There are many details of the marine activities that the Saudi Tourism Authority was keen to bring to life in the "Saudi Winter" season for individuals and groups of friends and family from citizens and residents, who are interested in different types of marine tourism experiences, especially in destinations with moderate climates.

Among the destinations rich in marine tourism experiences in the season, which started under the slogan "Winter Around You", and continues until the end of March of next year (2021), "Farasan Islands", located off the coast of the southern province of Jizan, about 42 km from the coast of Jizan, and from Its largest island is Farasan al-Kabeerah, Farsan al-Kabir (Farsan al-Minor), Qamah, and other uninhabited islands.

Farasan Islands is characterized by its surfing on the white beaches, and it is considered one of the most important Saudi diving sites. This gives snorkeling and diving enthusiasts together an opportunity to enjoy their tourist experience and reach its coral depth, and to experience this wonderful experience that will take its fans out from underwater amazed at the beauty of the coral and colorful fish.

And for those who do not know the "Farasan" archipelago, it is a marine reserve that contains more than 230 species of fish, and is characterized by containing many endangered wildlife, such as the green turtle, the hawk-beaked turtle, maidens and dolphins, and some types of whales and sharks.

In order to spend an unforgettable diving experience in the islands of the archipelago, all you have to do is differentiate between two types when ordering the tourist packages available on the "Saudi Spirit" website and application, which was explained by the trainer of trainers at the Jazan Dive Center, Fuad Al Hakami, and the first type is called "diving at the beach." And it is usually at the beaches of “Sir” and “Al Hossais”, and the cost of the adventure per person is approximately 250 riyals, including the necessary equipment, while the depth of the dive here does not exceed a ceiling of ten meters or less.

As for the second type - and the modern coach of the ruling - it is "boat diving", which is the most requested by individuals and groups of friends, and starts from seven in the morning until three in the evening. Tourism offices and diving centers prefer to be on the islands of Damsak and Qamah, which are located in the archipelago. Farasan, the adventure value per person is about 425 riyals, including equipment, breakfast and lunch, refreshments and snacks. The depth of the dive in this experiment does not exceed a maximum of 30 meters and lasts for three intermittent hours. So that the adventurers are not exhausted, the age group in both trials ranges from 18 to 55 years.

In order to experience diving or marine diving, it is preferable to book early through one of the tourist packages provided by licensed tourism companies, with an emphasis on the person's eligibility to dive. But what about the unqualified? They can also experience "marine diving" by coordinating with one of the diving centers scattered in the region, and undergo a specialized training course for a full day accompanied by a professional trainer certified by PADI, in which the trainee learns the basic skills to implement it.

Al-Hakami stresses the high frequency of requests for diving or diving packages with the start of the "Saudi Winter" season on the tenth of December, with no less than five daily requests, while some tourists, citizens and residents, prefer to book in advance two or three weeks before their appointment. Appreciation.

It is noteworthy in the matter that the famous tourist blogger "Rahal" of the global travel engine "Wego" advised tourists from friends and families not to miss the opportunity to "camp" on the coast of Abra, in the southwest of Farasan Island, which is famous for being a destination for hobbyists and adventure seekers. , While investing the opportunity of their presence by practicing "the pleasure of swimming" in Ras Al-Qarn Beach, which is characterized by its cleanliness and its waters that tend to be turquoise due to aquatic plants, which is ideal for swimming, entertainment and sunbathing amidst the picturesque nature.

It is reported that the Saudi Tourism Authority has launched the "Winter Around You" season in more than 17 local destinations; To provide more than 300 tourism packages and experiences, through more than 200 tour operators and tour operators; To discover the geographical diversity of the Kingdom’s regions and attractive climates during the winter season, ranging from mild, pleasant and cold climates, in addition to enjoying activities.