Al Areen (Bahrain) and Edge of the World (Saudi Arabia) are often weighed against each other. This comparison uses seasons, activities and access to help you choose.
| Al Areen | Edge of the World | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bahrain | Saudi Arabia |
| Type | Reserve | Mountains |
| Best time | December to February | December to February |
| Suggested stay | 1 days | 1 days |
| Main gateway airport | Bahrain International Airport (BAH) | King Khalid International Airport (RUH) |
| Malaria | None | None |
| Families | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honeymooners | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Photographers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| First-time visitors | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Budget travellers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Luxury travellers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Month by month
| Month | Al Areen | Edge of the World |
|---|---|---|
| January | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| February | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| March | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| April | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| May | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| June | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| July | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| August | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| September | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| October | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| November | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| December | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
How to choose
Choose Al Areen if
- you are travelling in September
- you want game drives and birdwatching
- you hope to see oryx and gazelles
Choose Edge of the World if
- you want hiking, camping, stargazing and camel rides
- you hope to see camels
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Al Areen or Edge of the World?
It depends on when you travel and what you want to see. Al Areen is stronger in September.
When is the best time for each?
Al Areen: December to February. Edge of the World: December to February.
Sources: Wikipedia – Al Areen Wildlife Park · Gulf News – Al Areen Reserve renamed after Sheikh Mohamed · Weather Spark – Manama climate · Visit Saudi – Edge of the World · Arab News – Treading the Edge of the World near Riyadh (2018) · Weather Spark – Riyadh climate
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.