Bisha Dakar Stage

Bisha serves as the starting point for the 2025 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia. Located in the southwestern region of the kingdom, this area provides the perfect launch pad for the world's most challenging rally raid. The terrain around Bisha features a mix of rocky paths, gravel tracks, and technical sections that set the tone for the grueling adventure ahead. The prologue and first stages here allow competitors to ease into the Dakar experience before the real challenges begin.

Location: Bisha, SA

Timezone: Asia/Riyadh

Length: 500km

Direction: Point-to-point

Opened: Jan 3, 2025