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What's it all about?
What better way is there to spend your Easter holidays than travelling to Socotra Island!ย
For those unfamiliar with Socotra, the place is like nowhere else on earth. Over 30% of plant life on the island can only be found on the island. Situated off the Horn of Africa in the Indian Ocean, Socotra is an archipelago belonging to Yemen. Luckily it has been completely unaffected by the country’s civil war and is a long way from Houthi-controlled Northern Yemen. It has become one of the world’s least visited and untouched gems.
Since the re-introduction of direct flights in 2018, Socotra is now looking to put itself back on the tourist trail once again.ย
Socotra island is a remarkable place for camping, walking, hiking, wildlife spotting & cultural immersion. It’s for anyone who wants to experience a natural world like no other.
Highlights
Where?
Abu Dhabi – Socotra – Abu Dhabi.
When?
April 18 – 22nd, 2025
Visa?
We wlll apply for your visa and you can collect it from us on tour. The visa fee is $150 extra.
The Itinerary
April 18th - Abu Dhabi - Hadibo - Detwah Lagoon
- Our Socotra Island tour begins in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi. Arrival at your own convenience.
- We’ll meet at AUH airport and catch the 9 am flight (TBC) to Socotra.
- Arrival in Habido, Socotra. Weโll be greeted by our local Socotri guide who will accompany us for the trip.
- What better way to start the tour than heading straight for a swim at Detwah Lagoon! A beautiful white beach a sand-spit.ย
- Walk from the beach to our camp for a fresh seafood lunch.
- Stay at the beach before hiking a nearby hill to watch the spectacular sunset over the lagoon.
- Dinner and overnight at our beach camp.
April 19th - Qalansiya | Shoub Beach
- 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 on a quick tour of the lagoon (if he’s home…!). We’ll see pufferfish, sea cucumber, squid, starfish, sea urchins and more.
- Camping at Detwah Eco-campsite.
April 20th - Diksam
- 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 freshwater 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.
April 21st - Homhil National Park | 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.
- Dinner and overnight in Arher.
April 22nd - Arher | Hadibo
- Wake up next to the ocean and climb the sand dune before sunrise if you dare. Cool off in the sea and rinse off in the freshwater streams.
- Drive back to Hadibo in time for our flight to Abu Dhabi.
- Arrive in Abu Dhabi around 17:00 local time. (TBC)
- End of the Socotra Island Tour.
Tour Map
What else?
Tour Notes
You’ll be in the experienced hands of our English-speaking local team and Rocky Road Travel tour leader. Flights to Socotra Island depart on Fridays and Tuesdays every week. The itinerary is therefore designed & perfected to fit this 4-night window.
Everyone gets their own separate tent, sleeping bag, mattress and pillow.
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April 18 - 22nd, 2025
Abu Dhabi - Socotra - Abu Dhabi
return flight from Abu Dhabi
Extra fee - $940 USD
CAmping
4 nights on Socotra Island
The price
$1250 USD