Saudi Arabia · HIKING & TREKKING
Walking here is a winter activity and a morning one. The 7 below cover the escarpment rim, the Asir terraces and the wadi routes, with distances, ascent and the months each one is sensible.
Hike Riyadh’s Edge of the World, explore an optional bat cave, and enjoy dinner under the stars with transport and a guide.
“We opted to get picked up from our hotel and take the tour. It was comfortable and a fun ride to the edge of the world. A little bumpy but our group was fun so we played music and got to know each other. Our guide took our pictures!”
Hike Moon Valley from Jeddah for strange rock formations, desert views, Arabic coffee, snacks, and a quiet break beyond the city.
“Guide did no show up and could not be reached. Contact details provided were wrong (guide / agency could not be reached via phone - was a wrong number). Guide/agency did not respond via the chat. I sincerely hope, I will get the money back!”
Review of Jeddah’s Moon Mountain hike, with sunset views, rock formations, Saudi coffee, snacks, transport, and practical booking advice.
“Very highly recommended! You get everything from great views to hiking, bouldering, exploring hidden nooks within breathtaking rock formations, Saudi coffee with dates and sunset. Amir and Ibrahim were great guides. I had to change my pick up location several times and they were extremely accommodating. It was great chatting with them about the differences and similarities between our cultures, and getting local recommendations.”
Explore Wadi Lajab from Abha on a private 11-hour hike with streams, waterfalls, local guide Osama, and sunset views from Black Mountain.
“I had a great time with Osama in this beautiful place. Very knowledgable and well connected. He’ll make sure you experience Saudi to the fullest while meeting an intelligent guy at the same. Very grateful for my experience.”
Hike Jeddah’s Moon Valley at sunset, climb Moon Mountain, and enjoy Arabic coffee, snacks, and hotel pickup in a small group.
“This hike is absolutely gorgeous and totally worth the ~1 hour drive from Jeddah. Just note that the climbing at the top is a little tricky -not for the faint of heart. But the organizing by Ferial was great -- she helped make sure that I could do the triRead more”
Hike AlUla’s 8 km Adventure Trail past ancient pictographs, volcanic rock, sand, native wildlife, and rugged desert scenery.
“- great hike off the beaten track from the regular tourism crowed in Al Ula”
Hike Saudi Arabia’s Sawda Mountains near Abha on an 8 km juniper-lined trail at 3000 meters, with pickup, local guidance, and free cancellation.
“The nature of Al Sawda mountain and the weather, along with the professional and fun guidance, created an unforgettable experience.”
Pick a city, a desert or a stretch of coast.
