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faq.subtitle Abha
Yes, you need a tourist visa. E-visa available for 63 countries via Visit Saudi website. Valid for 12 months, multiple entries, max 90 days/year.
Generally safe. Be aware of travel advisories near Yemen border. Avoid military areas. Low crime rate but watch belongings in crowded places.
March-May and September-November are ideal. Summer is mild compared to rest of Saudi Arabia. Avoid August monsoon season. Winter (Dec-Feb) offers lower prices.
Cable car from Abha (70 SAR, 20 min) or 20 km drive. Saudi Arabia's highest peak at 3,015m with stunning views and juniper forests.
Modest clothing. Women: cover shoulders and knees. Men: long pants recommended. Bring a jacket for cool evenings - temperatures drop at altitude.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Abha
Book cable car tickets in advance for weekends - gets very crowded with local tourists.
Use Uber or Careem apps for taxis - safer and fixed prices. Avoid street hails.
Try Areeka - traditional Asir dessert made with dates, butter and bread. Local specialty!
Bring a jacket - temperatures drop significantly at night due to altitude (2,200m). Can be 10°C cooler than lowlands.
Visit Rijal Almaa heritage village - UNESCO World Heritage site 45 min away. Stunning stone towers and traditional architecture.
Avoid areas near Yemen border - security advisories in effect. Stick to main tourist zones.
Respect prayer times - shops close 5 times daily for 20-30 min. Plan accordingly.
Reviews
Questions & Answers
Weather
Average temperature by month
Now
17°
17°66%7 м/с
Today
24°17°
24°17°Tomorrow
22°15°
22°15°Fri18°13°
18°13°Sat18°13°
18°13°Sun17°11°
17°11°Mon18°12°
18°12°Tue19°13°
19°13°22°
12°Jan
23°
13°Feb
25°
15°Mar
27°
16°Apr
29°
18°May
32°
20°Jun
30°
19°Jul
29°
19°Aug
29°
18°Sep
26°
15°Oct
24°
13°Nov
22°
11°Dec
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5 ﷼~1.3 $
SAPTCO
SAPTCO buses, ~5 SAR per trip. Limited network, irregular schedule.
location.transport.taxi
13 ﷼~3.5 $
Jeeny
Starting fare 13 SAR, per km 2.70 SAR. Careem and Uber available, app recommended.
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location.transport.bus | 5 ﷼ ~1.3 $ | SAPTCO | SAPTCO buses, ~5 SAR per trip. Limited network, irregular schedule. |
location.transport.taxi | 13 ﷼ ~3.5 $ | Jeeny | Starting fare 13 SAR, per km 2.70 SAR. Careem and Uber available, app recommended. |
Daily Budget
Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
35 - 60 ﷼
~47.5 $
Restaurant dinner
150 - 250 ﷼
~200 $
Breakfast
25 - 40 ﷼
~32.5 $
Drinks
Water 1.5L
2 - 5 ﷼
~3.5 $
Coffee
15 - 25 ﷼
~20.0 $
Street Food
Local dish
15 - 25 ﷼
~20.0 $
Fast Food
Big Mac
25 - 30 ﷼
~27.5 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
3 - 5 ﷼
~4.0 $
Weekly groceries
300 - 500 ﷼
~400 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Guesthouse
150 - 250 ﷼ / night
~200 $
Hotel 2★
150 - 200 ﷼ / night
~175 $
Hotel 3★
250 - 400 ﷼ / night
~325 $
Hotel 4★
400 - 600 ﷼ / night
~500 $
Hotel 5★
700 - 1200 ﷼ / night
~950 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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VisaMastercardMada
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widespread
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Apple PayGoogle PaySTC Pay
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Cards widely accepted. Cash useful for souks and small vendors.
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Saudi Riyal (SAR). ATMs and exchange offices widespread. Fixed rate to USD.
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10%
10% tip appreciated in restaurants but not mandatory. Service charge often included.
What to see
Attractions and points of interest
