Wadi Lajab - Jazan Province

Wadi Lajab is a valley situated between two high mountains near Jazan in Saudi Arabia. It lies in between a canyon that is 30 kilometers wide and 5 kilometers long. Some people have also termed Wadi Lajab as ‘heaven in the desert’ because of its beauty.

Landscape 

The steep sides of these mountains are covered by thick moss, which makes it look like a hanging garden. The wadi offers some notable viewpoints as its steep sides are high in some parts and incredibly narrow and deep in others. Perhaps the most unique feature of Wadi Lajab is the fact that it has an abundant and never-ending supply of fresh water. 

Activities

Wadi Lajab is an excellent place for hiking and trekking; the Jazan Tourism Development Council has also approved Wadi Lajab as a tourist site where people can practice rock climbing. The stream in the valley runs at the bottom of the canyon and creates waterfalls where people go to bathe in the freshwater. The waterfalls make up several pools filled with pristine water, which are deep enough for people to swim. In order to make the most of this trip, be sure to wear comfortable shoes as there is a lot of hiking and climbing involved.