Discover Riyadh: Desert & Heritage with Camel Ride

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Take a ride on a camel and enjoy the vast landscapes of the desert as you absorb them.

   20 min

2. Discover the Natural Beauty of Oasis Lake in Riyadh Nestled in the heart of the Najd region, Oasis Lake is a hidden gem that offers a serene and picturesque escape from the bustling city of Riyadh. Explore the Tranquil Oasis: #Witness the breathtaking sunset over the soft golden sand dunes #Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this stunning tourist destination #Enjoy the peaceful ambience and tranquillity of the small, serene lake #Discover the unique and captivating landscape of the Najd region Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a photographer, or simply seeking a moment of tranquility, Oasis Lake is the perfect destination to experience the natural wonders of Saudi Arabia. create lasting memories in this enchanting oasis.

   2 hAdmission included

3. In Shaqra Governorate, the Qasab Salt Flats are the largest salt flats in Najd and one of the largest in Saudi Arabia. They are Saudi Arabia's primary source of salt and have become a popular tourist destination for learning about natural salt extraction. Since the pre-Islamic era, Al-Qasab has been famous for its salt and wheat production; it is located 160 km away from Riyadh and is also famous for its poets. Visit the Al Qasab Salt Flats to witness how raw salt is produced from flat expanses of salt-covered ground. Approximately 200,000 tons of salt are produced there each year, and it is still known throughout the Kingdom for its high-quality salt that is sold in plastic packets.

   1 hAdmission included

4. The collection of the Shaqra Heritage Museum is an important source for researchers and those interested in the sciences of history and archeology, and those interested in the life of the Saudis in the Riyadh region through the various stages of their history, as it includes a large number of copper pots used to make Arabic coffee in particular, in addition to some cooking utensils and tools used in sheep herding, and rugs that distinguish Arabic sessions.

   2 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 25 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Highly recommended

  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A truly enjoyable and well-organized experience from start to finish. Everything was smooth, and the activities were fun and engaging. Many thanks to the team for their excellent service and hospitality. Highly recommended!

  sarah_aMarch 2026via Viator

• 5The heritage city of Shaqra is worth visiting

  Our guide picked us up from the hotel. It took about 40 minutes to reach the camel riding area. We enjoyed the activity and saw how salt is extracted from underground. We watched the sunset in the beautiful city of Shaqra. The weather was slightly rainy and also a bit cold. Our guide was a kind man. Thank you

  حصه اMarch 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5The Shaqra city tour was special

  We set off on a Riyadh landmarks tour, starting with a camel ride. Then we enjoyed a visit to the salt extraction site and watched the sunset in the sandy oasis. Finally, the tour ended in the heritage city of Shaqra, where we visited several museums.” 🐪🌅🏛️

  haya200508March 2026via Viator

• 5I recommend trying it.

  It was a wonderful trip. We started in Al-Qasab, a beautiful place, and then went to Lake Burudan, a very picturesque place. Our last stop was Shaqra, a beautiful area where we tasted Arabic coffee and visited the museum. Our guide was Badr, a 5-star.

  john_wFebruary 2026via Viator

• 5I certify that this review is based on my own experience and is my genuine opinion of this operator/experience, and tha

  It was a truly wonderful tour. The schedule was packed with activities. I highly recommend it. There was a great variety in the itinerary. Thank you, Bader, for the 5-star trip.

  turki_nFebruary 2026via Viator

• 5The tour was beautiful overall.

  We enjoyed our time in Old Shaqra. It is built from mud, stone, and tree trunks. We visited the museums and watched artisans making traditional crafts. It was a special tour.

  _K3070HQFebruary 2026via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Riyadh

• Its from-price is 57% below the median of the 21 day trips we list in Riyadh.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 7 of 21.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Riyadh

Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, rises from the desert plateau of Najd, a city of glass towers, old mud-brick forts and desert escarpments.

Riyadh sits on the Najd plateau in the centre of the Arabian Peninsula, a fast-growing capital of towers and wide highways. The Masmak Fortress, a fort of clay and mud brick, marks the recapture of the city in 1902 by Abdulaziz ibn Saud, who later founded the kingdom, and the Kingdom Centre tower has a sky bridge linking its two prongs. The National Museum tells the story of Arabia from prehistory to the present.

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