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West Coast Tour in Zekreet Peninsula from Qatar
West Coast Tour in Zekreet Peninsula from Qatar
West Coast Tour in Zekreet Peninsula from Qatar
West Coast Tour in Zekreet Peninsula from Qatar
West Coast Tour in Zekreet Peninsula from Qatar

West Coast Tour in Zekreet Peninsula from Qatar

By Desert Rose Tourism
5 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$230 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

The west of Qatar offers captivating and varied geography, with vast stretches of desert showcasing expansive plains, and a tranquil desert environment. Along the western coast, visitors can enjoy stunning coastal scenery with beaches, rocky cliffs, and clear turquoise waters. The Ras Brouq Peninsula in the west is a remote and pristine area, featuring secluded beaches, diverse flora and fauna, and rugged terrain. With its rich history as a trading hub and its diverse landscapes, the west of Qatar offers a captivating destination for exploring the country's heritage and natural beauty. A trip to Qatar isn’t complete without visiting the deserts of western Qatar. You will be delighted by the services we provide you and you will have an opportunity to experience
• Zekreet Peninsula known for its rugged and rocky terrain
• Mushroom Rock formation and coastal cliff
• Richard Serra’s sculpture provides an opportunity to appreciate the fusion of art.
• Camel Racing Track.

Activity location

  • Al Shahaniya Racetrack
    • Ash-Shahaniyah, Qatar

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Al Shahaniya Racetrack
    • Ash-Shahaniyah, Qatar

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West Coast Tour in Zekreet Peninsula from Qatar
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h5h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
AU$229.70 x 1 AdultAU$229.70
Total
Price is AU$229.70

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedCoffee and/or Tea

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Al Shahaniya Racetrack
  • 1h
Professional camel racing began in Qatar in 1972, and the sport centers around the Al Shahaniya. Here, domestic and international tournaments take place every Friday, from October to February, with major events such as HH the Emir’s Main Race held in March and April. Remote-controlled, toddler-sized robot jockeys, clothed in colourful racing silks delight locals and tourists, as they ride the lanky mammals across the sandy track. Racing camels can run at speeds of up to 40 mph in short sprints and may continue at 30 mph for as long as an hour. The operator applies the whip antenna, commands the jockey to pull on the reins, and shouts encouragement to the camel via a built-in speaker. A visit to Al Shahaniya offers a unique opportunity to admire the best groomed and some of the most expensive camels in the world.
Zekreet Rock Formation
  • 1h
Discover the natural beauty of the desert and the arid wilderness at Zekreet. Dominated by unique mushroom-like limestone rock formations, the area has an otherworldly feel. One of Qatar’s most popular locations, the limestone formations appear as an umbrella of white chalk and offer a mountain of Instagram-friendly snaps. Strong winds blowing away softer sedimentary rock exposing harder limestone cliffs have created the jaw-dropping formations.
EAST-WEST / WEST-EAST by Richard Serra
  • 40m
Nestled between limestone rock formations outside Zekreet, just north of Doha, lies Richard Serra’s East-West/West-East installation.  Comprising of four steel plates, each of which is over 14m in height, the installation spans over 1km. It stands in stark contrast to the soft brown hues of the desert surrounding it, and offers a comment on isolation and the passage of time.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAl Shahaniya Racetrack
    • Ash-Shahaniyah, Qatar

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAl Shahaniya Racetrack
    • Ash-Shahaniyah, Qatar

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