Offroading is driving a car or any vehicle on a road that is uneven or it could be driving on sand, riverbeds, snow, mud, rocks or tracks. It is basically driving on anything except for asphalt. When you talk about Qatar, how can you not talk about off roading? We all know that off-roading is a driving and tradition in the country and everyone loves it the most.

But driving off-road is not a game for every driver. It could be as dangerous as an accident. It is indeed adventurous and adventures are always full of dangers and difficulties. In case you are totally new to it, it could be even more confusing and challenging. To make it a little simpler and easier for you to enjoy this thrilling driving, we will discuss everything in this article that might give you initial knowledge before experiencing the off-roading adventure. 

So, let’s get started!

Which car to choose for off roading?

 Off roading is fun but you must not think of going off -roading with your delicate ordinary daily use car. Never forget to go for a 4x4 vehicle which has power in all of its 4 tires. Always choose a reliable car for off-roading. Now, you must be thinking where to get this reliable car from and what exactly is a reliable car. Wel,, you can have a lot of information about cars for off-roading.  The Toyota Land Cruiser or the Nissan Patrol are preferable in Qatar for off-roading. In light of the fact that Nissan Patrols now fall into the luxury car category, we advise you to choose Toyota for this. If you have none of them, go for a Toyota 4x4. If you can, consider mounting desert tires on your car for easier off-road travel. 

What location should you choose for off-roading?

 It goes without saying that you must plan everything before embarking on your vacation. In Qatar, there are off-roading areas in all three directions. If you wish to visit the dunes and unwind, Umm Saeed is the most well-liked destination. There are several additional well-known places, including Zekreet, Umm Bab, Simaisma, and Al-Khor. Just choose a destination and start driving.

What is a good time for off-roading?

 If you are a nature lover, we would suggest you go off-roading at around 3pm on the weekends. This is because you can experience some of the best sunsets along with the bumpy ride. Also, the weather is pretty fine in the evening. 

What things should you carry with you?

 Never ride an off-roading trip without preparation. You might be going alone, with your friends or with your family. Make sure you keep the following things with you at any cost. Once you pack all of these essentials, make sure to bind them somewhere in the car trunk so they don’t keep bouncing around in the trunk. 

• Charger cables 
• A rug for sitting outside 
• An anchor rope
• Folding chairs
• A small grill, if you like to add a fast grill to your lovely off-roading excursion. Just be sure to clean up the mess afterward!
• your mobile charger use in vehicles
• Extra tires

Check your vehicle

Off-roading is not somewhere in the middle of the city so don’t forget you are going off road, that means you are moving away from the city. In that case, if your car is not in a good condition, you might end up alone in an already alone area. Therefore, make sure it is well-maintained, has a full tank of petrol, and has enough engine fluid.

Dangers of driving in Qatar

 Although standard road conditions should pose minimal obstacles, driving in Qatar may include encountering less common risks. Thick sandstorms may swiftly cover highways, drastically limiting visibility and posing a threat. Camels occasionally wander across darkened highways at night, posing a possibly fatal hazard. Furthermore, the hot summer heat makes breaking down a serious health danger.

 For you to drive your vehicle in Qatar requires you to use rational thinking. All you need to do is be careful all the time which demands responsibility from you.   Make sure that your car is always in excellent condition, especially if you often go off-roading. Don't go off-road unless you know what you're doing and where you need to go. Something that we already talked about, keep your phone charged always. 

However, driving in Qatar entails more than simply perils and hassles. The large highways make traveling easy, and navigating is simple; the bilingual (Arabic and English) road signs are legible, and there's always satellite navigation to help you out.