8 best places for ecotourism in Saudi Arabia

Ecotourism in Saudi Arabia focuses on preserving and revitalizing the environment and is preparing to open its doors to a world of nature lovers and travelers looking for nature.

Saudi Arabia supports ambitious projects that combine environmental conservation and luxury hospitality with the aim of attracting many visitors annually by 2030.

 Green tourism in Saudi Arabia works to enhance the tourism industry, protect the natural terrain, rejuvenate cityscapes with lush greenery, and other new development plans. Below, we learn about many ecotourism efforts in Saudi Arabia.

Ecotourism places in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

 The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is known for its rich repertoire, but it launches a large number of eco-tourism initiatives for Vision 2030, and this plan reduces the Kingdom's dependence on oil by visiting tourism by 2030. The plan proposes sustainability initiatives throughout the country, and one of the most important places for ecotourism in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia  Saudi Arabia is the following:

1.Red Sea Project

The Red Sea Project is one of the best places for eco-tourism in Saudi Arabia, as this tourism project extends over an archipelago of 90 islands located on the western coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and on the shores of Tabuk Governorate.

 This will become a full-scale destination in the Middle East as it aims to protect green tourism in Saudi Arabia and allow visitors to enjoy the beauty of the night sky.

2.Green Riyadh

  Green Riyadh is one of the best eco-tourism places in Saudi Arabia

 The Green Riyadh project aims to increase the per capita share of green spaces in the city from 1.7 square meters to 28, improve air quality and reduce temperatures.

 The project also encourages healthy lifestyles. The project plan includes planting 7.5 million trees across the capital and watering these green projects from the new recycled irrigation network designed to reduce waste.

 3. NEOM Project

The NEOM project is located on an area of 26,000 square kilometers in northwestern Saudi Arabia. This project aims to develop ecotourism in a sustainable manner.

 This project is one of the most important pillars of Vision 2030 and it is one of the mega projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The project includes many towns, smart cities and entertainment venues. The project's mission is to attract more than a million residents as well as tourists from all over the world.

4.Sharm Obhur

 Sharm Obhur is one of the most important eco-tourism places in Saudi Arabia, which is characterized by the sea coasts. This place is located in the north of the city of Jeddah. This coast is known for its soft white sands and clear waters, with many colorful fish and unique coral life.

 Many go to Sharm Obhur, whether tourists or locals, in the summer vacation through the many tourist facilities in the area, which usually launch many cruises, through boats prepared to transport visitors and vacationers in enjoyable tours on the shores of the beach to enjoy the picturesque nature.

 5. The end of the world

The End of the World is also one of the most beautiful places of tourism in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for lovers of adventure in the picturesque nature, as it is a group of towering mountains with a high altitude.

 From this point, you will get to see a deep valley dating back hundreds of years. This valley is covered with many coral reefs, inscriptions and sculptures formed by nature.

6-Jabal Hassan Island

 Jabal Hassan Island is one of the best environmental destinations in Saudi Arabia, this beautiful island includes many sandy beaches that are characterized by clear blue waters that show many colorful fish under them and beautiful coral reefs.

 The area of this island is about 24 kilometers and it is one of the largest islands in Umluj, in addition to owning many farms with picturesque crops that are irrigated with rain water, which made it one of the best environmental destinations in Saudi Arabia.

 7. Fifa Mountains

In the Fifa Mountains, you can enjoy climbing mountains and natural rocks of granite and basalt, which help lovers of heights climb about 3,500 meters above sea level.

 The Fifa Mountains are one of the most beautiful environmental destinations in Saudi Arabia. These mountains are located in the Jazan region in Sabya Governorate, and are famous for their stunning green scenery.

8.Wildlife Reserve 

This nature reserve is located between Wadi Al-Rumma and Wadi Al-Sahba from the south near the Al-Bathaa border crossing. The Shaybah oil field is located in the Empty Quarter from the eastern side of the Kingdom. This reserve is considered one of the most beautiful environmental destinations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The most important environmental activities in Saudi Arabia

 There are many environmental activities in Saudi Arabia, and the country is interested in establishing many recreational activities that you can practice in ecotourism places, including the following:

• Safari between wild and natural life.

• Hiking and camping in desert and green nature reserves.

• Hiking is one of the most important tourist activities between the valleys.

• Diving to see the abundant coral life in Saudi Arabia.

• Practicing mountaineering to see the natural mountain environment of Saudi Arabia.

• A tour to learn about the country's wildlife and nature reserves.

• Photography trips of picturesque landscapes in green tourism places in Saudi Arabia.

• Tourism in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.. the most prominent destination and the most suitable time to visit

 The best natural sites for camping in Saudi Arabia

 Natural camping sites in Saudi Arabia are famous for their many wonderful interactive atmospheres that attract tourists from all over the world:

• Almond Mountain.

• Kharrara National Park.

• Disa Valley.

• Acacia Valley.

• place camp.

• Moon Valley.

• Al Thumama National Park.