As the UAE’s camping season approaches, our Founder and Certified Mountain Leader, Faisi Shalmani, spoke to Gulf News about responsible outdoor recreation and the importance of protecting the UAE’s natural landscapes.
From the Hajar Mountains to remote villages and desert campsites, the outdoors offers incredible opportunities to explore. But enjoying these places also comes with a responsibility to respect the environment, local communities and other visitors.
In the interview, Faisi highlights the importance of staying on established tracks, protecting vegetation and wildlife, avoiding unnecessary noise, and leaving natural spaces clean for others to enjoy.
At AFT Mountain Adventures, we believe that being part of the outdoors means looking after the places that bring us together. Responsible hiking and camping help preserve these landscapes not just for today’s adventures, but for future generations.
Read the full story in Gulf News: UAE camping season: Hikers warn of litter, loud music and damage to nature
Responsible outdoor recreation starts with the choices we make every time we head into the mountains.
