Taxi to Al Soudah (Abha)
Saudi Arabia's Highest Peak
Book Taxi to Al Soudah (Abha)
Experience the Cool Asir Mountains
Al Soudah is the premier summer destination in KSA, featuring dense juniper forests and temperatures often 15°C cooler than Riyadh. It is the starting point for the famous cable car down to Rijal Almaa heritage village.
Mountain roads can be steep and winding. Our drivers are locals from the Asir region, experienced in safe mountain driving and familiar with the best viewpoints (dams/parks).
Must-Visit Spots
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Al Soudah Park
The main park with cable car station, zip-lines, and camping spots.
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Rijal Almaa
The UNESCO heritage 'Gingerbread Village' at the bottom of the valley.
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High City (Abha)
Nearby attraction with cafes overlooking the mountains.
Travel Reality Check: What to Expect
Expert consensus on travel times and costs based on real pilgrim data
Weather
"It's hot like Riyadh."
No! It can be cold and foggy even in summer. Bring a jacket. Roads can be slippery due to sudden rain.
Ride Apps
"Careem is everywhere."
Careem/Uber work in the city center, but getting a return ride from the top of Al Soudah or Rijal Almaa can be very difficult.
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