I didn't see any snakes or scorpions, but then, my eyes aren't that good any more... I keep the tent closed (flyscreen), so not even midges can get in. Shake out your boots before getting in or keep them inside.
The only issue I see is travelling to Salalah for only 5 days. For me it would be a shame to spend most of my time on long hot desert stretches. I found the mountains in the North interesting enough. If you have reasonable tyres you can get off the tar road. Lars even rode his overloaded GS into the Wahiba Sands. I wanted to ride up the coast there, but my chain wore out too fast...
Down in the desert places like Adamaren't towns at all, just oil rig supply bases. You may have to ask around for petrol, but it should be available. Somewhere I have waypoints for lonely gas stations. Will dig them out.
Don't miss Nizwa!
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