Offshore oil platform inspires world-first Adventure Tourism Destination

The masterplan for an adventure tourism destination in the Arabian Gulf has been revealed this week – inspired by Saudi Arabia's long oil and gas history.

THE RIG, a world-first adventure tourism destination to be built on an offshore platform in the Arabian Gulf and as an ambitious and unprecedented vision for tourism, anticipates to redefine the sea sports and leisure experience.

The unique hospitality and adventure experience will span a gross floor area of over 300,000 square metres, located 40km from the coastline, near Al Juraid Island and Berri Oil Field in the Arabian Gulf.

THE RIG will seek to attract over 900,000 annual visitors by 2032, appealing to a wide range of domestic, regional and international audiences, including adrenaline seekers, explorers, balanced holiday makers, and relaxation seekers.

The range of hospitality, leisure, entertainment and accommodation options provided by THE RIG. include three hotels totalling 800 rooms, along with 11 restaurants, an extreme sports and adventure park, a world-class marina, and helipads.

THE RIG will feature a wide variety of water activities, including a diving centre, in addition to an amusement park, splash park, an E-sports centre, an immersive theatre and multi-purpose arena.

THE RIG, one of Public Investment Fund's (PIF) entertainment projects, will be developed by the Oil Park Development Company (OPDC) under the direction of its Chief Executive, Raed N. Bakhrji, who brings more than 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry and a passion for the future of adventure tourism.

The project is in line with PIF's strategy and the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objectives of contributing to the growth of the tourism sector, directly and indirectly contributing to employment opportunities, and diversifying the economy.

Additional information at www.THERIG.sa.