Edge of the World
About 1 hr 30 min by car from Riyadh
Sheer cliffs of the Tuwaiq escarpment dropping to an ancient seabed, best at sunset.
Why locals go
The desert camping and sunset trip everyone in Riyadh makes.
Visiting Riyadh?
At 1 hr 30 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Riyadh for your flight home.
What to book
- Guided 4x4 trip to Jebel Fihrayn
- Sunset hike along the cliff edge
- Desert camping
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Sunset at the cliff edge with a picnic
- Luxury desert camp under the stars
With friends
- 4x4 convoy and overnight camp
- Stargazing in the desert
When to go
October to March.