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5-Day Socotra Discovery
A five-day Socotra itinerary connecting beaches, caves, marine areas and highland landscapes.
- Duration
- 5 days
- Availability
- Available on request
- Booking
- Request required
Tour overview
About this journey
Day by day
Itinerary
- Day 1
Delisha Beach
- Description
A quiet sandy beach near Hadibo, where the sea meets a calm lagoon. A great introduction to Socotra's natural beauty.
- Activities
Swimming, relaxing, sunset walk along the shore.
- Overnight
Camping at Delisha.
- Day 2
Homhil Plateau & Arher Beach
- Description
Homhil's natural infinity pool with breathtaking views over the Arabian Sea, and Arher's dramatic sand dunes meeting the ocean.
- Activities
Hiking, swimming, plant observation, dune climbing.
- Overnight
Camping at Arher.
- Day 3
Hoq Cave & Dihamri Marine Reserve
- Description
Explore Hoq Cave, full of stalactites and ancient markings, then head to Dihamri Marine Reserve, one of the richest coral areas in Socotra.
- Activities
Cave exploration, snorkeling, diving.
- Overnight
Camping at Dihamri.
- Day 4
Dixam Plateau & Fermhin Forest
- Description
Socotra's heartland, home to the world's largest concentration of Dragon Blood Trees. Dixam Plateau offers epic canyon views, while Fermhin Forest is magical for walking and photography.
- Activities
Hiking, photography, cultural encounters with locals.
- Overnight
Camping at Fermhin.
- Day 5
Qalansiyah & Shoab, Return to Hadibo
- Description
Visit the fishing village of Qalansiyah and enjoy a boat trip to Shoab, a pristine beach with dolphins and turquoise water. Evening return to Hadibo.
- Activities
Boat ride, dolphin spotting, snorkeling, swimming.
- Overnight
Hotel in Hadibo.
What to expect
Included and excluded
Included
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- 4×4 vehicle with driver (max. 3 guests per car)
- 3 meals daily + snacks & drinks
- Camping under the stars (tent, mattress, pillow, blanket)
- Camps set up by our team (sitting area, shower & toilet)
- English-speaking guide
- Guided tours to beaches, mountains & caves
- Boat trip to Detwah Lagoon
- Hiking & swimming in natural pools
Not included
- International flights to/from Socotra
- Socotra tourist visa ($150)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Optional activities not mentioned
- Personal camping equipment
- Airport taxes if applicable
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