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Socotra - Island at the End of Time

10 days
Start and end in Abu Dhabi
4.4
14 traveler reviews
Socotra - Island at the End of Time - DIAMIR Erlebnisreisen
  • Explorer
  • Family
  • Camping
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Intl. Flights Included
  • Christmas & New Year
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 8
Age range 5 to 85
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Highlights

  • Fly from Germany to Abu Dhabi, overnight stay
  • Explore Hadibu and snorkel in Di Hamri
  • Hike through Homhil's ancient tree forests
  • Discover Hoq Cave and Ras Erissel's views
  • Camp at Aomak Beach under starlit skies

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival via Abu Dhabi
  2. Day 2 Arrival in Socotra, Hadibu and Di Hamri marine reserve
  3. Day 3 Homhil nature reserve and giant dunes on Ahrer beach
  4. Day 4 Hoq stalactite cave and Ras Erissel
  5. Day 5 From the Momi plateau to the sand dunes of Hayf and Aomak beach
  6. Day 6 Degub Cave, Dixam Plateau and Firmihin Dragon's Blood Tree Forest
  7. Day 7 Qalansiyah fishing village and Detwah lagoon
  8. Day 8 Boat trip to Shu'ab Bay and return to Hadibu
  9. Day 9 Journey home via Abu Dhabi
  10. Day 10 Arrival
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • International Flights
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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  • Optional
  • Additional Services
4.4
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Number of tours

441

Age Range

5 to 85 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

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Customer Reviews

  • Michael
    · June 6th, 2024
    The trip was great. The tour was good in itself, but we didn't make any stops in the oases on the trip through the desert. But that was announced. The tour guide was good, but was always on the phone and busy with other things. I would have liked to see a little more nature. Uzbekistan is an agricultural country and we saw very little of it. That could have been done on the trip from Samarkand to Khiva.
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  • Sandra
    · October 30th, 2023
    I still have no words for this incredibly beautiful trip, the great hikes and great moments. I have learned so much about the Japanese culture -then and now- on this trip. Thanks again to my fantastic guide Svenja! Without you, I'm sure this trip would not have been beautiful. I can really recommend this trip to everyone, even if you have been to Japan before, because especially on the hikes through small towns in the countryside, you see completely different corners of this incredibly exciting country.
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Dates & Availability

10 days
Socotra - Island at the End of Time
From Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi

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    Andy

    Asked on August 9th, 2024

    can I use my Travel Credits? TOTAL PRICE PLEASE - 1 single? October OR dec?

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    • DIAMIR ErlebnisreisenOperatorWritten August 2024

      We also offer different airports from Austria, Switzerland or Germany. For Soqotra you need a Visa, the fee is 170,- € per person. The total cost depends on your travel date.

    • DIAMIR ErlebnisreisenOperatorWritten August 2024

      We are waiting for confirmation of flight from Abu Dhabi to Soqotra. We will inform you immediately once we get the confirmation.

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    Ben

    Asked on July 6th, 2024

    Is it tour suitable for me? I have a bit mobility issue - cause a car accident 30 years ago. I do walk WITHOUT any help - on my tours, do I bring a walkingstick.

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    • DIAMIR ErlebnisreisenOperatorWritten July 2024

      Socotra - Island at the End of Time is a great trip that you can participate, and operator DIAMIR Erlebnisreisen confirmed that no major hikes are planned for the trip you have chosen.

    • B

      Ben

      TravelerWritten July 2024

      Am I going to meet/depart the group in Frankfurt Airport? Are the price: GBP3490,- + visa Yemen EURO170,- + local tax/Abu Dhabi EURO5. Am I'm able to speak to the other clients - in English?

    • DIAMIR ErlebnisreisenOperatorWritten July 2024

      You meet these guests in Abu Dhabi. This trip is in English so i guess that also our clients communicate in english with you.

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    Patrick

    Asked on December 8th, 2023

    My german is NOT good enough - do the (the german)nguide speak english? I'm aware the local guide speak english. Are ALL from germany?

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      Patrick

      TravelerWritten December 2023

      I'm interested - BUT cannot give my accept before: I've a "boot" on/my leg is broken - that day I'm going to the hospital - and get, HOPEFULLY, rit off the "boot".

    • DIAMIR ErlebnisreisenOperatorWritten December 2023

      Most of our clients come from German speaking countries but for this specific tour we have an English speaking guide assigend and everyone will be aware of that.

    • DIAMIR ErlebnisreisenOperatorWritten December 2023

      It is not really abvisable to go on this trip with an injury like that. There are only scarce medical services offered on the island in case some complications pop up. In addition our departure 15 January hasn't seen enough bookings so far to guarantee this tour. Maybe you can shift your travel plans to 15 February? This departure seems to receive enough bookings and you have a bit more time to recover.

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Tour ID: 249336

  • Currencies
    د.إ
    UAE Dirham
    United Arab Emirates
    ر.ي
    Yemeni Rial
    Yemen
  • Plugs & Adapters

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    United Arab Emirates and Yemen
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    Yemen
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    Yemen
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for United Arab Emirates and Yemen. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for United Arab Emirates and Yemen. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for United Arab Emirates and Yemen. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Yemen. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Yemen. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Yemen. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Yemen. Ideally 10 days before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before July 13th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 13th, 2025, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with DIAMIR Erlebnisreisen. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 40 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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