Socotra – Unexplored Kitesurfing Territory

7 nights, 8 days
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Dragon Blood Trees, towering dunes, deep canyons, wide-open beaches, and one of the most impressive world-class waves for amazing kitesurfing, the 3,665 km2 island of Socotra offers a unique wilderness experience. Home to more than 700 endemic species found nowhere else on earth, Socotra was recognized as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in 2008. The island is located between the Guardafui Channel and the Arabian Sea, and it is characterized by a mean annual temperature over 25 °C and wind ranging from 15 to 35+ knots. Wake Up Adventures has planned your dream kitesurfing trip! While we promise the best kiteboarding experience at Socotra’s surreal sandy beaches, there is a lot more to do and see in Socotra. As we travel across the island in 4×4 vehicles, we will visit the most spectacular sites, and every night, we set up camp in a different spot. From visiting the authentic villages, Hoq cave exploration, hiking in the Dragon blood forest, swimming in Difarhou natural pool, be prepared to disconnect and live a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience!

Destination Socotra, Yemen
Included
  • Activities: Freeride kitesurfing, one boat trip, hiking, expedition, cultural activities, professional photography
  • Accommodation: 2 nights accommodation in a hotel and 5 nights in a private tent at camping sites.
  • Transportation: Round trip from the Abu Dhabi International airport and between the different locations.
  • VISA: Yemen VISA paperwork and fee
  • Meals: Full Board local food and unlimited snacks and soft beverages Safety: Rescue team full time
  • On the spot: Local guides and expert kite surfers, tents, music, chairs, and support
Excluded
  • Flight tickets, and PCR tests
  • Kite equipment rental (pre-booking required with extra charge)
  • Travel and sport insurance
  • Protected area entrance fees
What is recommanded to bring
3 KITES (7, 10, AND 12 M)
BARS
BARS
HARNESS
HARNESS
KITESURF BOARD AND/OR TWIN-TIP
KITESURF BOARD AND/OR TWIN-TIP
KITESURF GEAR
KITESURF GEAR
SMALL BACKPACK
SMALL BACKPACK
SUMMER WETSUIT
SUMMER WETSUIT

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Day 1:

The tour leaders of Wake Up Adventures will meet you at Abu Dhabi airport 3 hours before the departure of the flight to Socotra. Once we land in the city of Hadibo, the local team will be ready to take us to our first destination: Detwah Lagoon. Welcome to Paradise! Enjoy glorious views from the mountain to the Arabian Sea, and the lagoons. If nature allows it, we will have our first kitesurfing session in this incredible place before setting our camp near the lagoon and dining all together under the stars.

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Day 2

Wake up in paradise and enjoy breakfast early in the morning before getting ready for our first day of adventure. We will head to the surrounding mountains for a hike and discover the dreamlike caves where the Socotris lived more than 200 years ago. Local cavemen will guide us through this incredible visit. We will then explore the maritime life of the lagoon and prepare for a dream kitesurfing session.

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Day 3

A new day, a new adventure. We will embark on a local fishing boat and go for a boat trip between rocky and steep mountains. We will watch the dolphins and the exotic marine life of this region until we reach Shoab Beach where we will explore the area and unpack our kitesurfing gear for another incredible session. We will Camp on the beach and meet local fishermen.

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Day 4

After a morning kitesurfing session, we will pack and head to the mountains to explore the stunning rock formations and the blood trees forests. The 4×4 trip will take approximately 3 hours to reach our next camping site camp where we will rest and indulge in a group dinner.

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Day 5

On the local Caminos of dragon blood tree, walk in one of the most emblematic places of the island, enjoy a lunch under the shade of these natural masterpieces and let the time stop before embarking on our 4×4 adventure again. We will reach the top of the mountain, the heart of the native forest just on time to experience the best sunset of your life.

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Day 6

Get Ready, today we travel to the northeast of the island to see the massive dunes with views of the Arabian Sea. Our kitesurfing session will be with landscapes of rocky mountains that are the soul of what makes Socotra special. We will then have a beach lunch and rest before going on a one and half hour hike in the mountain to reach Hoq cave, one of the most emblematic visits of the island.

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Day 7

After a quick stop at the city of Hadibo for covid-19 PCR test, we will continue our trip to the base of the mountains and go on a 30-minute walk with our local guides to discover a unique natural pool. Rest, enjoy the sun, and take magical photos in this magical place. At sunset, we will have dinner at a local restaurant and savor the local cuisine.

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Day 8

On the last day of this trip, we will have breakfast together in the city before going to the airport. We understand it is difficult to leave this paradise, but we promise new beautiful locations, unique itineraries and outstanding adventures.