AlUla's Most Iconic Rock Formation
Set among dramatic desert landscape and soaring 52 metres into the sky, Elephant Rock is AlUla’s most iconic geological marvel. The instantly recognisable form, with its distinctive trunk and body, was shaped wind and water erosion over the course of millions of years.
Known in Arabic as Jabal AlFil, this monolithic sandstone formation is a wonder to gaze upon at any time of the day, but dusk is particularly magical. As the sun sets, colours dance in the sky and this epic elephant turns a magnificent shade of red. When night falls, the skies come alive with the twinkling of thousands of stars.
Enjoy the spectacle from sunken seating and gather around a roaring fire pit to warm up on cooler desert nights. You'll also find a cafe and a restaurant open for most of the year, offering food and refreshments into the night.
Known in Arabic as Jabal AlFil, this monolithic sandstone formation is a wonder to gaze upon at any time of the day, but dusk is particularly magical. As the sun sets, colours dance in the sky and this epic elephant turns a magnificent shade of red. When night falls, the skies come alive with the twinkling of thousands of stars.
Enjoy the spectacle from sunken seating and gather around a roaring fire pit to warm up on cooler desert nights. You'll also find a cafe and a restaurant open for most of the year, offering food and refreshments into the night.
Visitor Information
- No tickets are necessary; Elephant Rock is free and open to all to enjoy.
- Children are welcome.
- We recommend you wear protective clothing and sun protection if visiting during the daytime. If visiting at night, we recommend bringing a jacket or warm clothing as the desert can be much cooler at night outside of the city.
Hours of Operation
Saturday to Wednesday: 4 pm - 12 am
Thursday and Friday: 2 pm - 12 am
Thursday and Friday: 2 pm - 12 am
Location & Parking
Location: Elephant Rock
Parking: Free parking is available on site.
Parking: Free parking is available on site.
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