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Is Saudi Arabia LGBTQ+ friendly?
In Saudi Arabia, same-sex relationships are illegal, same-sex marriage is banned and there are no legal protections against anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination. Equaldex gives Saudi Arabia an Equality Index of 13 out of 100.
Source: Equaldex, checked 3 October 2026.
Saudi Arabia is one of the most restrictive countries in the world for LGBTQ+ people. Same-sex relations are illegal and can carry the harshest penalties, there is no recognition or protection, and LGBTQ+ expression is not tolerated in public or online.
The country has opened up to tourism quickly, and international hotels in Riyadh, Jeddah and AlUla routinely host two guests sharing a room. If you choose to go, complete discretion is essential: no public affection, no dating apps, nothing posted online that identifies you, and particular care for trans and gender-nonconforming travelers.
We will always talk through the realities first, and plan only with private guides and hotels we trust. For many LGBTQ+ travelers, Jordan offers similar desert landscapes and ancient sites in a more relaxed setting.
Travel Guides in Saudi Arabia
The Law vs Reality: Gay Travel in Dubai
Homosexuality remains illegal in Dubai with severe penalties, yet thousands of LGBTQ+ travellers visit safely each year through discretion and careful planning. There’s even a sizable contingent of LGBTQ+ expats living in Dubai. While UAE law prescribes up to 14 years imprisonment for same-sex activity, enforcement has shifted dramatically since 2015, with no documented arrests of tourists for consensual private behaviour.
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The Law vs Reality: Gay Travel in Turkey
Turkey remains one of the most rewarding destinations in the Mediterranean, with extraordinary hotels, private yachts along the Aegean coast and fascinating layers of history, from Roman to Byzantine to Ottoman and beyond. For LGBTQ+ travellers, however, it is not a destination we would currently describe as completely straightforward. Consensual same-sex sexual activity is legal, and LGBTQ+ travellers continue to visit Istanbul, Bodrum, Cappadocia and Turkey’s major resort areas.
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The Law vs. Reality: Gay Travel in Kenya
From the vast savannas of the Masai Mara to the shores of Lake Nakuru with millions of flamingos, Kenya is an unbeatable safari destination. It can be something of a minefield for LGBTQ+ travellers, with colonial-era laws criminalizing homosexuality with penalties up to 14 years imprisonment. Nonetheless, thousands of gay travellers visit annually through specialised tour operators who navigate this challenging landscape with remarkable success.
ReadPlanning a Trip to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia LGBTQ+ rights
Saudi Arabia is one of the most restrictive countries in the world for LGBTQ+ people. Same-sex relations are illegal and can carry the harshest penalties, there is no recognition or protection, and LGBTQ+ expression is not tolerated in public or online.
The country has opened up to tourism quickly, and international hotels in Riyadh, Jeddah and AlUla routinely host two guests sharing a room. If you choose to go, complete discretion is essential: no public affection, no dating apps, nothing posted online that identifies you, and particular care for trans and gender-nonconforming travelers.
We will always talk through the realities first, and plan only with private guides and hotels we trust. For many LGBTQ+ travelers, Jordan offers similar desert landscapes and ancient sites in a more relaxed setting.
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Frequently asked questions
About Saudi Arabia
Is Saudi Arabia LGBTQ+ friendly?
In Saudi Arabia, same-sex relationships are illegal, same-sex marriage is banned and there are no legal protections against anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination. Equaldex gives Saudi Arabia an Equality Index of 13 out of 100.
When is the best time to visit Saudi Arabia?
November to March is the best time to visit Saudi Arabia, with warm, sunny days (around 20–28°C) for AlUla, Riyadh, Jeddah and the Red Sea coast, and cool desert nights. April and October are hot, and May to September is extremely hot across most of the country, often above 40°C, though the mountains around Abha stay cooler.
Can my trip to Saudi Arabia be tailor-made?
Yes. Everything we plan is tailor-made. Our suggested Saudi Arabia itineraries are starting points: your specialist shapes the route, the hotels, the pace and the length around your dates and preferences.
Travelling with Out Of Office
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specialising in tailor-made holidays and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury holidays, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalised experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with travelling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveller, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalised service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ holidays?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalised itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travellers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
We plant trees for every booking
For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
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Tell us where you would love to go, when you are thinking of travelling and what kind of trip you have in mind. One of our LGBTQ+ travel specialists will create a tailor-made itinerary designed around your destination, style and preferences.
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