AT THE PEAK OFJABAL DAKA (DHAKA)

The Park viewing point of this mountain is similar to the People’s Park in the Sky, Tagaytay Highlands, in my homeland, the Philippines.

Mountain peaks and ridges are the scenic views seen from the top of Jabal Daka (Mt. Dhaka)

One never gets tired of looking around with all the scenic sights to enjoy

Daka Mountain has the highest peak in the Shafa Mountain range in Makkah province of Saudi Arabia. With an altitude of 2500 – 2900 meters above sea level. With its high altitude, it is no surprise that the wind velocity here ranges from 80 – 100 kph.

In this place, I struggled the most, standing against the wind while shooting. I climbed the stone surface at the viewing point; however, I did not stay long because I was getting blown by the wind.

The struggles you will experience makes the adventure extraordinary, thrilling, exciting, and a memory lasting.

Driving to the viewing point, some portions of the road are by the ravine side and narrow. So, it would be best if you slowed down when meeting another car in the opposite direction.

Meeting another car in the opposite direction needs to slow down.

Stunning spikes of cactus growing along the road

Activities

1. Sightseeing

Accessibility

1. Transportation

- Reachable by all types of car

- Access road is concrete

2. Telecommunication

- Mobile and internet signals are good

Location

1. 11 Km northwest of Shafa Center with 11 minutes travel time

2. 38 km south of Taif City with 37 minutes travel time

Climate & Temperature

1. Moderate during summertime

2. Cold during the Winter season

3. Strong wind velocity most of the time

4. More often covered by fogs

What to Prepare

1. Make sure to have bottled water for your hydration

2. Snacks and other foodstuffs so that you don’t starve on your visits

3. Car good running condition

4. Jackets, sweatshirt, and anything to keep you warm if you are visiting in the winter

season

What to Expect

1. Panoramic sights to see on the way to the park

2. Spikes of cactuses to see by the road side

3. Road slopes to climb

With its stunning location, it is not surprising to find residential houses, lodging and farms atop the mountain.

Getting closer to the viewing area.