From trekking to the adrenaline rush of dune bashing, Saudi Arabia offers a wealth of adventurous activities waiting to be explored.
Although Saudi Arabia's tourism was mostly religious, the Kingdom has been making efforts to promote its leisure tourism. Apart from the luxurious malls, historic and cultural cities, and museums Saudi Arabia also offers adventures for thrill-seeking visitors. That's why we have made a list of activities that will fulfil your thirst for adventure. Here are some more tips about tourist places in Saudi Arabia and the adventures you can do!
1. Dune Buggy Tours
All you travellers looking for a thrill would love this activity. Dune buggy riding is quite a sport and the deserts are just waiting for all you speed lovers! Riding up and down the dune proves to be the perfect fun activity while in Saudi Arabia where the desert is limitless
2. Camel riding
The locals of Saudi Arabia have been using camels for years as their means of transport. You can now experience the journey by taking slow rides on camels across the desert. Ride a camel at Thumamah National Park or while on a Bedouin camping excursion.
3. Arabian Camping
Experience the real Arabian nights by camping by a lovely fire, and enjoy the night by stargazing amongst the dunes in a cozy tent!
4. Hiking Adventures
Lace your hiking boots and get ready to trek to the Edge of the World. Hikers can choose from a range of routes to reach the Tuwaiq cliffs or the UNESCO World Heritage Site -Al Ahsa Oasis. The -Al Ahsa Oasis is one of the greenest areas in Saudi, with many canals. springs, vegetation, farmlands, and wells.
5. Water Activities
Surrounded by the Red Sea, the Arabian Gulf, and the Arabian Sea, Saudi Arabia boasts several places where you could explore such as -The Red Sea, home to many species of exotic fish, corals, as well as shipwrecks and sunken treasures! You can also take a boat or cruise ride along the waterways to the mangrove forests of Farasan Island. By taking the cruise, you will be able to spot the spectacular Georgios G shipwreck, coined the Saudi Titanic, from underwater.
So we were able to cover most of the activities that you would surely enjoy! Saudi Arabia is also looking to promote eco-tourism to help encourage visitors to explore the hidden gems in the Kingdom. Despite the country's reputation of being a desert, Saudi Arabia is trying to make tourism more engaging. By innovating the tourism structure, you can be the one to experience this new approach. So lace up and explore Saudi Arabia's eco-tourism.