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Doha: Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding and Inland Sea Tour

1. Doha: Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding and Inland Sea Tour

Experience the thrill of dune bashing with this day trip from Doha. Ride in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, try sandboarding, and ride a camel. Stay hydrated with unlimited water and soft drinks. Visit the inland sea of Khor al Adaid to catch views of Saudi Arabia over the horizon.  Depart from Doha and journey across the picturesque desert terrain in a 4WD Land Cruiser with a professional guide and driver. Drive south for a stop at the alluring Sealine Beach and click photos of the location while your driver deflates the tires for desert dune bashing. At the beach, enjoy free time to experience a camel ride on the desert sands.   Then, it is time for dune bashing. Feel your adrenaline pumping as the vehicle moves up and down the golden dunes to give you an exhilarating experience. Get to witness a desert storm brewing in the air caused by the vehicle moving at high speed. After dune bashing, enjoy the thrill of sandboarding, another adventurous and popular activity that lets you slide down the dunes while standing with both feet strapped to a board. Once you are done sandboarding, head to the Inland Sea of Khor al Adaid which borders Saudi Arabia. Soak in the beauty of this unique natural wonder before heading back to Doha.

Doha: Desert Safari, Dune Bashing Camel Ride & Sandboarding

2. Doha: Desert Safari, Dune Bashing Camel Ride & Sandboarding

Depart Doha city center in the morning or afternoon and venture out to the surrounding desert for the start of a safari tour. Experience the natural beauty of the area aboard an air-conditioned 4WD Land Cruiser. Get beautiful views of the desert sands and perfect photo opportunities as you drive up and down the dunes. See the famous inland sea on the border between Qatar and Saudi Arabia, and climb onto the back of a camel to experience the desert by the traditional mode of transport and complete your exciting day.

Doha: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket with Audio Guide

3. Doha: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket with Audio Guide

Enjoy the city of Doha at your own pace with our Hop On Hop off Sightseeing Tour. Visit some of the city’s major attractions such as Souq Waqif, Katara Cultural Village, the Pearl Qatar and Museum of Islamic Art. The Hop On Hop Off ticket is valid for 24 hours once the ticket is redeemed with unlimited rides around the city. You can hop on at our main branded bus stops at all major city attractions and at kiosks located at Souq Waqif, Sheraton Park and Katara Cultural Village. When you purchase this tour, you will receive free access to our night tour which is a one-hour relaxing drive around the city where you will see beautiful landmarks. Multi-language audio guides are available on board the vehicles.

Doha: Quad Bike, Sandboarding, Desert Safari, and Camel Ride

4. Doha: Quad Bike, Sandboarding, Desert Safari, and Camel Ride

Are you ready for an adventure unlike any other? Embark on a Quad Bike and Safari Tour with us! Pickup from Doha in an air-conditioned 4x4 car with a professional desert driver awaits you. Enjoy the stunning views of oil refineries and dunes along the way before taking a thrilling 30-minute quad bike ride. Relax at a local camp and go for a camel ride. Get your adrenaline pumping with dune bashing before taking in the glorious views of Khor al Udiad—the inland sea that separates Qatar from Saudi Arabia.

Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding

5. Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding

Explore the desert around Doha on an exhilarating sunset safari. Ride across the dunes in a 4x4 vehicle, glide down the sand on a sandboard, take a relaxing camel ride, and admire a serene sunset over the dunes. Be picked up from your hotel or other selected location in Doha. Drive straight to the desert in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Start off with a thrilling dune bashing session, where your driver over dunes in an electrifying ride. Try sandboarding, another popular desert activity. Strap both your feet to a board and surf along the dunes for some more adrenaline-inducing moments. Afterwards, board a camel for a unique desert experience. Travel to the inland sea of Khor Al Adaid that borders Saudi Arabia. Witness the glow of the sunset as it shines on this area where the sea dovetails with the desert creating a sight that is rare to find. Take as many photos of this amazing scenery as you want, before heading back to your hotel or selected location.

Doha: Desert Safari Dune Bashing and Inland Sea Day Trip

6. Doha: Desert Safari Dune Bashing and Inland Sea Day Trip

Escape the city and explore the beauty of the desert on this day trip with hotel pickup and drop-off in Doha. Be the guests of local Bedouins and get up close and personal with the camels and falcons. Expereince the thrill of riding through the sand dunes in a 4WD Toyota.  Hop aboard a climate-controlled vehicle that picks you up at your doorstep in Doha and be whisked away to the desert. Meet your Bedouin hosts and discover traditional animals like falcons and camels. Ride on a camel for an additional fee.  Blast thorugh the sand dunes in a high-powered 4WD Toyota. Stop to take a photo from the top of a dune. Go all the way to Saudi-Arabia Border where you can stand on the edge of the famed Inland Sea. Return to your accommodation in Doha at the end of your tour. 

Doha: Souq Waqif, Katara, and Pearl-Qatar Island Guided Tour

7. Doha: Souq Waqif, Katara, and Pearl-Qatar Island Guided Tour

Dive into the city of Doha on a guided sightseeing adventure. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off within the city. Stop outside top attractions like the National Museum Of Qatar and the Dhow Harbor. Hop aboard a climate-controlled vehicle that picks you up at your doorstep in Doha and be whisked away. Soak up the sights in Corniche and West Bay on your way to the National Museum Of Qatar. Purchase a ticket for a deep dive into Qatar's rich heritage and culture.  Capture some pictures to share of the traditional wooden boats in Dhow Harbor. Travel to the Souq Waqif, where you can hunt for bargains at the colorful and glitzy shops. Breathe in the spice-scented air before heading to the Katara cultural village.  Stroll through the numerous art galleries, workshop spaces, exhibition areas, and performance arenas in Katara. Explore the Pearl-Qatar, an artificial island spanning nearly four square kilometers. Marvel at postcard-perfect views and majestic skyscrapers before returning to your hotel. 

Doha: Desert Adventure, Dune Bashing Safari and Camel Ride

8. Doha: Desert Adventure, Dune Bashing Safari and Camel Ride

Discover Doha's dessert landscapes on this guided tour in an air-conditioned 4x4 Land Cruiser. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off and try exhilarating activities like sandboarding, camel riding, and dune bashing for a full dessert experience.  Be picked up from your preferred location from the City of Doha for a thrilling desert safari. Drive out of town in a 4x4 air-conditioned land cruiser where you can enjoy the sights while driven across stunning landscape. The tire pressure of your land cruiser would be adjusted to make your off-road drive smooth once you reach the vast desert plains of Doha. Now get ready for the exciting session of dune bashing! Your excitement level will be at its peak as the land cruiser conquers the tallest sand dunes. You are free to try sandboarding, another popular desert sport, once you have thoroughly enjoyed bashing the dunes. Glide across the sand plains with the wooden board provided and become mesmerized at the boundless desert. Now it's time to relax after the day's adventures! You will experience a soothing camel ride to catch up with the best sights of this desert region. Rejuvenate yourself as the camel moves forward at an agile pace. Take epic photos with the backdrop of this beautiful landscape, and cherish you memories for a lifetime. You will be transported to your starting point once the tour services end.

Doha: The Pearl-Qatar Food Tour & Boat Ride

9. Doha: The Pearl-Qatar Food Tour & Boat Ride

Explore the culinary hotspots on the Pearl-Qatar on a food tour and cruise. Discover international cuisines in this multicultural part of Doha with several tastings. Visit 3 different quarters on the island, including Qanat Quartier, Porto Arabia, and Medina Centrale. Prepare your taste buds for a flavorful journey from the picturesque canals of Qanat Quartier to the luxurious marina walk of Porto Arabia to the busy center of Medina Centrale, with plenty of Instagram-worthy photo spots along the way. Starting from Qanat Quartier, enjoy one food stop and take a photo from the top of the Replica Rialto Bridge. Then, take a boat ride to Porto Arabia. Once there, admire the luxury yachts and stop for two more food and drink items. After that, cross to Medina Centrale and walk around the lively center of the Pearl. Make two more food stops before ending your tour with Arabic coffee.

Doha: Private Trip of North Qatar, Zubara Fort, & Mangroves

10. Doha: Private Trip of North Qatar, Zubara Fort, & Mangroves

This special tour will take you to the past of Qatar. From where it all began. The northern part of Qatar, which plays a great role in the country’s rich cultural history. Starting the tour with Al Khor’s harbor, the country's center for pearl diving & fishing in the old times. And old ship repairing and renovating yard. After that you will visit Al-Thakira mangroves. Which is one of the hidden gem of Qatar. Al-Thakhira mangroves forest is among Qatar’s oldest and largest forests. And then you will visit Al Zubara Fort. This 20th century fort is the youngest and most prominent feature of the Al Zubarah Archaeological Site, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A pristine example of a typical Arab fort, its one-meter-thick walls warded off invaders and helped keep rooms cool during the hot summer. Originally built by Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani in 1938 to serve as a Coast Guard station, the Zubara Fort now serves as a museum displaying a varied collection of exhibits and artworks, with a focus on contemporary topical archaeological findings. The fort, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in recognition for its preservation and as a unique example of a formative period, is the perfect place for fans of Middle Eastern history to learn more about military life in Qatar in the 18th and 19th centuries. After all this, you will also be able to see an old traditional Qatari village.

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Very good experience. adnan our driver for very caring with our young daughter. She enjoyed the ride very much. Annan was very knowledgeable and replied to all our various questions. Ride in the d’une was great until sunset for nice pictures. Highly recommended drive

Brilliant experience all round. Throughly enjoyed by both myself and my wife. The tour guide was really great too. Would highly recommend this

We had a good trip with Tahir. It was fun to race through the dunes. He is a good and safe driver

Javid was an amazing guide. Also is a fantastic photographer. The tour exceeded my expectations

It was a very pleasant experience. I enjoyed every minutes.