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Socotra Island Tours

Unlike anywhere else on earth. Socotra has to be seen to be believed. We run both scheduled tours and private tours to Socotra every week from September to May.

Experience a trip in a unique and relaxing atmosphere. By traveling to this fascinating and spectacular island, get rid of all the worries and anxieties of daily life. The island has great unique nature, sand dunes, blue water, calm sandy beaches, and mountains with different kinds of creatures all around.

Besides all the natural attractions, the lifestyle, fascinating fauna & flora, Socotra is a great destination for relaxing! with a lovely view of the sunset and a traditional foods that makes your tour a super relaxing and calming experience.

Please be in touch with our super fast and professional team. we are really quick to answer. We can tailor-make itinerary for a deeper experience based on your preferences.







Standard Socotra Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - Abu Dhabi | Hadibo | Qalansiya

  • Arrival in Habido, Socotra. We’ll be greeted by our local Socotri guide who will accompany us for the trip.
  • Drive to Qalansiya, the second largest town on the island.
  • On the way stopping at some abandoned Soviet tanks.
  • See the incredible view of Detwah Lagoon from the highest point on the beach before trekking down to the beach. Relax and take a dip in the ocean!
  • Walk around the lagoon to our camp site for a big lunch.
  • Climb up a nearby hill which will give us a 360-degree view of Qalansiyah and Detwah at sunset.
  • Dinner and overnight camping at Detwah Eco-campsite – complete with shower and toilet!

Day 2 - Shoub Beach | Detwah Lagoon

  • Take an early morning boat trip to Shoub beach – passing by stunning rock formations and plenty of native birdlife along the way. There’s a high likelihood we’ll come across numerous dolphins on the way here too!
  • Arrive at Shoub – Relax & swim at the most beautiful beach on the island.
  • Make our way back to Qalansiya by boat.
  • After lunch, trek along the shores to visit the cave of Abdullah Alloi – known as the “caveman” Abdullah was born here and spends his time fishing the lagoon. We’ll have more fresh seafood here washed down with tea!
  • He’ll take us a quick tour of the lagoon (if he’s home…!). We’ll see pufferfish, sea cucumber, squid, starfish, sea urchin and more.
  • Camping at Detwah Eco-campsite.

Day 3 - Diksam Plateau

  • Up early to drive 2 hours to Diksam Plateau – home of the Dragon’s Blood Trees.
  • Walk through endless Trees to the viewpoint overlooking Wadi Dirhar – an incredible canyon that splits Diksam and the Firmihin forest in half.
  • Lunch under the shade of a Dragon’s Blood Tree.
  • Go for a post-lunch dip at one of the many fresh water creeks in the Wadi Dirhar.
  • Off road 4×4 drive to Firmihin forest and do a sunset hike to the top of the forest for one spectacular view overlooking thousands of Dragon’s Blood Trees.
  • Set up camp at Diksam, Dinner and overnight.

Day 4 - Dixsam | Amak | Dihamri

  • Start the morning with a walk to the nearby Dragon’s Blood Tree nursery
  • Drive towards the South coast towards the epic sand dunes that line the coast. Drive across the sand dunes and stop for plenty of photo opportunities.
  • Visit the cave of Dagub (If there’s time)
  • Swim at the nearby Amak Beach.
  • Lunch surrounded by a forest of palm date trees next to the beach.
  • 2-hour drive north to our campsite at Dihamri Marine Sanctuary – the perfect time to try out some sunset/nighttime snorkelling!
  • Dinner and overnight.

Day 5 - Dihamri Marine Protected Area | Killisan Pools

  • Spend the morning scuba diving and snorkelling! (extra cost).
  • Drive inland and south towards the Killisan canyon and pools. It’s an off-road drive and a 45-minute trek to get here but it’s well worth it. Swim in the turquoise pools and jump from the ledges into the crystal clear water.
  • Picnic Lunch.
  • Drive to Arher Beach campsite. This is the spot where you can climb the massive sand dune!
  • You are free to walk around the area on your own. Those capable can climb the 300m-high dune! (Top tip – do it for sunrise instead!)
  • Dinner and overnight camping with a fire.

Day 6 - Homhil National Park | Raw Ersil | Arher

  • After breakfast head straight to Homhil National Park. The Park is famous for its supply of the famous Dragon blood trees. Lots of bottle trees and cucumber plants can also be found here. After walking for 30 minutes, we’ll reach an incredible crystal-clear pool complete with views over the whole southern part of the island.
  • Swim and relax at the “infinity pool” before making our way back upstream for a picnic lunch under the palms.
  • Drive back towards Arher beach.
  • Stop at the Socotra folklore museum on the way.
  • Drive to Raw Erisel, the meeting point of the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. This is the point where freshwater and saltwater meet creating a natural phenomenon.
  • Dinner and overnight in Arher.

Day 7 - Arher | Hoq’s Cave | Delisha Beach | Hadibo

  • Wake up next to the ocean and climb the sand dune (again...!) before sunrise if you dare. Cool off in the sea and rinse off in the freshwater streams.
  • Start our hike to Hoq’s Cave (3 hours return. Medium fitness required)
  • Lunch at Delisha Beach! A beautiful white beach complete with a shipwreck.
  • Visit the Yemeni Foundation & development for Socotra. Learn how the foundation is doing great work educating the youth of the island in conservation, foreign languages and computer skills.
  • Check into the newly opened Heathrow Hotel (Yep, it’s near the airport) – now the only hotel on the island with functioning AC & Wifi!
  • Freshen up and get rid of all the sand before our last dinner together.
  • Dinner and overnight in Hadibo.

Day 8 - Habido – Abu Dhabi

  • Quick city tour of Hadibo. Check out the local fish and meat market.
  • Any last minute shopping requests will be taken care of here!
  • Transfer to the airport for your departure
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