Socotra – 11 Days

Upon your arrival at Socotra airport, you will greetad by a local Socotri guide who will accompany you for the trip. First you will be transferred to the Adeb garden to see this local man and know about all the important plants in Socotra and listen his story.
we will drive to Delisha beach ,we will have a lunch there.
which consists of pristine white sands full of crabs. You will relax while swimming both in the sea and in a freshwater lagoon. If you are full of energy you can climb a huge sand dune overseeing the beach. There is also a possibility of watching a fabulous sunset from Delisha.

After breakfast, we will drive to the island’s northeast coast to explore the surreal snorkeling/diving site in Dihammri. The Marine Protected Area of Dihammri is home to dozens of species of colorful marine life and it is one of the richest coral reefs on the archipelago. Dihammri is blessed with more than 200 fish species and 4 of the 5 coral species that inhabit the island. This shallow reef will let even the inexperienced snorkeler enjoy its beauty as well as seeing varied marine lives including; parrotfish, moray eel, rays, turtles, small sharks, dolphins, etc. Diving/snorkeling gear can be hired from Dihammri Diving Center. There is also a possibility of watching a fabulous sunset from Dihammri.

We will drive to the natural protected area of Homhil; which is home to an endless number of the Socotri endemic plants like Dragon’s Blood Tree, Frankincense Tree, and Desert Rose, etc.
Once in Homhill, we will walk along with a selection of trails, one of which takes us to a viewpoint where there is a natural swimming pool and a view of villages below on the plain. So you can swim and enjoy a breathtaking panorama view over the Arabian Sea which makes you feel you are in a natural infinity pool

We will explore the east part of the island. Our first stop will be in Diborak waterfall, in the wadi, you will be able to swim and enjoy the waterfall which comes from the mountains of Momi. After a quick lunch, we will make our way to Momi plateau. Alongside, you will see traditional villages, natural water pools at the bottom of the canyon, and the unusual Desert Rose tree and frankincense trees that cling many places on the canyon walls and mountains.

After an early breakfast, we wil head to Arhar beach.
Here a fresh creek comes out and meets the salty ocean water.We will have to time to relax,swim or climb some of the massive sand dunes.After that,we will make our way to Ras Erisel which is situated at the eastern end of the island where the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean are meeting,than we will come back to Arhar t camp and prepare dinner.

After an early breakfast, we will drive to Terbak village where Hoq Cave is located. Then we will hike up for one hour and a half till we reach the entrance of the cave, then about 1 hour in the side of the cave.
After exploring the cave, we will walk down for one hour and a half. Hoq is the largest cave on the island and it is 3.2 km deep, the cave holds a wealth of Socotri history and hides archeological findings such as pieces of pottery, paintings, and wooden tables with inscriptions in Aramaic language dating back to 258 AD. The cave offers an overwhelming beauty and variety of crystal decorations, like stalagmites, stalactites, and calcite floors.After that we will come back to our campsite to have a lunch.

After aery breakfast,we will drive to the Kalisan Wadi,you have an easy trek of about half-hour to the Wadi down, one of the most beautiful, deepest and largest wadis on the island,which is lined withe white rock formations, where you can refresh yourself in crystal fresh water, all enhanced by a beautiful view of the majestic canyon.
we will drive to Hayf and Zahek village to witness the massive sand dunes which have been pushed up against the mountainside by the seasonal winds of Socotra. Then we will make our way to Digub cave, which overlooks a scattering of traditional villages below. The cave itself is of interest as there are many stalactites, stalagmites, and pools of water that have seeped through the rock over time. After caving, we will drive to a very expensive sandy beach of Omak in the Indian Ocean. Once at Omak, feel free to swim, sunbathe, and relax in the crystal clear water of the Indian Ocean.

After breakfast, we will make our way to Dixam plateau (approx. 700 m above sea level) and Shebahon viewpoint. This area is home to an endless number of Socotri endemic plants such as Dragon’s Blood tree. The Dragon’s Blood trees are abundant here, looking like giant mushrooms from outer space. We will have a rest and lunch in Wadi Dirhur,after we will make our way by 4×4 vehicle to the largest forest of Dragon's Blood Tree in Fermihen area to enjoy the remarkable landscapes and amazing and unique plants of Socotra.
We will have dinner there and camping.

We will explore the western part of the island. Our first stop will be Qalansiya; a small traditional fishing town. From there we will continue to explore Detwah lagoon which is a marine protected area renowned for its magical landscape. This area has some of the best views on the island. Once in Detwah, you will be charmed by white sands surrounded by turquoise-coloured warm waters of the bay, an endless horizon, and an array of sea birds. You can swim both in the shallow sea and in the lagoon as well but be careful with stingrays.

After an early breakfast, we will hop on a boat and head to Shuaab. We are very likely to see Spinner Dolphins and other sea life such as Cormenons, sea Gulls, and Grey Herons birds which are flying or resting on the cliffs. Once in Shuaab, feel free to swim, relax and enjoy this pristine place as well as have a look at a mangrove area. After exploring the surrounding mangroves in the area we will head back to Qalansiya.

After the breakfast transport to Socotra airport.