Eastern Cape

Eastern Cape

The eastern extremity of Socotra is a narrow isthmus called Ras Erissel, this is the point where the Indian Ocean meets the Arabian Sea. The Cape has been known for centuries for ships to have collided with rocks in its surroundings. This rocky peninsula is fringed by sandy beaches, often covered with fragments of coral and shells, and backdropped by dramatic swells. The way you know it has reached Ras Erissel is that you can see huge whale bones, and in addition, pufferfish spines can be spotted on the shore. At the northeastern tip of Socotra is a small fishing village called Erissel, where you can observe the local fishermen bringing in their catch in the afternoons. Diving is also very popular in the area, and Ras Erissel is one of five amazing dive sites.