The Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority took part in the third edition of the Saudi Tourism Forum, held in Riyadh, where it highlighted the importance of ecotourism and its activation in the Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve and the King Khalid Royal Reserve.

The authority's pavilion saw strong turnout from visitors, tourists and investors, who learned about the unique natural landmarks of the two reserves through interactive screens and digital maps showcasing the distinctive biodiversity and unique geographic terrain.

Highlights of the Authority's Pavilion:

  • Ecotourism experience: the authority showcased its efforts to activate environmental activities in the two reserves in cooperation with licensed tourism service providers.
  • Sustainable environmental products: products extracted from the Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve were displayed, such as spring blossom honey, Najdi acacia honey and sidr honey, reflecting the authority's commitment to environmental sustainability and the quality of local products.

Supporting Sustainable Ecotourism:
The authority gives great attention to developing ecotourism as part of its vision to promote sustainability and protect natural diversity. Through enabling the private sector to invest in this field, the authority seeks to achieve the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which focuses on boosting ecotourism as a means of improving quality of life and diversifying national income sources.

The Reserves as Distinctive Tourism Destinations:

  • Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve (Rawdat Khuraim): known for its biodiversity and stunning natural terrain, and considered one of the most important destinations for ecotourism enthusiasts.
  • King Khalid Royal Reserve: known for its unique terrain and opportunities to explore wildlife.

These efforts show the authority's commitment to promoting ecotourism and making it part of the national tourism scene, by offering an experience that combines natural beauty with environmental sustainability.