Author: Jamal
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10 Extraordinary Facts About Socotra Island
Imagine a place where the trees resemble something from a Dr Seuss book, the landscapes are strange and beautiful, and the isolation has formed an ecosystem not found anywhere else on Earth. This place is Socotra Island, a remote group of islands in the Indian Ocean. It is often referred to as the “Most Alien-looking Read more
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The Socotra Season Kicks Off with a Global Splash!
The wait is over! Socotra’s much-anticipated tourism season officially opened in early October 2025. We at Hellosocotra are thrilled to welcome our first group of international adventurers. The island is back in business, and the initial reports are in: the weather is wonderful, and the nature is as stunning as ever. We recently hosted a Read more
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Socotra’s Best Hiking Areas
Hikers will find Socotra to be a veritable “Garden of Eden.” The island provides an unmatched trekking experience with its bizarre, otherworldly landscapes and a wealth of endemic plants and animals. The true charm of Socotra can be discovered by exploring its mountainous interior, even though many tourists only visit the well-travelled coastal attractions. These Read more
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An Extraterrestrial World of Floral Marvels
Envision a world where the trees ooze red sap, where there are bottle-like guardians as huge and ancient as the landscape itself, and where flowers bloom in absolute disregard for all logic. This is no movie location in a science fiction film; it’s Socotra, a remote Yemeni island in the Arabian Sea. Why Socotra is Read more
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A Birder’s Paradise Socotra Island
Socotra is renowned for its otherworldly scenery and strange flora. However, beneath the dragon’s blood trees and bottle-shaped succulents lies a treasure: its breathtaking birdlife. For birders and nature lovers alike, Socotra offers an unprecedented opportunity to witness species found nowhere else on our planet. Socotra’s isolation over millions of years has allowed for a Read more
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Tommy’s Socotra Saga: Unveiling the Dragon’s Blood Isle!
Hey wanderlusters! It’s Tommy, back with tales of a destination so extraterrestrial, it felt like landing on another planet. Forget your typical tropical getaway – I’ve just returned from Socotra Island, a treasure trove in the Arabian Sea, and trust me, it’s left with a piece of my adventurous heart. I embarked in January seeking Read more
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The PhotoPills Socotra Tour
The whispers of Socotra’s otherworldly beauty have long been circulating among the photography crowd. Its otherworldly landscapes, ancient dragon’s blood trees, and untouched beaches form a canvas unlike any other destination on our planet. Just this year in March, the famous photography app and workshop organisers, PhotoPills, brought those rumours to life with their long-awaited Read more
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When To Book For Socotra 2025 & 2026 Season
Due to Socotra’s remote location and unique travel requirements, planning is crucial and flights to Socotra are limited, primarily operated by EAS from Abu Dhabi. These flights can fill up quickly, especially during peak tourist season, It is highly advised to book flights several months in advance. Our general recommendation is that bookings 4 to Read more
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Far and Wild A Travel Memoir
At the age of 27, Fabiana Capuano left her comfortable small-town life in Italy to embark on a journey of exploration. Over the next twenty years, she traveled to 100 countries, experiencing shipwrecks, tales of vampires, ocean crossings, encounters with curious hyenas, mutinies, smoking volcanoes, manipulative men, and many other incredible adventures both at sea Read more
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The Blossoms of the Socotra Bottle Tree
Visiting Socotra during the bottle tree blossom season isn’t just about travelling; it is a journey to one of the unique natural spectacles worldwide. Every trip to this hidden island holds new wonders, yet the blossoming of the Socotra bottle tree remains one of the most magical and long-lived visions. For the lucky ones who can experience it, those pink and white flowers against the stark desert landscape are a sight that may last a lifetime. The Blooming Season Every year, from early March through late April, the Socotra bottle tree bursts forth in a riot of pink, Read more