WNAM REPORT: The Kingdom’s National Center for Wildlife has launched new ecotourism projects, including safari destinations and birdwatching areas, to expand sustainable tourism tied to biodiversity and conservation, the Agency reported recently.
The NCW’s initiatives include the development of safari experiences in Taif and Thadiq, bird sanctuaries in several reserves and national parks, and designated birdwatching sites in the Farasan Islands Reserve and other locations across the Kingdom.
The projects are part of broader efforts to position Saudi Arabia as a global destination for wildlife and nature-based tourism while promoting environmental awareness and the sustainable use of natural resources.
Officials said the initiatives are designed to allow visitors to experience native wildlife in natural habitats through tourism models that combine conservation with outdoor recreation and environmental education.
The NCW said the projects would support species and habitat protection while helping transform environmentally significant areas into sustainable tourism destinations that contribute to the national economy.
Saudi Arabia has accelerated environmental and conservation programs in recent years through large-scale habitat restoration, wildlife reintroduction initiatives and the expansion of protected areas under the Kingdom’s broader sustainability agenda.
The Farasan Islands Reserve, one of the Kingdom’s most prominent biodiversity sites in the Red Sea, is known for its marine ecosystems, migratory birds and wildlife including the endangered Arabian gazelle, making it a key destination for ecotourism and conservation research.
