Social media platforms freely function in the country but alas, the internet coverage on the island is limited slow 3G networks in towns and cities —so it may not be worth the frustration of connecting to the internet. You can still check your emails and messages, but otherwise exploring Socotra may be an opportunity to disconnect entirely from the digital world and enjoy the peace and serenity of the place the BBC described as ‘stepping back in time’.

If absolutely necessary, then you can plan to purchase a sim card on the mainland or Dubai.

So how do you fill-in the time that’s usually occupied by your tiktok dance crazes or latest instagram photo dumps? Check out how much activities can be done in one of our tour packages.