For a long time, with the ongoing war in Yemen, it was unthinkable to visit the country and the archipelago of Socotra of which the reputation is already well established, was off-limit. With the new flights linking Cairo to Socotra with Yemenia Airlines, it is now possible to visit Socotra. We knew that we just […]

by Andy Khong Hoq Cave (كهف هوق) is a natural cave located near the village of Saqra in north-east Socotra Island, which is part of Yemen. The cave is known for its unique geological features and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Exterior view of Hoq Cave. To reach the cave, visitors must hike along […]

One of the first stops on our tours to Socotra, Delisha beach is simultaneously a tropical paradise, whilst also epitomizing why Socotra gets #TheMostAlienPlaceOnEarth hashtag. And why is Socotra such a haven? Quite simply it has managed to be far enough away to avoid the war. Getting to Delisha Beach From Socotra Airport to Delisha […]

What is it like flying Air Arabia to Socotra, how long does it take, what is the schedule and how do you get tickets? This is the YPT Guide! To read about Socotra Airport click here Air Arabia to Socotra Schedule Technically the schedule has Air Arabia leaving Abu Dhabi every Tuesday and returning every […]

Guided Tours to Kuwait – State of Kuwait Young Pioneers Tour are pleased to offer our 2023 and 2024 Kuwait Tours and Travel packages. Kuwait historically was a part of ancient Mesopotamia, with its strategic location at the Persian Gulf making it a major trading port between Persia and India, with silks, spices and many […]

GUIDED TOURS TO THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA (KSA) Young Pioneer Tours has meticulously created the perfect Saudi Arabian tour packages for 2023 and 2024, all following our ethos of adventure at great prices. The birthplace of Islam with the holiest city Mecca, you often forget what other spectacular sites Saudi Arabia offers – beautifully […]

YPT is pleased to announce that the Pioneer Podcast has returned with the premiere episode of Season 2; Exploring the Island of Socotra, Yemen. The Pioneer Podcast is the official podcast of Young Pioneer Tours, and, in this episode, YPT partner Justin Martell talks with local Socotra travel operator Adnan Alnoby. The two discuss Socotra’s past history and […]

YPT was one of the very first travel companies to open Socotra up for tourism and since then we have been very eager to expand tours to the PDR South Yemen. Join us as you explore the beautiful and historic Hadhramaut province – this part of Yemen much like Socotra has largely been spared by […]

YPT was one of the very first travel companies to open Socotra up for tourism and since then we have been very eager to expand tours to Yemen mainland. Join us as you explore the beautiful and historic Hadhramaut province – this part of Yemen much like Socotra has largely been spared by the Yemeni […]

At Young Pioneer Tours we are regularly hiring tour guides and also dealing with applications from people wishing to guide for us. Yet while this can be a very rewarding job, the romance does not always meet the reality for all people. Here is the YPT Guide to Guiding. YPT Guide to Guiding People often […]