RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Wildlife has introduced a suite of ecotourism initiatives, comprising safari sites and birdwatching locations, as the Kingdom seeks to promote sustainable tourism linked to biodiversity and conservation, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The initiatives involve establishing safari experiences in Taif and Thadiq, creating bird sanctuaries within various reserves and national parks, and designating birdwatching sites in the Farasan Islands Reserve and other regions throughout the Kingdom.
Officials said the initiatives aim to let visitors experience native wildlife in its natural habitats through tourism models that integrate conservation with outdoor recreation and environmental education.
The National Center for Wildlife stated that the projects will support species and habitat protection and help convert ecologically significant areas into sustainable tourism destinations that bolster the national economy.
In recent years, Saudi Arabia has accelerated environmental and conservation programs, including large‑scale habitat restoration, wildlife reintroduction initiatives, and the expansion of protected areas as part of its broader sustainability agenda.
The Farasan Islands Reserve, one of the Kingdom’s most prominent biodiversity sites situated in the Red Sea, is renowned for its marine ecosystems, migratory birds, and wildlife such as the endangered Arabian gazelle, making it a key destination for ecotourism and conservation research.
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