Sheq Al-Reesh is a stunning gorge in the center of the Dana Nature Reserve. It is a 3.1-km circular trail near Busayra, Tafilah. It takes an average of 1 h 7 min to complete. Visitors can hike through extraordinary landscapes (including a siq) and explore small archaeological sites. See juniper and wild pistachio trees, lavender and sage, and natural wells. Though this trail is shorter than some others, it doesn’t fail to deliver in terms of interesting terrain. This is an area of unique limestone rock formations, which you can see from Dana, on the south side of the valley. Specifically, Shaq Al Reesh means ‘crevice of feathers’, which refers to a large geological fissure of the limestone rocks, in which you will find many bird feathers, as it’s a natural habitat for many species in the Nature Reserve. The trail takes you around and among the rocks, and you will be charmed by its unique character.
Dana Biosphere Reserve
