Full Day Qatar North and Desert Safari with pickup
Overview
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The ultimate in tours that takes you to the northern and southern part of Qatar which plays a great role in the country’s rich culture and history. Our tour guide will take you on a time travel starting at Al Khor’s harbor, the countrys center for pearl diving & fishing in the old times. Passing through Al Thakira, you will visit the mangroves.
The Zubara Fort – Qatar’s first UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE is well known as an archaeological landscape. Until this day, teams of archaeologists are having on going excavations to develop and maintain its legacy. We then continue tovVisit a traditional Qatari village with houses made of limestone & mud and in while at Al Shamal, you can see Bahrain on clear days.
After this you will be headed to south part where you will enjoy desert safari.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
The mangroves colony is not only a major tourism product for Qatar but an important natural environmental resource for Qatar. It provides a natural habitat and a sanctuary for birds, fish and other animals as well as prevent coastal erosion.
Al Khor
Also spelled Al Khawr means "sea on threesides" in Arabic. Older than Doha but far smaller in size. Al Khor is located an easy 50 kilometres to the north of Doha. It used to be the center of the pearling industry in Qatar but lost its importance after the introduction of cultured pearls. It now boasts a scenic harbour where you can find traditional fishing dhows, a corniche leading to mangrove colonies and a museum showcasing the fishing, pearling and dhow building industries.
Options
Full Day Qatar North and Desert Safari with pickup
Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative, great and individual tour
Michael K,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Abdullah did the tour with us and another couple. The hotel pickup was super punctual. After that we started straight north. After a short karaoke tea break we continued to the sights. In addition to the planned activities, Abdullah has visited other attractive locations. Just a great day.
Nice experience
GoPlaces64882010193,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We are glad we did this tour to the north and west as we saw so many historical and cultural sites that we would not have otherwise visited.
Good tour
nadiarF3458OL,
May 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Abdul Rehman was very nice friendly and informative. I would recommend him for this tour. Careful driver and knew the history.
Execellent tour
Extraordinary621040,
May 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Execellent city tour with Abdul Rehman, he was very knowledgeable about all history, places , it was very educational and patient
We had a blast on our tour!
Beazie,
Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Abdul Rehman was an excellent tour guide and driver. We had a very enjoyable trip visiting sites in Northern Qatar and ended our tour hilariously riding camels and Sand Bashing. It was rip- roaring fun!
West and south
volhaa2024,
Feb 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00That was an amazing day thanks to this excursion. A great opportunity to see the country, landscapes and enjoy the ride. Desert, sea, history and art, all in one. Big thanks to our guide Ali for a wonderful and beautiful day!
Awesome tour
261stanh,
Feb 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was amazing! Our tour guide Salman was very helpful and friendly. Thanks for a great trip and we hope to be back soon!
Awesome adventure
Quest62199496265,
Jan 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour of western Qatar 🇶🇦. Saw camels , cool rock formations and the Arabian Sea. Nazer was a great host !!
Sand and Waves
Escape21911643157,
Dec 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Khalil was an amazing tour guide. He stopped at great locations for pictures and gave us info about the regions as we drove by them. Would highly recommend.
Great experience khalil
858katherinc,
Dec 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Khalil was very nice and friendly… he was very helpful and patient … thanks for the amazing experience
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