Saudi Arabia is a travel country that Island Escapes plans for couples and families, with a focus on seclusion and privacy. As a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, Island Escapes also organises long transfers to remote islands. The planner starts the island planning, and on a video call you clarify the details.
Updated: 3 August 2026.
Overview
Hundreds of unspoilt islands off the coast of the Red Sea: that is the promise of a new coastal project in the north-west of Saudi Arabia. The water is clear, the reefs are largely intact, and sandbanks emerge between islands that can only be reached by boat or seaplane. For couples this creates a new form of retreat, with stillness, starry skies and desert directly behind the sea. From October to April temperatures are bearable, in summer it gets very hot.
Families benefit from the proximity of calm lagoons and from snorkelling spots where children watch fish. Arabic is spoken, in hotels also English. What counts for planning: entry is via an eVisa or visa on arrival, which you should check with the FDFA (EDA) before booking. The flight time is about 6 hrs.
Outside the resorts conservative clothing applies, with shoulders and knees covered, and cards are accepted in hotels and larger restaurants. You clarify with Island Escapes in a video call how such a stay fits your travel dates.
Regions
Places in the catalogue: Red Sea Global.
Top destinations
Explore these destinations in Saudi Arabia from our selection.
Accommodation in the catalogue
Nujuma A Ritz Carlton Reserve, Accommodation
Shebara Hotel, Accommodation
Six Senses Southern Dunes, Accommodation
St Regis Red Sea Resort, Accommodation
| Accommodation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nujuma A Ritz Carlton Reserve | 4.6 |
| Shebara Hotel | 4.3 |
| Six Senses Southern Dunes | 4.7 |
| St Regis Red Sea Resort | 4.1 |
Frequently asked questions
What sets Island Escapes apart?
Island Escapes plans island trips with a focus on seclusion and privacy. We plan Saudi Arabia by video call according to your wishes for calm and accessibility.
Who is an island trip to Saudi Arabia suited to?
Couples and families who look for calm and privacy and prefer a trip with few changes and plenty of time on the beach and in the water.
Which accommodations are listed for Saudi Arabia in the catalogue?
The catalogue lists houses such as Nujuma A Ritz Carlton Reserve, Shebara Hotel and Six Senses Southern Dunes for Saudi Arabia, and Island Escapes asks about the journey by boat or seaplane.
Which destinations in Saudi Arabia work well together?
A second island like Red Sea Global combines with Saudi Arabia if the crossing stays short.
Can I adapt the trip?
Yes. We tailor duration, accommodation, travel and pace to your wishes. On a video call, we discuss how secluded you want to travel and which excursions you would like.
How much does a trip to Saudi Arabia cost?
The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.
How does the consultation work?
The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.
How do I start planning?
You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.
Plan your trip
Tell us in the planner how secluded your island should be.
Fill in the planner. You will get a reply by video call within one working day.
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Next steps
How to take Saudi Arabia further.
Advice is given by video call, and you choose the appointment in the planner.
Sources and last update
Sources: Travel information from the Swiss Vibes catalogue.
Data as of: 3 August 2026.
Updated: 3 August 2026.