North Qatar Half-Day Tour: Al Zubarah, Purple Island & Mangroves
Why we love it?
The North Qatar Half-Day Tour offers a unique exploration of Al Zubarah, Purple Island, and the mangroves, providing insight into the region's rich history and natural beauty. Lasting 4 hours and 30 minutes, this tour is ideal for travelers interested in cultural heritage and ecological diversity. Participants will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Al Zubarah, known for its archaeological significance, and explore the serene landscapes of Purple Island and the mangroves. The experience includes pickup and drop-off services in an air-conditioned vehicle, guided by an English-speaking tour guide, and provides bottled water and tea for refreshment.
Inclusions
- Pickup /drop off services.
- English speaking tour guide
- Air Conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water and tea
- insurance
Exclusions
- Meals
- Al Zubara fort entrance fees
Itinerary
Step 1
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.
Step 2
Al Thakhira is a town on the coast of the Al Khor municipality in Qatar, about 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) northeast of the city of Al Khor City and 60 kilometres (37 mi) from the capital Doha. It is closely affiliated with Al Khor City, with both having been founded by the Al Muhannadi tribe. Like other coastal settlements in the area, its inhabitants historically relied solely on pearling and fishing for sustenance
Step 3
Al zubara also known as Fort Zubara(h) is a historic Qatari military fortress built under the oversight of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani in 1938.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Dress code: cover your knees and shoulders, regardless of whether you are male or female/ Don’t wear anything see-through.
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Booking Confirmation:
- Once your booking is complete, one of our guides will text you the night before your tour or, if the booking is made on the same day, at least 7 hours before the tour to confirm the details.
- For last-minute bookings made less than 6 hours before the tour, it is mandatory to contact our guide leader, Amir, directly at [ ] to ensure your participation in the tour.
- Doha Hotels: Hotel lobby
- Doha Airport: Exit gate 4, arrival hall
- Doha Port: Cruise ship terminal
- Doha City: From preferred location in Doha city
- If you select the standard shared tour, no pickup service is included. You must meet our guide at the National Museum Metro Station.
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
