Ticket Price
SAR 30โ50
Duration
~10 min/way
Height
~300m drop
Location
Al Hada, 30km from Taif
Overview: Taif's Cable Car
The Al Hada Cable Car (Taif Gondola) is the most iconic attraction in the Taif region. Located in the Al Hada mountain resort, 30 km from Taif city, the cable car takes passengers on a breathtaking ride over the Al Hada valley โ a deep gorge carved into the Hejaz escarpment.
From the gondola, you experience bird's-eye views of the terraced mountain slopes above and the sheer drop to the valley floor below. On clear days, you can see the Tihama coastal plains stretching toward the Red Sea in the distance.
Tickets, Hours & Practical Info
Adult Ticket (one way)
SAR 30โ40
Adult Ticket (return)
SAR 50โ70
Children (under 5)
Free
Children (5โ12)
SAR 20โ30
Operating Hours (weekdays)
10am โ 9pm
Operating Hours (weekends)
9am โ 11pm
Closure
Closed during strong winds/rain
Booking
On-site only (no online booking)
* Prices approximate. Verify on-site as they are subject to change.
What the Cable Car Experience Is Like
Board at the Upper Station
You board gondolas at the upper Al Hada station. Gondolas hold 4โ6 people and depart every few minutes.
Descend into the Gorge
The gondola descends steeply over the valley โ you look directly down into the gorge far below. Slightly thrilling for those with a fear of heights!
Valley Floor Station
You arrive at the lower station in the valley. There's a small cafรฉ and rest area here. Walk around briefly before the return ride.
Return to the Top
The return ride gives a completely different perspective โ looking up at the mountains as you ascend. Equally spectacular.
Best Time to Ride the Cable Car
Early Morning (9โ11am)
Best
Shortest queues, clearest air, best photography light
Afternoon (2โ5pm)
Good
Comfortable temperatures; moderate crowds on weekdays
Evening (7โ10pm)
Magical
Night views of the illuminated valley are spectacular but queues are longest
Combine with Nearby Attractions
- Adjacent
Al Hada Theme Park
Right next to the cable car station โ easy to combine in one visit
- 0โ2 km
Al Hada Valley Viewpoints
Multiple scenic pullouts on the mountain road near the cable car
- ~10 km
Al Shafa Mountain Village
Continue driving up the mountain after the cable car for even higher views
- On-route
Local Fruit Stands
Roadside vendors selling pomegranates, honey, and rose products
Insider Tips
- ๐กGo on a Tuesday or Wednesday โ significantly fewer crowds than weekends
- ๐กThe cable car closes during high winds and rain โ have a backup plan
- ๐กBring a jacket โ the valley floor is noticeably cooler than the top station
- ๐กSit on the right side of the gondola on the way down for the best valley views
- ๐กPhotography is allowed โ bring a wide-angle lens for the dramatic gorge shots
- ๐กCombine with the Al Hada Theme Park โ one ticket often covers both
Get to the Cable Car Hassle-Free
Book a private Taif taxi and get dropped directly at the Al Hada cable car station โ no navigation, no parking stress.