30 days in Socotra Island Itinerary

Off coast of the Arabian Peninsula and the Horn of Africa, Socotra Island has developed in almost total isolation, yielding a biodiversity that is unique in the world.

Socotra Island is known for parks and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Qalansiyah Beach, kick back and relax at Shoab beach, and don't miss a visit to Diksam.

For photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Socotra Island attractions app.

Bucharest, Romania to Socotra Island is an approximately 25-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Bucharest to Socotra Island is 1 hour. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Bucharest in November, with highs in Socotra Island at 35°C and lows at 29°C. On the 27th (Sun), you're off to Socotra Island.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Dihamri Marine Protected Area and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Shoab beach. On the next day, make a trip to Diksam and then stroll through Qalansiyah Beach.

For reviews, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Socotra Island vacation planner.

Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.