Adventure destination

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has more adventure range than many travelers expect, with escarpment hiking, desert crossings, volcanic fields, and higher mountain terrain around Asir and Taif. A sensible choice for travelers who want warm-climate adventure and road-supported exploration rather than a traditional hut-to-hut mountain holiday.

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Places in Saudi Arabia

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Mountains

Areas in Saudi Arabia

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Linked landscapes

Cross-border or multi-purpose areas connected to Saudi Arabia.

UNESCO World Heritage in Saudi Arabia

Published UNESCO World Heritage locations linked to Saudi Arabia.

Natural 2023

‘Uruq Bani Ma’arid

UNESCO natural World Heritage site linked to Saudi Arabia. Inscribed in 2023.

  • Countries Saudi Arabia
  • Area ‘Uruq Bani Ma’arid
Cultural 2010

At-Turaif District in ad-Dir'iyah

UNESCO cultural World Heritage site linked to Saudi Arabia. Inscribed in 2010.

  • Countries Saudi Arabia
  • Region At-Turaif District in ad-Dir'iyah
Cultural 2021

Ḥimā Cultural Area

UNESCO cultural World Heritage site linked to Saudi Arabia. Inscribed in 2021.

  • Countries Saudi Arabia
  • Place Ḥimā Cultural Area
Cultural 2014

Historic Jeddah, the Gate to Makkah

UNESCO cultural World Heritage site linked to Saudi Arabia. Inscribed in 2014.

  • Countries Saudi Arabia
  • Place Historic Jeddah, the Gate to Makkah