As the main destination for eco-tourism, Socotra offers many tourism activities for its visitors like scuba diving, for which the best areas are the marine protected areas of DeHemri, Rosh, Adho, Ras Irsil, where diver dives and enjoys hundreds of coral types and fish kinds. Also there are suitable areas for Snorkeling and Swimming in Omaq beach at Nujad Plain on the coas, Ras Qadama and the white beach of the Detwah Lagoon of Qalansiyah and Shu’ab beach in the west.
Trekking, climbing and caves exploration are among the available tourism activities in the island, and the best area for such activities are in Hajhar mountains, Homhil, Dixam with Shebahon view point, also the caves of Hooq, Dequb and Halah, in addition to climbing the highest peak of Mashaniq (16325 m above sea level) especially after the monsoon season (July – September) where the natural water pools coming out of valleys are found.
There is also the amazing camel tour, which could be enjoyed in the extended area from the northern to the southern coast in Hedibo especially at the sunset. And for those who like bird watching, the favorite areas to watch the huge cormorants or so-called the gluttony are the west coast, Ghubbah in the north coast around the Meteor Crater Lake, heights of Dixsam plateau, Qaryiah lagoon with flamingos, Ar’her and Suq with sea birds.
Watching turtles is another activity in Socotra, and its best area is northern coast at Ghubbah, which is the main nesting site for Loggerhead Turtles Caretta caretta, and for those who want to enjoy fishing, the wonderful area for that is the beach area from Qalansiyah to Shu’ab, where anglers can see dolphins gathering around.
Those who are looking for wend surfing and paragliding sports, we find that Amak beach at Nujad coastal plain is the suitable area for wind-surf sport, while Shebahon viewpoint in Dixsam is the best for Paragliding and for those who like camping, there are special sites around the island, of which the best are Deleesha strand, DeHemri coast, Homhil area, Amak beach, Dixsam plateau and Detwa lagoon in Qalansiyah.
Whether you’re seeking cultural immersion, outdoor adventure, or simply relaxation amidst nature’s splendor, Socotra Pioneer Tours offers a treasure trove of experiences waiting to be explored. Get ready to pack your bags, embark on a journey of exploration, and let the captivating wonders of Socotra Island sweep you off your feet.
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