North Qatar Tour | Zubara Fort | Purple Island | Mangros Colony
Overview
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There is so much to see of Qatar beyond the city. You'll head out of Doha to see Qatar's history in its Northern areas, starting with a visit to the Al- Khor Harbor, a former rich center for the local pearl and fishing industries. It continues to be a busy port full of fishermen hard at work. Next stop is at Al Thakira is your next stop, and this beautiful expanse of natural greenery, full of mangroves and glorious waterways. It's a lovely paradise in the middle of the desert.You then head to the Zubarah Fort, which is a historic military fort that hold numerous artifacts as well as a site of significance in Qatari culture.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
The pickup service is expected to arrive within 45 minutes of your designated booking time. Our guide will reach out to you to provide information regarding the pickup. The tour will begin at the time of your pickup.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Doha
Pick-up from your selected hotel/ location/Airport
Al Khor
Al Khor is a coastal city in northern Qatar, located 50 kilometers north of the capital, Doha. Considered one of Qatar's largest cities. Al Khor is home to many employees of the oil industry due to its proximity to Qatar's northern oil and natural gas fields and to Ras Laffan Industrial City. It is one of the proposed venues for the Qatar 2022 World Cup.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Pickup points
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Group Tour
Pickup included
Private Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
429 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Depends a lot on the guide
Odyssey55055843248,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Our group (4 people) was picked up from the hotel in the Landcruiser. We had a very young guide who drove us from one point to another. There were no explanations for the individual stages, so he was more rider than tour guide. Also the specified time per stop is not correct, that always includes the arrival. So from 45 min Al Khor stayed 5 minutes, in the fish market, one round, out and on. The Purple Island can be reached with a brisk sprint over the jetty in the planned 15 minutes stop, there, back, further. Fortunately, the Zubara Fort is equipped with many notice boards, so you can make yourself known. The tea or coffee mentioned in the itinerary was cancelled due to Ramadan. Overall, the tour is already very interesting, the contrast between Doha and the hinterland could not be greater.
Nice getaway from the city
149annechristinek,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice tour and getaway from the city. Rizwan was a good driver and caring guide.
Recommend
James G,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very awesome experience. Our host was very friendly and informative. He took us to the mangroves, Purple Island, an abandoned village, a fort and even went off road to show us these sculptures in the middle of the dessert. Very nice of him. Excellent experience.
Careful and helpful guide, dynamic and sufficient stops.
Guilherme P,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was very attentive, the tour eh long but he was super helpful in every detail. At the stops we had enough time to take care of everything.
North Qatar
James V,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My tour guide Saad is really knowledgeable and interesting. He made the tour enjoyable and engaging. I really enjoyed the tour and had fun seeing the north of Qatar.
Great tour
C1762IDmikeh,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you Saad Ahmed for a great tour!
Bad service
Henrik K,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00We were never picked up, the driver's car had broken down. We were told he would be there 2 hours later, when we asked where he was, he wrote that he was on his way. After another 35 minutes of not hearing from him, we cancelled the trip, he never returned. Really bad service. Now we are anxiously waiting to see if Viator will refund our money.
North of Qatar tour
Jet54447362054,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience on this tour, and our guide Saad was outstanding. He was friendly, professional, and extremely knowledgeable, making the entire tour both informative and enjoyable. Saad shared great stories and insights that really brought the places we visited to life, and he made sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged throughout. The tour was well-organized and moved at a perfect pace, never feeling rushed. Saad’s positive energy and attention to detail made a big difference, and it was clear he genuinely cares about providing a great experience. I highly recommend this tour. It was a memorable and enjoyable experience from start to finish.
Qatar the Fort and beyond
F4144BEdianem,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful day! We learned so much about the history and culture of the area from our guide as he drove us to the sites. We visited the pearl diving village reconstruction on the way back. We finished the day at the Qatar history museum and walked to the market. If you only have a day to visit, this should be on your list!
Exceptional North Qatar Tour—Abood Made It Unforgettable
stefanl306,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience on the North Qatar Tour! The itinerary was well-organized, allowing us to explore Al Khor Harbour, Al Zubara Fort, and the beautiful mangroves at Al Thakhira beach. What truly made the trip special was our driver, Abood. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and went out of his way to ensure we were comfortable and informed at every stop. The private, air-conditioned transport and thoughtful touches like bottled water and traditional Tea made everything even better. Highly recommended—especially if you get Abood as your driver!
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