Why Socotra Is Different: Nature, Landscapes & Adventure

An island with a character of its own

Socotra brings together landscapes that feel remarkably different from one another — umbrella-shaped dragon’s blood trees, rocky highlands, coastal dunes and open beaches

Its appeal goes beyond a single viewpoint or photograph — exploring the island means moving between these landscapes and spending time outdoors, close to the places you came to discover

Nature worth looking after

Socotra’s distinctive wildlife and vegetation are central to its identity — many of its plants occur nowhere else in the world

Travel responsibly by following your local guide’s instructions, leaving plants and wildlife undisturbed and taking your litter away with you

How we explore the island

Our 8-day / 7-night expedition combines island travel, guided walks and camping

A local guide, drivers and a kitchen team accompany the group — a fully equipped kitchen travels in a dedicated vehicle, while our team prepares the camps and meals

Single and double tents come with sleeping mattresses, pillows and blankets — read our guide to camping in Socotra for details about the accommodation and facilities

The experience between the highlights

The journey is also about the moments between the main stops — watching the landscape change from the vehicle, walking with your guide and settling into camp as daylight fades

The itinerary brings structure to the trip, while local conditions guide practical decisions along the way

Plan your Socotra expedition

Our 2026–2027 season runs from October to early May, with two departures per week

Explore the 8-day expedition itinerary, check available dates and review the booking options before choosing your departure