Description
Seamless boarding at Jeddah Marina leads into an overnight passage toward Jizan and the Farasan Islands National Park, where mangroves, Ottoman-era heritage, and kaleidoscopic reefs converge. On your Benetti Tradition 30m, long legs are serene, cabins are tranquil, and mornings begin with coffee on a sun-washed flybridge as the archipelago rises from a calm horizon.
Your charter is fully crewed and deeply curated: naturalist-led explorations, flexible snorkeling and dive plans, and shore visits that bring the islands’ story to life. Expect precise timing for tides in the mangroves, crowd-free reef sessions, and gracious touches from a crew practiced at quiet excellence.
About Our Service in Jizan, Farasan Village, Ottoman Ruins, Al Qandal Mangroves, Dome Reef and Beit al-Rifai
Day 1 – Southbound Overnight: Depart Jeddah and settle into the yacht’s gentle motion. The captain briefs the route; the chef serves a comforting supper. Stars wheel overhead as the coastline recedes.
Day 2 – Gateway to Farasan: Morning arrival and an easy continuation into the archipelago. A welcome swim and light lunch precede a relaxed afternoon anchorage and sunset on the upper deck.
Day 3 – Farasan Village & Ottoman Heritage: Go ashore with your guide to explore lanes, markets, and Ottoman-era sites, pausing for regional cuisine. Return aboard for a cool rinse and a slow, lantern-lit dinner.
Day 4 – Al Qandal Mangroves: Tides set the tempo. Kayak or tender quietly through emerald channels alive with birdlife while the naturalist interprets the ecosystem. A tranquil afternoon at anchor invites reading, napping, and lazy swims.
Day 5 – Dome Reef: A marquee day for divers and snorkelers—sheer coral walls, purple soft corals, and superb visibility. Photographers delight in morning light; a second session after lunch targets a different aspect of the reef.
Day 6 – Beit al-Rifai & Cultural Evening: Visit Beit al-Rifai and neighboring sites before sunset. If available, enjoy local music or storytelling aboard, paired with the chef’s Hejazi-inspired tasting menu.
Day 7 – Northbound Return: Trace the coast back toward Jeddah, savoring a final brunch at sea and unhurried disembarkation on arrival.
About Our Yacht – Benetti Tradition 30m Motor Yacht
Five ensuite cabins welcome up to ten guests to air-conditioned calm. Stabilizers keep the yacht composed in open water; Wi-Fi and entertainment systems support downtime. The flybridge is the stage for dawn yoga and night skies; the aft deck is your breezy dining room; the swim platform is a springboard to clear water. A quick tender, paddleboards, kayaks, and finely maintained snorkel/dive gear enable fluid daily plans.
Why This Charter Stands Out
Nowhere else marries mangrove serenity, coral drama, and living heritage quite like Farasan. With expert naturalist guidance and a yacht that treats distance as a detail, this is a journey where culture and reef breathe the same air—and you have it almost to yourself.
