Journal
Field notes from the island
Dispatches, guides and reflections from our expeditions across Socotra — for the traveller who wants to arrive already curious.
Nature
Among the Dragon's Blood Trees
An afternoon on the Diksam plateau, where the island's most famous trees gather in their thousands.
March 2026
Travel
Crossing the dunes of Hayf
Where the desert pours down to the sea, and the light at dawn is worth the early start.
February 2026
Guide
Swimming the lagoons of Detwah
A practical look at Socotra's most beloved swim — when to go, what to bring, what to expect.
January 2026
Culture
Evenings in the highlands
On Socotri hospitality, the cadence of village life, and the slow turn of the island's days.
December 2025
Travel
The road to the northern coast
Following the shoreline past fishing villages to the quiet beaches few visitors ever reach.
November 2025
Planning
When to visit Socotra
Reading the seasons — winds, swims and skies — to choose the right window for your expedition.
October 2025