WADI HANIFA RIYADH

Running right through the middle of the Najd Plateau, the Wadi Hanifa is one of the most important natural landmarks in Riyadh. The valley cuts across 120 meters of desert rock, and its flourishing greenery makes it stand out against the otherwise dry landscape of the region. Once a sewage disposal repository, the green valley has now transformed into one of the biggest natural reserves in the kingdom.

Take a break from your frenzy vacation itinerary and relish on the intriguing verdant scenery at Wadi hanifa which is a long stretch of dense valley soaring up to 120 metres and is one of the must visit tourist places in Riyadh. This valley is also a popular hiking expedition and attracts a lot of thrill seekers worldwide.

Tourists will cross three massive hustling villages and are advised to be a guest to generosity and enjoy popular Arabic dishes as well. Apart from this, these beauteous stretches are also a popular site for fishing and picnicking excursions.

Wadi hanifah is the best way to enjoy the magnificence of nature’s verdant canopies, abundance of migratory birds and affluent flora and fauna worth exploring on a nature recreational excursion.

• Location - Wadi, Najd region, Riyadh province, Saudi Arabia
• Timings - Open 24 hours

Highlights

• Take a walk or jog across the stunning trails that snake their way around the wetlands
• Take your bike out for a quick ride along the lake area and enjoy an offroading adventure
• Pitch a tent in the green spaces along the Wadi and spend a night under the open stars
• Spend the morning picnicking along the scenic Wadi waterfront
• Admire the many birds that flit across the greenery in the valley