North Qatar Tour Zubara Fort, Purple Island and Mangroves Colony
Overview
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4 hours
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Discover the rich heritage and natural beauty of northern Qatar. Begin your journey at the UNESCO-listed Al Zubara Fort, a historic site that offers a glimpse into the country's past. Then, venture to Al Thakhira Beach, where you can observe the thriving mangrove ecosystem teeming with local wildlife.
Continue your adventure by driving to Al Ruwais, the northernmost point of Qatar. Here, take in breathtaking sea views stretching toward Bahrain and learn about traditional Qatari life and culture before the oil era.
Visit the historic Al Khor Harbor, once a bustling center for pearl diving and fishing. Explore the Al Thakhira Mangroves, a serene haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers.
Step back in time at a traditional Qatari village, where houses made of limestone and mud showcase the architecture of a bygone era. Don’t miss Al Shamal, marking the northern tip of Qatar and offering a unique perspective on the country's heritage and geography.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Doha
pickup and transfer to al khor
Purple Island - Al Khor Island
Stop at the Purple Island, also known as Jazirat bin Ghanim, about an hour's drive from Doha. It is a small island, connected to the mainland by a narrow path that is broken at different points to allow water to flow towards the mangrove forest.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
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North Qatar Tour Zubara Fort, Purple Island and Mangroves Colony
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Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Qatar Tour
kevinvM6696HH,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Its a must visit, glad I was able to experience this ! It will leave you breathless, with how much beauty Qatar has to offer! Host is very knowledgeable and I learned alot . I will take my friends and family on this tour again! Worth it .
So interesting
karimam238,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visit is very interesting, and Saeed is a very knowledgeable guide who truly loves what he does and teaches us a lot. I loved Al Zubarah Fort.
North quatar tour
NorthStar08355013957,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Akhtar was very nice during this tour giving us all of information about Qatar history..we visited several place like the mangrove, fort and abandoned village
Wonderful north journey
L3397WArichardm,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Mr Akhtar is very friendly, knowledgeable n attentive to our needs. Day started off with hot coffee n tea,which we didn't expect. His service is highly recommended.
Excellent, go for it if you are planning a quick city tour
meenaz08,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a good tour, Akhtar shared the history of Qatar and patiently answered our queries, I enjoyed this 4 hour tour. We visited purple island, heritage village and the Doha fort.
An unforgettable excursion to Qatar
Go40384310558,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely incredible excursion to Qatar! The landscapes are breathtaking, between the golden dunes of the desert, the beautiful blue sea and the unique panoramas not seen anywhere else. Every moment was magical, especially the sunset in the desert, an unforgettable memory. The organization was perfect and the experience very exotic. I highly recommend this excursion to anyone who wants to discover the authentic beauty of Qatar. Thank you very much to saeedakhtar for this visit!
🔝 Experiences of Northern Qatar 🇶🇦
Gustavo Adolfo C,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A beautiful experience with our guide Akhtar; which allowed us to learn more about Qatar, its culture and origins. I recommend it 👍🏽🔝
Nice guide and very pleasant experience
841geethas,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was as expected and guide took us to the all the places listed and also provided lot of information during the tour ..
A nice time
O7732YMsusanned,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a nice trip of history. The guide explan a lot of facts very interesting. He told about the first inhabitants of Qatar. Thanks Akhtar
North of Qatar - Family Visit
229raniaa,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience exploring the north of Qatar with Saeed. It’s not often that visitors venture to Al Zubara Fort, Purple Island, and Al Jumail Village, but after going ourselves, we highly recommend it to anyone visiting Doha. Saeed made the experience even more enjoyable with his warm hospitality and the abundance of information he shared about the beautiful country of Qatar.
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