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Things to Do at the Thumama Desert

Things to Do at the Thumama Desert

Ahh, as the cooler months of the year come in, Riyadhis will be hitting the desert for some fun in the sand. Here’s a beginner’s guide to Riyadh’s favorite desert district.

Where to Go:

  • Al Thumama Park

What to Do thumama desert:

  • Riding quad bikes. There are rentals on site, just pick out which one has the best deal. Prices range from SR 50 – SR 100 per 30 mins to an hour.
  • Getting your first camel photo. There’s a lot of camel farms surrounding this area, herders often convene on weekends and lets you ride their camels for a fee.
  • Bounce tents – For the kids. You’ll know you’re in the Thumama area when you start seeing these inflatable castles.
  • Rock Climbing Off the Cliffs
  • Cheaper Horse riding – If going to an equestrian club is too heavy on the pockets and you already know how to ride. You can rent horses here for a fee.
  • Picnic – One of the desert sites where people park on the side of the road and eat.
  • Enjoying the dunes. Red Sands at Al Yamama differ from Al Thumama because of the finer and obviously more reddish color of the sand.
  • Landscape Photography
  • Camping

read also:Winter Activities in Saudi

Tips:

  • If you’re new to the camping scene, make sure you ask someone who’s an expert or try to find a guide.
  • Always keep a lot of water
  • If you’re thinking of going deeper into the desert, have a satellite phone, first aid kit, power bank and GPS with you.
  • Watch out for scorpions and snakes. Yea. We’re not kidding.
  • A 4×4 car is essential, unless you want to spend your day digging out your tires.
  • Don’t litter.

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