Lake Nasser, Asawan at Egypt: Important notes to consider

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***Lake Nasser’s surrounding area has been a desert for thousands of years , which mean there is no "general" wild life outside of the general area of the lake

Danger : Swimming during shore Fishing .There is always a slight risk of crocodiles Protection: It is always advisable to go shore Fishing with another person if you are going out of sight of camp Danger : The Egyptian scorpions are not fatal but their string is very painful Protection: As a precaution always wear shoes at night and if you put any thing down on the ground always pick it up carefully. Never leave open bags on the shore at night Danger : There are snakes in the desert Protection: If you see a snake don't panic, instead calmly back away slowly and let it go on its way. Danger : the strength of the desert sun Protection: Always wear sun protection and a hat and drink plenty of non-alcoholic liquid Danger : If you begin to feel weak or just not quite right Protection: come out of the sun, drink something sweet and rest until you feel normal again. The best cure is to drink as much as you can, start with a re-hydration sachet drink and then go for a swim