Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve launches Rabda as new sustainable hunting destination
Rabda Reserve unveiled as a new sustainable hunting destination by the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve Development Authority at Katara International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition.
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AIThe Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve Development Authority has announced the launch of Rabda Reserve as a new destination for sustainable hunting within the reserve, during its participation in the Katara International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition, Suhail 2026.
Rabda offers an experience that combines regulated hunting, camping, and stargazing, inspired by traditional hunting practices. This expands the range of tourism and environmental experiences available to visitors and hunting enthusiasts.
The reserve covers more than 7,100 square kilometers, stretching from Louqa village in the north, Qaisumat Fayhan in the east, the Al-Owaigila–Al-Hayaniya road in the west, to Jiblah village in the south. Its terrain includes plains, sand dunes, floodplains, valleys, and ravines.
Rabda is divided into two main areas, which can be booked separately or as a whole. Accommodation is based on camping, with visitors bringing their own tents and equipment. The experience starts from 14 days, with the option to add other services according to visitor needs and the nature of their stay.
The authority aims to link the tourism experience with the preservation of natural resources by regulating hunting and protecting wildlife and vegetation. It also provides opportunities for local community participation in various services related to the experience, enhancing the economic impact of tourism activities.
Rabda Reserve joins Al-Shamal Reserve as part of the sustainable hunting experiences offered by the authority. Both destinations are included in the "Winter of Darb Zubaydah" season, which begins on November 1, 2026, and also features a shooting range, eco-camps, and several historical and heritage sites.
Through these destinations, the authority seeks to broaden the scope of tourism experiences within the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve, leveraging the site's natural and historical assets and enhancing its appeal for eco and heritage tourism in the Kingdom.