Saudi Arabia has quietly built one of the Middle East’s most exciting zip lining scenes, stretching from ancient canyon landscapes in AlUla to forested mountain ridges in the Asir Highlands and desert adventure parks outside Riyadh. Whether you want to fly Superman-style at 120 km/h over Nabataean ruins or glide gently through juniper forests at nearly 1,000 metres above sea level, the Kingdom has a zip line for every nerve level. This guide, part of our comprehensive Saudi Arabia travel guide, covers every major zip lining location in the country, with verified prices, booking details, practical tips and what to expect at each site.
Best Time to Visit: October to March (cooler temperatures; summer heat makes outdoor activities difficult except in highland areas like Asir and Taif)
Getting There: Major zip line sites are near AlUla (domestic flights from Riyadh/Jeddah), Al Baha (drive from Jeddah or Taif), Taif (90 minutes from Jeddah), and Riyadh (Nofa Resort and Al Amaaria Village)
Visa Required: Yes — tourist e-visa available for 63 nationalities
Budget: SAR 40–250 per person per experience (approximately USD 11–67)
Must-See: AlUla Zipline (fastest in KSA), Raghadan Forest Zipline (Al Baha), Nofa Adventure Park (Riyadh)
Avoid: Visiting lowland zip line parks between June and August — temperatures regularly exceed 45°C and many operators reduce hours or close seasonally
Why Saudi Arabia for Zip Lining?
The Kingdom’s geography is far more varied than the flat desert most visitors imagine. The Hejaz Mountains run along the western coast from Tabuk to Yemen, rising to over 3,000 metres at Jabal Sawda near Abha. The Tuwaiq Escarpment creates dramatic cliff faces near Riyadh. AlUla’s sandstone canyons rival anything in the American Southwest. And the volcanic lava fields of Harrat Rahat near Medina offer landscapes found almost nowhere else on Earth.
This terrain creates natural launching platforms that zip line operators have started to exploit with serious investment. The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) has made adventure tourism a pillar of its Vision 2030 strategy, and the results are tangible: purpose-built adventure hubs, international safety certifications and experiences that compete with the best in the region. If you enjoy outdoor thrills, pair zip lining with paragliding, rock climbing, or canyoning to build a full adventure itinerary.
AlUla Zipline — Saudi Arabia’s Fastest and Longest
The AlUla Zipline is the headline act. Operated from the AlUla Adventure Hub, this dual-line experience sends riders 1.5 kilometres through the air at speeds up to 120 km/h, making it the fastest and longest zip line in the Kingdom. Riders are strapped into a horizontal, face-down harness — the Superman position — providing an unobstructed view of the sandstone canyons, ancient tombs and ochre desert below.
How It Works
After check-in at the Adventure Hub, riders are transported to the launch platform. Staff walk through a full safety briefing and fit each participant with a certified harness and helmet. The ride itself lasts around two minutes, covering the full 1.5 km descent. Two parallel lines allow friends or couples to fly side by side.
Practical Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Price | From SAR 180 per person (approximately USD 48) |
| Operating hours | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (arrive 45 minutes before your slot) |
| Minimum age | 12 years old |
| Weight limit | 40–120 kg |
| Dress code | Closed-toe shoes mandatory; no heels, sandals, loose clothing or jewellery |
| Cancellation | Full refund if cancelled 24 hours in advance |
| Booking | Experience AlUla website, GetYourGuide, Klook, or call +966 920 025 003 |
Tip: Book the earliest morning slot. The light over AlUla’s canyons is warmest and most photogenic before noon, and you avoid the midday heat. If you are visiting AlUla for the first time, combine the zipline with a visit to Hegra (Madain Saleh) and a walk around Elephant Rock — all within easy reach of the Adventure Hub.
AlUla also offers hot air balloon rides and helicopter tours, making the Adventure Hub a natural base for a full day of aerial activities. For a broader look at what the region offers, see our complete AlUla travel guide.
Raghadan Forest Zipline — Al Baha’s Mountain Thrill
Raghadan Forest Park, perched on the green highlands west of Al Baha city, is one of Saudi Arabia’s most scenic natural parks — and home to two zip lines that send riders soaring above juniper-clad slopes with views over the Tihama lowlands far below.
The Two Lines
- Main zipline: 957 metres long with a 12% gradient, reaching speeds up to 45 km/h. Price: SAR 100 per person.
- Short zipline: 249 metres long with a 7% gradient, speeds up to 40 km/h. Price: SAR 50 per person. This line is a good warm-up or option for nervous first-timers.
- Zipline: A cable zip line through crisp mountain air with views over the valley
- Bicycle zipline: A social-media-favourite variant where riders pedal along a suspended cable — more about the view than the speed
- Glass suspension bridge: The longest glass bridge in Taif, for those who prefer to walk above the void
- Giant cliff swing: A pendulum swing over the mountain edge
- Archery: Ground-level target shooting with traditional and compound bows
- Two 250-metre zip lines with sweeping desert views
- 100 high-wire challenges across multiple courses of increasing difficulty
- 16-metre climbing wall
- 13-metre free fall — a controlled drop that simulates a short bungee experience
- Zipline with safety-certified harnesses and trained supervisors
- Rope courses and adventure zone
- Hiking trails through the surrounding desert terrain
- Indoor swimming pool, football field, cinema hall
- Green picnic areas and traditional Andalusian tents
- Closed-toe shoes are mandatory at every zip line in Saudi Arabia. Trainers, hiking boots or running shoes with good grip are ideal. Sandals, flip-flops, heels and open-toe shoes are not permitted.
- Wear fitted, comfortable sportswear. Loose clothing — including loose abayas or thobes — can catch in cables and harness clips. Many operators will ask you to change or secure loose garments before riding.
- Remove all jewellery including watches, necklaces, bracelets and dangling earrings before your ride. Most operators require this at check-in.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses (secured with a strap) are essential, especially for morning rides when you are flying directly into the sun.
- Water: At least one litre per person, especially at desert sites like Nofa and Al Amaaria
- Phone/camera: Most operators allow secured cameras. GoPro chest mounts or wrist straps work well. Ask at check-in whether you can bring a phone.
- Light jacket: Essential at Al Soudah (3,000+ metres) and Al Baha, where temperatures can drop below 15°C even in spring and autumn
- Cash: Some smaller operations (Raghadan Forest, Taif Safari) may not accept card payments. Carry SAR 200–300 in cash as backup.
- Weight and age limits are enforced. Most sites require a minimum weight of 40 kg and a maximum of 100–120 kg. Children under 12 are excluded from most experiences (AlUla and Nofa). Al Amaaria Village is the main exception for younger children.
- Medical fitness: Participants with heart conditions, back problems, recent surgeries or pregnancy should not ride. Some operators require a signed medical declaration.
- Minors need parental consent: Participants under 18 at most sites require a signed waiver from a parent or legal guardian who is present at the venue.
- Altitude sickness: At Al Soudah (3,015 m), some visitors may experience mild altitude effects — headache, shortness of breath, nausea. Stay hydrated and acclimatise for a few hours before undertaking physical activities.
- Heat: At desert sites (Nofa, Al Amaaria, AlUla), summer temperatures can exceed 45°C. The operators adjust their hours accordingly, but dehydration is a real risk. Drink before, during and after your visit.
- Book online in advance for AlUla and Nofa — slots fill up, especially during weekends (Friday–Saturday in Saudi Arabia) and public holidays.
- Walk-ups are fine at Raghadan Forest (Al Baha) and Taif Safari Park, where you buy tickets on-site.
- Weekdays are quieter. If your schedule allows, visit Sunday through Wednesday for shorter queues and a more relaxed experience.
- Check Ramadan schedules. During the holy month, operating hours shift significantly. Some outdoor activities pause entirely during daylight hours. Call ahead.
- Photography: Ask about drone regulations. Flying drones near heritage sites (AlUla) or military zones (common near Abha/Asir) requires permits and can result in confiscation or fines.
- Combine activities: Most zip line sites are near other adventure offerings. AlUla has hot air balloons and helicopter tours. Taif has cable cars. Nofa has its wildlife safari. Building a multi-activity day gives better value and a richer experience.
- Paragliding: Tandem flights are available from launch sites at Al Soudah (Asir), Al Hada (Taif) and in the AlUla region. Flights typically last 15–30 minutes and require no experience.
- Sandboarding: Ride the dunes near Riyadh’s Red Sand or in the Empty Quarter for a different kind of gravity-powered thrill.
- Quad biking and dune bashing: Desert motorsports are available near every major city and combine well with a zip line morning.
- 4×4 off-roading: The terrain around AlUla, Tabuk and the Edge of the World near Riyadh is ideal for off-road exploration.
- Hot air balloons: Sunrise flights over AlUla’s Nabataean landscape and other locations across the Kingdom.
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Practical Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Raghadan Forest Park, approximately 5 km west of Al Baha city centre |
| Opening hours | Daily, 08:00 – midnight (park hours; zipline may close earlier) |
| Ticket purchase | Buy at the landing platform inside the park; a truck transports you to the launch point |
| Other activities | Aerial cycling, high-altitude rope walking, forest hiking trails |
Al Baha is one of the Kingdom’s most underrated destinations. If you are making the trip, spend at least two days to explore the surrounding villages, the marble-clad Thee Ain heritage village, and the honey-producing apiaries for which the region is famous. For a complete overview, read our Al Baha travel guide.
Taif Safari Park — Zip Line and Glass Bridge
Taif, Saudi Arabia’s unofficial summer capital, sits at roughly 1,800 metres elevation in the Hejaz Mountains, offering cooler temperatures and mountain scenery that make outdoor activities far more comfortable than on the plains below. Taif Safari Park, located at As Sayl As Saghir south of Taif city, combines zip lining with a suite of other aerial adventures.
What’s Available
Practical Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Price | From SAR 40 per person (entry including zip line or glass bridge access) |
| Location | As Sayl As Saghir, south of Taif |
| Best season | Year-round, though summer (June–September) is peak season when lowland Saudis escape the heat |
| Combine with | Al Hada Mountain cable car, rose farms, Al Shafa village |
Tip: Taif is only 90 minutes by car from Jeddah via the spectacular Al Hada mountain road, making it an easy day trip. However, the mountain driving is demanding — 60+ hairpin turns — so consider hiring a driver or taking a guided tour. For more on the area, see our guide to Al Shafa and Al Hada.
Nofa Adventure Park — Riyadh’s Desert Aerial Course
For visitors based in Riyadh who want a zip line fix without flying to the mountains, Nofa Adventure Park at Nofa Resorts (a Radisson Collection property) offers a serious aerial ropes course and twin zip lines in the desert south of the capital.
What’s Included
Practical Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Price | SAR 250 per person (tea, coffee and water included) |
| Duration | Approximately 2 hours |
| Operating hours | Sunday – Saturday, 08:00 – 17:00 (last entry 15:00) |
| Age requirement | 16 years and above |
| Weight limit | Maximum 100 kg |
| Capacity | Maximum 20 participants per session |
| Booking | Hala Yalla app or Nofa Resorts website; arrive 30 minutes before your slot |
Tip: Nofa Resorts also operates a wildlife safari park, so you can combine the aerial course with a drive through open-range animal enclosures housing giraffes, zebras and Arabian oryx. It makes for a full day out from Riyadh without venturing too far.
Al Amaaria Village — Riyadh’s Family-Friendly Option
Al Amaaria Village is a 60,000-square-metre recreational resort located 35 kilometres from central Riyadh. It positions itself as the capital’s first combined sports and entertainment facility, and its zip line is designed to accommodate both children and adults — a rarity in Saudi Arabia, where most zip line experiences enforce minimum age limits of 12 or 16.
What’s Included
Practical Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Price | SAR 250 per person without meal; SAR 300 per person with meal (includes all activities) |
| Location | 35 km from Riyadh city centre |
| Best for | Families, groups, corporate outings |
If you are staying in Riyadh and want to combine the zip line with broader sightseeing, consider visiting the Edge of the World on the same trip — the Tuwaiq Escarpment is in the same general direction from the city. Our Riyadh travel guide has a full section on day trips.
Al Soudah — The Highlands Zip Line (Asir Region)
Al Soudah sits at 3,015 metres above sea level near Abha — the highest point in Saudi Arabia — and is one of the greenest, coolest places in the Kingdom. The area already offers zip lining, paragliding and bungee jumping, and is undergoing massive expansion as part of the Soudah Peaks development, a Vision 2030 luxury mountain tourism project.
What to Expect
Current zip line operations at Al Soudah take advantage of the dramatic altitude difference between the mountain ridges and the valleys below. The forested landscape — dense juniper and wild olive — gives the experience a green, almost alpine feel that contrasts sharply with the desert zip lines elsewhere in the Kingdom. Cable car rides across the valley complement the zip line experience.
Practical Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Al Soudah, approximately 20 km from Abha |
| Altitude | Up to 3,015 metres above sea level |
| Best season | Year-round; summer (June–September) is peak when temperatures stay around 15–25°C while the rest of the country swelters |
| Combine with | Paragliding, bungee jumping, hiking in Raydah Nature Reserve, Abha cable car |
Note: The Soudah Peaks development is still under construction and will add significantly more adventure infrastructure when complete. Check locally for the latest operational status of zip line activities, as offerings evolve with the development.
For a complete guide to the region, including accommodation, food and other attractions, see our Abha and Asir travel guide.
Al Hada Mountain Zipline — Taif’s Cliffside Ride
Separate from Taif Safari Park, the zip line at Al Hada Mountain offers a cliffside experience along one of Saudi Arabia’s most dramatic road corridors. Al Hada’s famous zigzag highway — with its 60+ switchbacks climbing from the Mecca lowlands to the Taif plateau — provides a visual backdrop that few zip lines anywhere in the world can match.
Practical Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Booking | Contact directly at +966 591 442 982 |
| Location | Al Hada Mountain area, Taif |
| Combine with | Al Kar Tourist Village (water park, cable car, go-karting), Taif cable car |
Choosing the Right Zip Line for You
With several distinct zip line experiences across the Kingdom, the right choice depends on your priorities — speed, scenery, accessibility or family-friendliness. Here is a side-by-side comparison of the major options:
| Location | Length | Speed | Price (SAR) | Min. Age | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AlUla Zipline | 1,500 m | 120 km/h | From 180 | 12 | Thrill-seekers, photographers |
| Raghadan (Al Baha) — Main | 957 m | 45 km/h | 100 | Check locally | Mountain scenery lovers |
| Raghadan (Al Baha) — Short | 249 m | 40 km/h | 50 | Check locally | First-timers, families |
| Taif Safari Park | Varies | Moderate | From 40 | Check locally | Budget-conscious, day-trippers from Jeddah |
| Nofa Adventure Park (Riyadh) | 250 m x 2 | Moderate | 250 | 16 | Riyadh residents, ropes course fans |
| Al Amaaria Village (Riyadh) | Varies | Gentle | 250–300 | All ages | Families with children |
| Al Soudah (Asir) | Varies | Moderate | Check locally | Check locally | Highland adventure, cool weather |
What to Wear and Bring
Saudi Arabia’s zip line operators are generally consistent in their dress requirements, though specifics vary by site. The following guidelines apply to all locations:
Clothing
What to Bring
Safety and Health Considerations
Zip lining in Saudi Arabia is generally well-regulated, particularly at the professionally operated sites like AlUla and Nofa. However, keep the following in mind:
Best Time to Go Zip Lining in Saudi Arabia
The ideal season depends on where you are heading:
| Location | Best Months | Why |
|---|---|---|
| AlUla | October – March | Desert temperatures are comfortable (15–28°C); AlUla’s cultural season runs concurrently with festivals and events |
| Al Baha / Raghadan | March – May, September – November | Spring and autumn offer the best combination of green landscapes and comfortable temperatures |
| Taif | Year-round (peak: June – September) | Taif’s elevation keeps it cool in summer when it becomes Saudi Arabia’s domestic tourism hotspot |
| Riyadh (Nofa, Al Amaaria) | November – February | Desert winter brings pleasant daytime highs of 20–25°C; summer is brutally hot |
| Al Soudah / Asir | Year-round (peak: June – September) | Highland climate; summer temperatures are around 15–25°C while the rest of the Kingdom bakes |
How to Get to Saudi Arabia’s Zip Line Sites
AlUla
AlUla has its own airport (ULH) with direct flights from Riyadh and Jeddah on Saudia and flynas. Flight time is approximately 90 minutes from either city. The Adventure Hub is a short drive from the town centre, and most hotels offer transfers.
Al Baha
Al Baha Domestic Airport (ABT) has limited service. Most visitors drive from Taif (approximately 200 km, 2.5 hours) or from Jeddah (approximately 400 km, 4.5 hours). The roads are well-maintained but winding through the mountains.
Taif
Taif Regional Airport (TIF) has domestic connections. The more scenic route is driving from Jeddah via the Al Hada mountain road (approximately 170 km, 2 hours). Alternatively, take the highway via Al Sail Al Kabir for a faster but less dramatic approach.
Riyadh Sites
Both Nofa Adventure Park and Al Amaaria Village are within 35–60 km of central Riyadh. A car is essential — public transport does not reach either site. Ride-hailing apps (Uber, Careem) work, but confirm a return pickup time in advance, as coverage thins outside the city.
Al Soudah / Abha
Abha Regional Airport (AHB) has regular flights from Riyadh and Jeddah. Al Soudah is 20 km from Abha city and accessible by rental car or taxi. The road climbs steeply and offers magnificent views.
All visitors to Saudi Arabia need a visa. Citizens of 63 countries can apply for an e-visa online, which is typically processed within minutes. GCC nationals do not need a visa.
Booking Tips and Practical Advice
Coming Soon: Qiddiya and Soudah Peaks
Saudi Arabia’s adventure landscape is evolving rapidly. Two major developments will likely add significant zip line infrastructure:
Qiddiya Entertainment City
Located 45 km southwest of Riyadh, Qiddiya is Saudi Arabia’s mega entertainment, sports and cultural destination. Six Flags Qiddiya City opened on 31 December 2025 with 28 rides, including record-breaking roller coasters. While specific zip line attractions have not been confirmed at the time of writing, the broader Qiddiya masterplan includes adventure sports zones that may feature aerial activities. Aquarabia, the region’s largest water park, opens in April 2026. See our Saudi Arabia theme parks guide for the latest.
Soudah Peaks
This luxury mountain tourism project in the Asir region will transform the Al Soudah area into a year-round resort destination with world-class adventure infrastructure. The masterplan includes mountain zip lines, via ferrata routes, high-altitude hiking trails and paragliding launch sites. Construction is ongoing, with phased openings expected through 2027.
Other Aerial Adventures in Saudi Arabia
If zip lining whets your appetite for airborne thrills, Saudi Arabia offers several related experiences worth exploring: