Dates: March 17 – 23, 2026

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights

Number of participants: 7 – 12

Cost per person:

• 2 550 USD subject to 11 – 12 participants,
• 2 650 USD subject to 9 – 10 participants,
• 2 750 USD subject to 7 – 8 participants.

Everything is included (also full board, accommodation) except for:

• international flight to/from Hadibu (Socotra)
• Visa fee of Yemen (150 USD)
• Saudi Arabia visa (as an e-visa at www.visa.visitsaudi.com or, for Russian citizens, a visa on arrival at the airport is available, approximately at 110 USD. Visa requirements may change. Saudi Arabia announced the opening of a visa-free regime for Russians in March)
• international medical insurance.

The estimated cost of a flight from Moscow to Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) to Moscow is 500 – 800 USD (usually purchased independently, we provide consultations).
The estimated cost of a flight from Dubai/Abu Dhabi to Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) to Dubai/Abu Dhabi (UAE) is 150 – 300 USD (usually purchased independently, we provide consultations).
The estimated cost of a flight from Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) to Hadibu (Socotra) to Jeddah (Saudi Arabia): 970 USD (we organize and purchase the flight for you, you pay the cost).

Single supplement: 130 USD (single accommodation is provided upon request in the hotel in Hadibu. Single accommodation in tents is included by default)



TRAVEL PROGRAM: TOUR TO SOCOTRA YEMEN

Day 0. March 16, 2026 (Monday). DEPARTURE TO JEDDAH (SAUDI ARABIA)

International flight from your city to Jeddah (Saudi Arabia).

Accommodation: no
Meals: no

*Recommended flight from Moscow or any other city to Jeddah (Saudi Arabia):
– any flight arriving in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) no later than 5:00 am on March 17.


Day 1. March 17, 2026 (Tuesday). JEDDAH (SAUDI ARABIA) – HADIBU (SOCOTRA, YEMEN) – QALANSIYA – DETWAH LAGOON

Arrival at Hadibu Airport, Socotra Island, Yemen, with Yemenia Airlines’ 3,5 hours flight from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (or another flight from another city. Flight schedule may change). We will be greeted by a local guide who will accompany us throughout the trip.
Welcome to an enchanting adventure on the beautiful island where the sun and sea dance harmoniously. We hop into all-terrain jeeps and head straight to Qalansiya, the second-largest city on the island. Near the city, we will set up our camp in Detwah Lagoon. Our talented chef will greet us with a delicious lunch.
Afterward, we can stroll along the lagoon, marvel at the sand dunes, and enjoy swimming in the azure waters of the sea. As evening approaches, we will climb a little higher to witness a breathtaking sunset that will leave an unforgettable impression in our hearts.
In the evening, we will have a welcome dinner featuring the freshest seafood prepared by our talented chef.
Accommodation for the night will be in individual or double tents, as per your preference.

Accommodation: tents
Meals: lunch, dinner

Recommended flights:
- Yemenia Airlines flight IY525, departing Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, at 11:00 AM and arriving in Hadibu, Socotra, Yemen, at 2:30 PM (flight schedule may change).


Day 2. March 18, 2026 (Wednesday). DETWAH LAGOON – SHOUB BEACH – DIKSAM PLATEAU – FERMAHAIN FOREST

Early morning departure by boat to Shoub Beach with a local fisherman. The boat ride will be accompanied by birds and long-nosed dolphins, giving us a chance to see them. The rugged coastline provides an excellent opportunity to observe seabirds nesting among the cliffs. Due to its endemic nature, Socotra is often referred to as the Galapagos of the Indian Ocean, a name given by a British scientific expedition in 1880.
Fishing with a rod is also possible from the boat.
We will make a stop at the pristine Shoub Beach with its mangrove trees. Relax on one of the most beautiful and deserted beaches on the island, locally known as the "golden beach."
Upon returning to the camp, we will put on our coral slippers and take a walk in the vast Detwah Lagoon, accompanied by the Cave Man, a local fisherman famous in Qalansiya for his skill in catching stingrays with bare hands!
We will explore the enormous lagoon, renowned for its sandy beach, picturesque landscapes, sea turtles, giant octopuses, needlefish, pufferfish, stingrays, seashells, squids, and other peculiar creatures.
The Cave Man will attempt to catch stingrays, oysters, sea urchins, or mussels. We can taste some of these delicacies right by the sea, while others will be taken to the fisherman's cave, his temporary abode.
After lunch by the lagoon shore, we will travel to the central part of the island, to the Diksam Plateau. This place, known for its dragon's blood trees, is home to the nomadic Bedouin people. We will stop here to take photos from the Shebhan viewpoint, one of the coolest photo spots on Socotra. You can encounter herders and purchase dragon's blood tree beads or woven boxes with fragments of this tree from local children. We will then proceed by car to the Dragon's Blood Trees Farmhain forest. (This depends on weather and road conditions. If it's raining, the road may be impassable, and we can only proceed on foot. It's approximately 12 km, a 40-minute one-way trip, or a 2-hour hike in one direction).
This dragon's blood tree forest is the largest on the island. The species here are absolutely prehistoric! Socotra, an island located off the coast of Yemen in the Indian Ocean, is home to some of the most astonishing and unique plant forms. Over a third of the approximately 800 species found here are not found anywhere else on Earth.
We ascend by cars to the the mountains. A few Socotri people live here in the middle of the forest. We will meet them and have a conversation. Dinner and overnight stay in the dragon's blood forest amidst these amazing trees.

Accommodation: tents, shower and toilet at the campsite
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner


Day 3. March 19, 2026 (Thursday). FARMHAIN FOREST – STERO BEACH AND DUNES – DEGUB  CAVE – HAYF AND ZAHAK SAND DUNES – STERO

After breakfast, we will visit the local Bedouins, learn about their way of life, and see how they cultivate dragon's blood trees.
Next, in our Land Cruiser jeeps, we will descend from the plateau and head to the southern coast of Socotra, to Stero sandy beach and dunes, one of the most unique dunes of the island. Here, we will enjoy a walk along the beach and swim in the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean. We will then visit Degub Cave (a light 10-minute trek).
Afterward, we will journey to the large sand dunes of Hayf and Zahak, stretching right into the sea (40 minutes). We will climb the dunes of Socotra's largest desert, take a stroll, and capture photographs.
Return to the Stero beach and witness the sunset on the shore or in the dunes. Night in tents.

Accommodation: tents, portable tourist shower and bio toilet
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner


Day 4. March 20, 2026 (Friday). STERO BEACH AND DUNES – KELESEHAN CANYON – ARHER GIANT SAND DUNES

After breakfast, we will embark on a 3-hour journey to Kelesehan Canyon, an astonishing place known for its natural freshwater pools and cascades. Here, we will encounter an otherworldly landscape, one of the most unique on Socotra. It's the perfect place for swimming, canyoning, and... your drone!
We will then continue our journey to the giant sand dunes of Arher, where a massive white dune, about 200 meters high, stands between the azure ocean and the black mountains.
Here, fresh and salty waters come together, creating a natural phenomenon. A late lunch from our local team near the sand dunes of Arher – perhaps the most recognizable place on Socotra. Swimming in the ocean, photos at sunset, and a special dinner from our chef.
Overnight stay in tents on Arher Beach, with the sound of waves.

Accommodation: Tents, portable tourist shower and bio toilet
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner


Day 5. March 21, 2026 (Saturday). ARHER SAND DUNES – RAS ERISAL CAPE – ERISAL TRADITIONAL VILLAGE – ARHER BEACH

Our campsite is surrounded by gigantic dunes, making it the perfect spot to witness the sunrise, which is truly magical here on Socotra. We wake up early in the morning (you can sleep in a bit, but you wouldn't want to miss the most beautiful sunrise on Socotra!) to climb the dune and capture the best photographs. The ascent takes 40-60 minutes, reaching a height of 200 meters. After descending, we have breakfast.
After relaxing on Socotra's most beautiful beach, we head to the easternmost point of the island - Ras Erisal Cape – where the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean meet. Enormous waves, whale bones, and rugged landscapes await us on the eastern side of Socotra.
In the evening, we visit the traditional fishing village of Erisal, home to the best fishermen on Socotra. We'll have the opportunity to meet the fishermen and engage in informal conversations with the locals.
For dinner, we'll purchase tuna or kingfish and indulge in delicacies made from raw fish.
Dinner and overnight stay at Arher Beach.

**For an additional fee of $200 USD for a autogyro flight or $600 USD for a helicopter flight, the cost may vary. This option is not guaranteed and is independent of the organizer. Activity management is handled by a local private company, which may refuse service for various reasons.

Accommodation: tents, portable tourist shower and bio toilet
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner


Day 6. March 22, 2026 (Sunday). ARHER BEACH – INFINITY NATURAL POOL – HOMHIL NATIONAL PARK – DIHAMRI MARINE RESERVE – HADIBU

After breakfast, we depart for Homhil National Park, a botanical garden boasting an astonishing natural pool. The park is renowned for its endemic plants, such as the dragon's blood tree and the bottle tree. The dragon's blood trees only grow on Socotra, and the bottle trees and cucumber trees are also prevalent here.
After approximately an hour of trekking, we'll reach a crystal-clear freshwater pool with a view of the entire northern part of the island and the emerald infinity of the ocean. This place is aptly named Infinity Pool, and it's undoubtedly one of the best spots on Socotra. The scenery resembles scenes from prehistoric times, with steep slopes adorned with dragon's blood trees and natural pools filled with freshwater. Here we filmed the blockbuster "The Ninth Planet," starring Russian celebrities Yura Borisov and Irina Starshenbaum, which will hit the big screen in 2026!
The Homhil Forest, with its dragon's blood trees, serves as a second home to Dracaena cinnabari on Socotra.
After strolling through the forest and enjoying a refreshing swim in the Infinity Pool, we'll descend (no more than 1 hour) and head to the beautiful palm oasis of Qaria Palm Oasis in the northern part of the island, where lunch will be provided.
The journey continues as we venture to Dihamri Marine Reserve, the best spot on Socotra for snorkeling and diving. Snorkeling gear, including masks, snorkels, and fins, will be provided (you can also bring your own).
Diving is available at an additional cost. We will explore the underwater world in the Dihamri Reserve, home to one of the most vibrant coral reefs in the archipelago. Here, a multitude of marine animals inhabit the waters, which we can encounter during swimming, snorkeling, and/or diving. There is a high chance of spotting a parrotfish, moray eel, rays, octopus, turtles, sharks (during diving), and many other marine creatures simultaneously.
Today is the final dinner on the island! We will be participating in a folklore evening, where we will have the opportunity to witness the traditional dances of the Socotri people.
Transfer to the airport area and overnight stay at the comfortable Hotel La Sirena.

Accommodation: Hotel La Sirena
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner


Day 7. March 23, 2026 (Monday). HADIBU – JEDDAH (SAUDI ARABIA) – RETURN FLIGHT

Today we have a final breakfast on Socotra before we head home.
Transfer to Hadibu airport. Check-in and departure for your flight with Yemenia Airlines to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (or another flight to another city/country. Schedule subject to change).
3.5 hours flight.
Transit international flight from Jeddah back home.

Accommodation: no
Meals included: breakfast

Recommended flights:
- Yemenia Airlines flight IY526, departing Hadibu, Socotra, Yemen, at 10:30 AM, arriving in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, at 2:00 PM (flight schedule may change).

Recommended flight from Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) to Moscow or anotyer city:
- any flight departing from Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) not earlier than at 20:00 on March 23, 2026 (time will be confirmed later).


* The dates of the program depend on the YEMENIA AIRLINES flight schedule from Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) to Socotra. In the event the flight schedule changes (amendments introduced to the weekdays or the announcement of the new flights to Socotra from other cities/countries), the program dates may be shifted by 1-2 days. The exact dates will be determined no later than 2 months prior to the trip, once the exact YEMENIA AIRLINES’ flight schedule is released.