Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Given the current instability in Saudi regions close to the Yemeni border, check the pre-
vailing security situation before planning a visit here.
Farasan Coral Resort
( 316 0000;
www.coralhotels.com.sa
;
Janaba Corniche; s/d low season SR440/575, s/d
high season SR600/750; )
offers comfortable rooms, a private beach (where women can
swim), a restaurant, children's play area, ferry booking service and boat trips (SR275 per
hour per boat for up to six people).
Access to Farasan Island is from the mainland town of Jizan with two (free) daily fer-
ries at 7am and 3pm in both directions; the crossing takes one hour and 20 minutes. The
Seaport Authority
( for ferries from Farasan 316 3446, for ferries from Jizan 317 2864; Jizan Port; 6am-6pm)
issues tickets for the two ferries and if you're coming with a car, it's best to reserve two
days in advance.
