Another problem we encountered is that some of our visitors wanted to travel alone in Libya. According to Libyan law, a tourist must be accompanied, at all times, by a Libyan representative of the chosen tour operator, from entry to exit. But individual visitors (or a couple) can travel alone only in the capital Tripoli; the law is generally relaxed about this, as Triploi is a cosmopolitan city and no one would notice that you are a tourist, unless you attract attention yourself.
However, having a guide does not mean that your freedom is curtailed or restricted, as you can go anywhere within your specified destinations. For example, if you say you want to visit Zwara, then once you are in Zwara you can go anywhere you like, and think of your escort (or guide) as a friend whom you can ask for directions while driving. It is suicidal to drive into the Sahara without these guys (or guides).
Moreover, in groups of more than four, a representative of the Libyan Tourism Police will also join the convoy, in his (or their) own vehicle, of course. This was said to protect tourists from terrorists.
If you managed to travel alone, please share your experience with us by leaving your comments here.
However, having a guide does not mean that your freedom is curtailed or restricted, as you can go anywhere within your specified destinations. For example, if you say you want to visit Zwara, then once you are in Zwara you can go anywhere you like, and think of your escort (or guide) as a friend whom you can ask for directions while driving. It is suicidal to drive into the Sahara without these guys (or guides).
Moreover, in groups of more than four, a representative of the Libyan Tourism Police will also join the convoy, in his (or their) own vehicle, of course. This was said to protect tourists from terrorists.
If you managed to travel alone, please share your experience with us by leaving your comments here.
