Edge of the World (Jebel Fihrayn)
حافة العالم
A vertical cliff about 300 m high on the Tuwaiq Escarpment, with an endless plain below. Standing at the edge feels like reaching the end of the world.
The Edge of the World lies about 90 km northwest of Riyadh. It is a section of the Tuwaiq Escarpment, which stretches for hundreds of kilometers. Locally it is called Jebel Fihrayn. Here, a flat limestone plateau suddenly breaks off into a vertical cliff about 300 m high. Below lies an endless plain of ancient riverbeds. Legend says this was once the seabed, and shell fossils can still be found in the rocks.
The classic way to visit is to arrive in the late afternoon and hike along the clifftop path for 1 to 2 hours to several projecting rock points. The sunset turns the cliffs golden. Afterward, picnic or camp on the clifftop and stargaze.
Getting there: The final 30 km is unpaved sand and gravel road, so a 4WD vehicle is required. Most people join a half-day tour from Riyadh, costing about 300 to 500 riyals per person. The entrance has a checkpoint, and opening hours depend on the weather and season, so check before setting out.
Tips: There are no guardrails at the cliff edge, so do not get close to it when it is windy. Bring plenty of water and a headlamp. Phone signal is weak.
Opening hours
About 8:00 am–sunset (weather restrictions apply; check on site)
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- Bujairi Terrace
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