When visiting a new place, the question often is: "What’s there to do here?"

Well, in Jeddah, there is plenty to keep you occupied. Home to Makkah Gate, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this sea-side city boasts a world of experiences to discover, on land and in the sparkling blue sea.

With summer rolling in, now is the perfect time to experience the boho beachy vibes of the city – these are the best, and most fun water based activities to try this summer.

Water Skiing and Wakeboarding at MÖVENPICK Al Nawras Jeddah

To me, there's nothing quite like the feeling of sand seeping through your toes as you make your way towards the sea. As popular water sports, water skiing and wakeboarding can be found at almost every hotel, and located on a private island, Mövenpick Al Nawras Jeddah is one of those offering the chance

to get gliding. A perfect go-to destination for the family, this corniche-side hotel is a day-in, day-out kind of place. I say this because it isn't anything glamorous, but what keeps me going back for more is the ample amount of fun that can be had in the water.

Scuba Diving with Desert Sea Divers

A hobby-turned-passion I recently took up, scuba diving became popular in Jeddah thanks to companies like Desert Sea Divers. You can't go to Jeddah and miss the chance to explore the often calm, sometimes hectic waters of the Red Sea. When diving head-first, the burst of incredible fish and marine life is surreal, making it a five-star experience. And while down under, you may even find shipwrecks if you ask to be taken close enough.

Kitesurfing with Super Kite Day

Kite flying is a thing in Jeddah, but so is kitesurfing, especially during the warmer days. Booking a course at Super Kite Day is one of the best ways to learn how to enjoy this water sport activity the right way. From kitesurfing to kite land-boarding, this company has some of Jeddah’s top trainers, and there’s the additional bonus of joining a community of kite lovers.

Water Sports and Beach Games at Silver Sands Beach

There’s good reason for my emphasis on beach and water sport activities. Silver Sands Beach is quite a way from central Jeddah, but well worth the journey. From paddle ball and volleyball, to snorkelling and jet skiing, this resort is all about soaking up the sun and cooling off in the sea.

Yacht Cruises at the Red Sea Marina

Being on the water at the Red Sea Marina is a hard habit to break in Jeddah. Gearing up and renting out a boat to enjoy snorkelling, dolphin watching, scuba diving, or even just some downtime at sea is a given on most weekends.

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