In the desert there is little to see. The desert in Oman is a truly dry desert, with little vegetation. The only places with life are at the petrol stations, where water is often pumped up. There is often a dry wadi. There is a small park near the village, where the guide (for us) expected to see special birds. Usually, a number of dreams do come true: this time an Indian rock sparrow. We also have photos of a brown-necked raven, chiffchaffs and a cat. The cat shared our interest in birds.

The most special experience was getting our car stuck in the sand, about 100 meters from the main road. Soon an Omani stopped and offered to help, but he couldn't get us out. He promised to get help. When the net was gone, the next Omani stopped. He didn't say "stupid tourists", but managed to get the car out. First let the tires partially deflate, and then the car was wrenched out by the strong birdwatchers with his instructions. When he was gone, the crane truck came to help us. That was no longer necessary, and all these free favors are un-Dutch.