Qeshm

Welcome to the hidden gem of Persian Gulf, Qeshm Island, a free zone area like Kish Island in the south of Iran. As the largest island in the Middle East, it is a fantastic destination with four islands including Hormoz, Hengam, Larak and Naaz Islands.
This stunning island with its tranquil environment offers a wide range of attractions, cultural richness and an exciting journey full of adventures, wonders and beauties. Every visitor will be captivated by its stunning natural beauty. This incredible destination is a perfect option to relax and explore the island’s heritage.
You cannot get enough of watching Qeshm, the island of seven wonders sights and charms with warm hospitality of the locals.
You will get lost in this popular beach destination and its breathtaking sceneries, gorgeous landscapes, historic attractions, a variety of different aquatic activities,

The weather in this island is rather hot and humid in summers, moderate and cool during Spring, Autumn and Winter.

This surprisingly budget-friendly destination is one of the most important trade centers in Iran consisting of many shopping centers and modern malls, offering a wide variety of goods makes a delightful experience of shopping for everyone.
There are numerous souvenir options to buy both from Qeshm old bazaar or modern shopping centers such as traditional crafts such as pottery and weaving.
In addition to many attractions, Qeshm Island also has excellent and tasty local foods and interesting local and modern markets.
Your trip will be more exciting exploring local cuisine and music.

Historical, cultural and ancient monuments, along with the valuable geological heritage, has turned this island into the only geopark in Iran and the Middle East which make it like nowhere else in the world.
Prepare yourself for a great experience of discovering endless extent of unique attractions on your trip to Qeshm.
If you have not yet traveled to Qeshm, do so as soon as possible and enjoy exploring this beautiful coast.

One of the most prominent attractions of this island is “Mangrove Forest”. Also, the world’s longest salt cave called as Namakdan Salt Cave is located on this island.
Chahkouh Canyon, Khorbes Cave, Star Valley of Qeshm, Kase Salkh Village, Shib Daraz Village and Naaz Islands are other natural destinations of Qeshm.

Hormuz Island and Hengam Island are the most well-known islands of Qeshm.

Hormuz Island also known as “Rainbow Island” is a magnificent, magical and the most colorful Island in the world with its vivid colors, breathtaking landscape, and unique red soil.
Enjoy Red Beach and Silver Beach, full of colorful stones, hiking in colorful mountains and experience a wonderful mountain scenery.
The Portuguese castle on Hormuz Island is the first place you should visit. Also, enjoy Colorful valleys, salt caves and beautiful beaches, Spanish Beach, and Saffron Desert, and snowy mountain.
The Valley of Statues (Tandis Valley, Darreh-e Tandis-ha, Darre-e Mojasameha, Valley of Sculptures, Valley of Imagination) and the Valley of Silence are also other stunningly beautiful natural attractions of Hormoz Island, which have beautiful and special shapes and are worth visiting.
The Red Soil mine, another sight-seeing place in Hormuz Island, has one of the best red soils in the world. With the colored soil of Hormoz Island, they have formed a pattern on the coast of this island, which is also considered as a tourist attraction.

During your trip to Hengam Island by boat, dolphins will accompany you, jump out and pose for you.
There are several tourist attractions in Hormuz Island that you must visit. The peaceful Hormuz Island is famous for its crystal clear water called as natural aquarium, friendly dolphins. Enjoy Silver Beach, fishing, fresh seafood, peaceful environment, also kind locals selling snacks handicrafts and local decorative items and handicraft workshops. Definitely it is a must to visit this island.

Qeshm souvenirs and handicrafts

All kinds of fish, shrimps and dates are among the best souvenirs in this area. In addition, Qeshm breads, various local spices, heller cake (a type of sponge cake) and Qeshm Muscat sweets are among the other edible souvenirs of this island. Visitors can also buy decorative items with shells, abalone, coral, snails and sea stones, products made with mats and palm leaves, and local clothes from the city markets.

The most important characteristic of southern cuisine is the use of spicy and aromatic spices and products from the South Sea, and due to the cold nature of fish they serve dates and Rutab along with it. Roasted fish is one of the most popular dishes here. Columba, Ziboon, Mofulak and the famous dish of Hawari Pilou are other foods that you can try on your trip to Qeshm.
Don’t forget to eat Ankas, Pulo Disho and Pudini Kose in Qeshm. Temshi bread is one of the famous local bread. . Papaya, avocado, guada, starfruit and dragon fruit can be mentioned among these fruits. Baking date sweets is also common among Qeshm women. If you have traveled to Qeshm, you must have experienced the hospitality and warmth of the people of this region. The local language of this island is a combination of Persian, Arabic, Hindi and English.

Do not miss Qeshm water activities during your trip including: diving, paragliding, boating, shuttle riding, banana riding, parasailing and flyboarding.