Green Tourism Launch

Saudi Arabia has opened 15 national parks for regulated eco-tourism as part of the Saudi Green Initiative's expansion into sustainable tourism. The move positions the Kingdom as a leader in desert and marine conservation tourism, offering visitors unique experiences in some of the most pristine natural environments in the Middle East.

Featured Parks

• Sharaan Nature Reserve, AlUla — Home to the Arabian leopard reintroduction program
• Farasan Islands Marine Park — 170+ species of coral reef and the endangered dugong
• Asir National Park — Cloud forests and terraced agriculture at 3,000m elevation
• Uruq Bani Ma'arid, Empty Quarter — Arabian oryx and sand gazelle sanctuary
• Jubail Mangrove Park, Abu Dhabi — Coastal wetlands and kayaking

Eco-Tourism Programs

Each park offers guided eco-tourism experiences:

• Wildlife tracking and photography safaris
• Stargazing camps in light-pollution-free zones
• Marine conservation diving experiences
• Traditional Bedouin camping with sustainable practices
• Bird watching — Saudi Arabia hosts 500+ bird species on migration routes

Conservation Goals

The Saudi Green Initiative aims to protect 30% of the Kingdom's land and sea areas by 2030. Over 10 billion trees are being planted across the Kingdom. Carbon neutrality is targeted for 2060.