Secrets of Mount Shada: A Journey Through History, Nature, and Legends

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Explore one of the Kingdom's most distinctive mountains on a journey that blends history, nature, and local culture. Wander among caves adorned with inscriptions and drawings thousands of years old, experience the art of harvesting mountain coffee, and trek along ancient trails and through natural caverns to breathtaking views of the mountain villages. In the evening, sit around a fire under the Shada sky and listen to local tales and mountain legends passed down through generations.

Trial period

Full day (6–8 hours)

Detailed program

3:00 PM – Reception and Welcome

* Welcoming guests at the resort.

* Serving coffee and local hospitality.

* A brief description of the program.

3:30 PM – A trip to historical inscriptions and caves

* Visiting the archaeological caves.

* Viewing ancient Thamudic writings and drawings.

* Explaining the history of the region and its cultural importance.

4:30 PM – Coffee Farm Experience

* Visiting mountain coffee farms.

* Understanding the stages of coffee cultivation.

* Experience picking coffee cherries during the harvest season.

* Taste the coffee produced from the mountain.

5:30 PM – Shada Mountain Trail

* Light to moderate hiccups.

Passing through caves and rock formations.

* Stopping at shooting points.

* Access to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the mountain villages.

6:45 PM – Cave Council

* An introductory presentation about:

* History of Jabal Shada.

Geological formations.

Plants and wildlife.

* The cultural heritage of the region.

7:30 PM – Discovering the Mountain's Treasures

* Identifying quartz crystals and some natural stones.

* Explanation of its geological formation.

8:00 PM – Fire and Storytelling Session

* A session around the campfire.

* Local drinks and food.

* Stories about the lives of the mountain's inhabitants in ancient times.

* Stories and legends passed down about Shada.

* Nighttime photoshoot.

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What the price includes

* A local tour guide.

* Accessing websites within the program.

* Mountain hospitality and coffee.

* Basic safety equipment for the track.

* A session of fire and drinks.

* Historical and cultural explanation.

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Points of Excellence (USP)

✅ View inscriptions and drawings that are nearly 4000 years old.

✅ A real experience of picking mountain coffee.

✅ A mountain trail that combines adventure and exploration.

✅ Unique cave council offering a different cultural experience.

✅ Identifying natural stones and crystals.

✅ A story and legend session that cannot be replicated at any other destination.

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Target groups

* International tourists interested in culture.

* Visitors to Al-Ula, Abha and Al-Baha looking for new experiences.

* Hiking and nature enthusiasts.

* Photographers.

Private groups and companies.

* Families (with track level adjustment).

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