{"id":6217,"date":"2018-11-26T22:27:44","date_gmt":"2018-11-26T21:27:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/?page_id=6217"},"modified":"2026-07-08T20:03:41","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T18:03:41","slug":"how-to-drive-on-sand","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/overland-travel-tips\/how-to-drive-on-sand\/","title":{"rendered":"How to drive on sand?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section pac-dtocm-exclude preset--module--divi-section--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--2d95c5c8-d1df-447f-a86b-34caf3964538\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--45d90a7d-78b9-4f54-bfb2-fc9c5a09678e\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1>How to drive on sand?<\/h1>\n<h2>All our tips for 4x4 sand driving<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_5 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"pac-divi-table-of-contents-maker_0 pac-divi-table-of-contents-maker preset--module--pac-divi-table-of-contents-maker--default\"><div class=\"pac_dtoc_main_container\" data-allow_collapse_minimize=\"on\" data-allow_collapse_minimize_tablet=\"on\" data-allow_collapse_minimize_phone=\"on\" data-ss=\"2000ms\" data-sah=\"100px\" data-collapse_when_sticky=\"off\" data-collapse_on_mobile=\"off\" data-collapse_when_sticky_tablet=\"off\" data-collapse_when_sticky_phone=\"off\" data-skh=\"off\" data-mtocai=\"off\" data-mtocai_tablet=\"off\" data-mtocai_phone=\"off\" data-alh=\"off\" data-ds=\"open\" data-dst=\"open\" data-dsp=\"open\"><div class=\"pac_dtoc_title_area click_on click_tablet_on click_phone_on\"><div role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" id=\"pac_dtocm_title\" class=\"pac_dtoc_title\">Contents<\/div><button class=\"pac_dtoc_icon_responsive\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pac_dtoc_body\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><div class=\"pac_dtoc_opened_icon et-pb-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">2<\/div><div class=\"pac_dtoc_closed_icon et-pb-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">3<\/div><\/button><\/div><div role=\"navigation\" aria-labelledby=\"pac_dtocm_title\" class=\"pac_dtoc_body_area inside\"><div class=\"divi_table_of_contents\" role=\"tree\"><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_2\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Transmission\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Transmission\" id=\"Transmission_toc_headding\">Transmission<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Thetires\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Thetires\" id=\"Thetires_toc_headding\">The tires<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Automaticormanual\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Automaticormanual\" id=\"Automaticormanual_toc_headding\">Automatic or manual?<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Drivingonthedunes\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Drivingonthedunes\" id=\"Drivingonthedunes_toc_headding\">Driving on the dunes<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Climbingadune\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Climbingadune\" id=\"Climbingadune_toc_headding\">Climbing a dune<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Descendingadune\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Descendingadune\" id=\"Descendingadune_toc_headding\">Descending a dune<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Whattodointheeventofsilting\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Whattodointheeventofsilting\" id=\"Whattodointheeventofsilting_toc_headding\">What to do in the event of silting?<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Goldenrules\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Goldenrules\" id=\"Goldenrules_toc_headding\">Golden rules<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Driving a 4x4 on sand is a discipline in itself! The key is to maintain a controlled speed while remaining in overdrive. Choose a powerful 4x4 (see <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/overland-travel-tips\/best-4x4-to-rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">article on which 4x4 to choose<\/a>) and make sure you're in 4-wheel drive mode! Choosing the right gear ratio will come with experience, but try not to accelerate too much so as not to get stuck in the sand! The more you practice, the more you'll be able to anticipate difficulties by changing gear before reaching difficult areas.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Transmission<\/h2>\n<p>On sandy surfaces, you absolutely must switch to 4-wheel drive, and on some 4x4s you can engage the \"low range\" or \"diff-lock\" modes. In \"low range\", gear ratios are low (between 2nd and 4th gear) and engine torque is increased, which in turn increases power. Be careful not to exceed 40km\/h. The \"Diff-lock\" system distributes power between the front and rear wheels according to demand. This means better power control. Switch off the power steering, otherwise it will engage every 5 seconds, making it impossible to drive!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>The tires<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is recommended to <strong>reduce tire pressure by half<\/strong> or even \u2154 (normally between 15 and 22 psi). This widens the contact surface with the sand and increases the 4x4's weight distribution.  <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In practice, let the air escape from the wheel for 40 to 60 seconds, check the pressure and adjust, removing more if necessary. Using a deflator makes tire pressure adjustment easy!<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As soon as you leave the desert, go to the first gas station to re-inflate your tires! Alternatively, use a compressor to inflate them yourself.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you didn't deflate your tires sufficiently before driving in the sand, you'll need to let them cool down for at least 15 minutes before setting off again on a tarmac road. Rubbing against the sand heats up the tires, increasing air pressure. The risk of explosion is real, as this photo shows.  <\/span> <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Automatic or manual?<\/h2>\n<p>Automatic vehicles are smoother and quicker to change gears than manuals. This can make driving on sand easier. However, you may also find that the gear change occurs at an inappropriate moment. With an automatic 4x4, you won't be able to play with engine braking. For example, if you want to go down a dune, you'll have more control over your speed thanks to engine braking on a manual 4x4. On the automatic, you'll need to use the brake very gently.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/roue-4x4-exploser.jpg\" width=\"1300\" height=\"867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/roue-4x4-exploser.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/roue-4x4-exploser-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/roue-4x4-exploser-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/roue-4x4-exploser-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/roue-4x4-exploser-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/roue-4x4-exploser-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1300px) 100vw, 1300px\" class=\"wp-image-3885\" alt=\"wheel problem with the 4x4 when driving on sand then asphalt\" title=\"\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Driving on the dunes<\/h2>\n<p>Be sure to observe the shape and slope of the dune before you set off. It is generally preferable to travel in the direction of the dunes, i.e. in the direction of the wind. If you find traces of existing trails, then this is the best route to follow. If there are no tracks, don't hesitate to stop at the top of a dune and get out of the vehicle to assess which direction to take. Remember to check that there are no plants or animals on your route (not always clearly visible). The consistency of the sand may change during the day. In the morning, the sand is generally harder, as it is after rain. Driving around midday, especially in summer, is particularly tricky as there are few shadows and little contrast to see the bumps and dips. With experience, you'll learn to read the dunes, to find the best moment to gain momentum or slow down. Watch out for the fine sand that accumulates in hidden hollows and can catch a careless driver! <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Climbing a dune<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Build up some momentum before you start up<\/strong> the dune. During the climb, maintain your speed even if you have to downshift.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If possible, climb <strong>in the direction of the slope<\/strong>. If you climb diagonally, make sure you have enough speed to play with gravity, as the weight of the car will pull you down the dune. Approach the top of the dune head-on, or risk getting stuck on the dune crest.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you need visibility, stop at the top of the dune. Otherwise, don't go too fast or too slow (or you'll get stuck on the ridge, in which case you'll have to dig under the car).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Descending a dune<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If in doubt, stop at the top of the dune to observe before descending.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Above all, descend <strong>in the direction of the slope<\/strong>. If you descend at an angle, you risk dislodging a tire. It doesn't just happen to other people!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Use your engine brake<\/strong> (never freewheel). If the slope is steep, brake gently.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>At the end of the slope, accelerate gently<\/strong> to get out of the dune (and avoid planting the front of the car in the sand).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>What to do in the event of silting?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>As soon as you start sanding up, <strong>don't accelerate<\/strong>, as you risk sinking even deeper! Get out and check the vehicle's state of silting, to find the best solution for getting the car out, using its weight and gravity if possible.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Remove sand or obstacles from around the 4 wheels.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Remove weight<\/strong> from the car (passenger, bag, water, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Check tire pressure and reduce it if possible.<\/li>\n<li>Turn off the air conditioning to put all the power to the wheels.<\/li>\n<li>Switch to low range (or diff-lock) and use the second gear.<\/li>\n<li>Use the steering wheel to the left and right to flatten the sand and increase grip. Or shake the car from right to left, then back and forth, to fill in the hollows formed by the wheels.<\/li>\n<li>Ask your passengers to <strong>push the vehicle<\/strong> at the same time as you start it up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Start gently<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>If, despite all this advice, you're still stuck in the sand, there are two possibilities:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Use a <strong>sand removal<\/strong> board or <strong>plate.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Towing with a second 4x4<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>The assisting 4x4 must be in a safe position (hard sand, downhill...) and <strong>both vehicles must be on the same axis<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Attach the tow rope to both vehicles (see instructions if supplied). Avoid tying two ropes together.<\/li>\n<li>Use hooks if available, otherwise tie a strong knot to secure the rope.<\/li>\n<li>Put a piece of clothing over the rope to prevent the rope from coming back if it gives way. In all cases, keep passengers away from both vehicles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coordinate the 2 vehicles for the start<\/strong> (find a sign to move forward or stop).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_10 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/toyota-ensablement-dunes-de-sable.jpg\" width=\"1300\" height=\"867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/toyota-ensablement-dunes-de-sable.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/toyota-ensablement-dunes-de-sable-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/toyota-ensablement-dunes-de-sable-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/toyota-ensablement-dunes-de-sable-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/toyota-ensablement-dunes-de-sable-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/toyota-ensablement-dunes-de-sable-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1300px) 100vw, 1300px\" class=\"wp-image-3669\" title=\"Toyota sand dunes\" alt=\"Silting up our Toyota on a sand dune in the United Arab Emirates\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/uae-conduite-4x4-sable.jpg\" alt=\"4x4 silting up on a dune in the UAE\" title=\"UAE conduite 4&#215;4 sable\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/uae-conduite-4x4-sable.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/uae-conduite-4x4-sable-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/uae-conduite-4x4-sable-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/uae-conduite-4x4-sable-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/uae-conduite-4x4-sable-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/uae-conduite-4x4-sable-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" class=\"wp-image-4045\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Golden rules<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If, despite your best efforts, no method works,<strong> think twice before abandoning your vehicle<\/strong> to seek help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you know where to find help and have enough water to get there, then go for it. But if you're in the middle of the desert and have no idea where you are, don't leave your vehicle! The desert can be dangerous, and your vehicle's bodywork will protect you. It's <strong>easier to find a car than a lonely person<\/strong> walking through the desert.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_0 et_pb_testimonial et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-testimonial--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_inner\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_portrait\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/victor-olivia.jpg\" width=\"116\" height=\"116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/victor-olivia.jpg 116w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/victor-olivia-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 116px) 100vw, 116px\" class=\"wp-image-19364\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_description\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_description_inner\"><div class=\"et_pb_testimonial_content\"><p><em>We hope you've found our tips helpful in getting to grips with sandy terrain. 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