How do I get from UAE to Socotra?
Getting To Socotra: Air Arabia Flight 476 Abu Dhabi to Socotra. This flight departs Abu Dhabi and goes directly to Socotra once per week on Mondays. This new Air Arabia route is the easiest and most direct.
Can I fly to Socotra?
As of now, the are only two ways you can get to Socotra Island. The first one is by flying with Yemen Airways (Yemenia) from either Seiyun, Yemen, or from Cairo, Egypt – with a layover in Seiyun. Now you can also fly with Air Arabia on a new non-stop route from Abu Dhabi to Socotra.
Is Socotra safe for tourists?
Travel to Socotra is indeed safe, and as long as you follow standard precautions and travel to the island on the weekly flight from Cairo, you should not run into any problems. If you’re thinking about going, I’d encourage you to do so before the island changes or the route in is closed off again.
What can I buy in Socotra?
Socotra Souvenirs
- Socotri Honey- Socotra has been prized historically for its honey.
- Dragon Blood Resin- in Homhil children will typically collect dragon blood resin, dry it, and sell it in little bags to travelers.
- Frankincense- Much in the same way dragon blood is collected so is Frankincense.
Is Socotra Island Open?
Dear all, after several difficult months that have impacted tourism all around the world, we are happy to announce that Socotra Island is open again. Do not hesitate to contact us about the programs, the new flight routes and possibilities to travel in Yemeni mainland as well.
What should I wear to Socotra?
Light, breathable fabrics are best for exploring Socotra. Evenings in the mountains can get cool (16-22 degrees), so a light jacket is recommended. Socotris are used to seeing tourists (but not so much in the last few years), and modest western-style clothing isn’t frowned upon.
What animals live in Socotra?
The only mammals native to Socotra are bats, which live in the many rocky caves. But there are lots of different kinds of reptiles on the islands, including the Socotran chameleon and several types of skinks, which are lizards that look more like snakes, but with very small limbs.
How do I get a Socotra visa?
How To Get A Yemeni Visa
- Step 1: Contact & Book A Trip With A Socotri Tour Operator. You cannot just go apply for a Yemeni visa because you want one.
- Step 2: Send A Scan Of Your Passport Info Page.
- Step 3: Receive A Paper Copy Of Your Yemeni Visa.
- Step 4: Book Your Flight To Socotra.
- Step 5: Arrive To Socotra.
Why is Socotra unique?
Socotra is considered the jewel of biodiversity in the Arabian Sea. The long geological isolation of the Socotra archipelago and its fierce heat and drought have combined to create a unique and spectacular endemic flora.