Go Birding with Saudi Birding
Upcoming Departures
October 27 - November 4, 2026
Pairs with: Northwest Ancient Wonders (November 6 - 13, 2026)
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April 8 - 16, 2027
Pairs with: Socotran Endemics (March 30 - April 6, 2027)
October 27 - November 4, 2027
Pairs with: Northwest Ancient Wonders (November 6 - 13, 2027)
Save $250 when booking both tours
April 6 - 14, 2028
Pairs with: Socotran Endemics (March 28 - April 4, 2028)
At a Glance
Duration: 9 days
Group Size: Maximum 6 participants
Start/End: Riyadh (RUH)
Habitats: Central desert; southwest highlands; Red Sea coastal plain
Targets: All 16 Arabian endemics, 7 near-endemics, and more!
Climate: Warm to very warm interior and lowlands; cooler, comfortable highlands; occasional mist or isolated thunderstorms possible at elevation
Physical Level: Light–moderate walking on uneven terrain
Transport: SUVs throughout
Photography: Excellent opportunities for endemic species and dramatic desert & mountain landscapes
Tour Overview
Our classic Arabian Endemics Tour is designed to target the full suite of 16 Arabian Peninsula endemics across a striking range of habitats—from the sand-gravel desert and sandstone wadis of central Arabia to the cool, wooded escarpments and warm coastal plains of the southwest.
Key targets include Philby’s Partridge, Arabian Eagle-Owl, Asir Magpie, Arabian Woodpecker, Yemen Warbler, Arabian Grosbeak, and Yemen Linnet along with near-endemics most reliably seen in Saudi Arabia such as Rufous-capped Lark and Arabian Golden Sparrow. Southwest Arabia also supports a fascinating array of Afrotropical species, a few of which represent endemic subspecies and potential future splits.
Along the way, we explore traditional mountain villages and historic sites, including the striking stone architecture of Thee Ain Village in Al Bahah, integrating natural history with the cultural landscapes that have shaped Arabia for millennia.
What Our Clients Say
One of the most inspiring parts of the experience was learning from the guides. Their knowledge of Saudi Arabia’s biodiversity, habitats, and birdlife was incredible, and seeing that level of passion and understanding for the natural environment was genuinely motivating. It was also special to be part of what was apparently the first Saudi Birding tour to include two Saudi women participants, which made the experience feel even more meaningful.
Asma Hussein, spring 2026 Arabian Endemics Tour
