Category: Guide
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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 […] Read more
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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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] 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 […] Read more
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Hotel Or Camping Which Is Right for You?
When planning a visit, travellers often face the decision of whether to stay in a hotel or go camping to experience the island’s beauty. We covered why you should go […] Read more
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Is Socotra Safe To Travel?
Socotra Island is often referred to as “the most beautiful island in the world”. “The Galapagos of the Indian Ocean” is a secluded gem known for its surreal landscapes. Unique […] Read more