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North Qatar Tour: History and Nature Gems
4.7
14 Ratings
Al Khor
Explore North Qatar’s hidden gems: Zubara Fort, Jumail Village, and Purple Island. Discover history, culture, and nature in one unforgettable tour.
Explore North Qatar’s hidden gems: Zubara Fort, Jumail Village, and Purple Island. Discover history, culture, and nature in one unforgettable tour.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Al Khor - Al Khor is the second largest city in Qatar. Visitors to Al Khor can explore the old harbor, where traditional wooden boats, still used for fishing, are on display, offering a glimpse into the past.
- Purple Island - Al Khor Island - Situated northeast of Qatar near Al Khor, Purple Island is a serene natural haven celebrated for its…
- Al Khor - Al Khor is the second largest city in Qatar. Visitors to Al Khor can explore the old harbor, where traditional wooden boats, still used for fishing, are on display, offering a glimpse into the past.
- Purple Island - Al Khor Island - Situated northeast of Qatar near Al Khor, Purple Island is a serene natural haven celebrated for its beautiful mangroves, diverse birdlife, and shallow lagoons. Ideal for outdoor lovers, it provides opportunities for kayaking, birdwatching, and tranquil walks amidst picturesque scenery. Historically, it was a hub for ancient dye production, which inspired its distinctive name.
- Al Zubara Fort - Located in the northwest of Qatar, Zubara Fort is a historic desert fort constructed in 1938 by Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani. Initially a military post, it has been converted into a museum that highlights Qatar’s rich cultural heritage. The fort is characterized by its thick walls, unique watchtowers, and a central courtyard, all exemplifying traditional Qatari architecture. Nearby, the UNESCO-listed Al Zubarah Archaeological Site showcases the ruins of an ancient pearling and trading town, making Zubara Fort a must-visit for history enthusiasts.
- Al Jumail - Jumail Village is an abandoned fishing village on Qatar’s northwest coast. Once a bustling community, the village now lies in ruins, offering a window into traditional Qatari life before the country’s rapid modernization. The site features decaying houses, mosques, and other structures, providing a peaceful yet poignant experience for history enthusiasts and photographers interested in exploring Qatar’s past.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable tour of North Qatar, where history, culture, and nature seamlessly blend. Start your adventure at the renowned Zubara Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore Qatar’s history at the ancient Jumail Village. Afterwards, relax at Purple Island, where tranquil mangroves and diverse wildlife provide a serene escape into…
Embark on an unforgettable tour of North Qatar, where history, culture, and nature seamlessly blend. Start your adventure at the renowned Zubara Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore Qatar’s history at the ancient Jumail Village. Afterwards, relax at Purple Island, where tranquil mangroves and diverse wildlife provide a serene escape into nature. Ideal for history lovers and nature enthusiasts, this tour offers a rich and immersive journey through the hidden treasures of northern Qatar.
Location
Al Khor
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(14 Ratings)
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Doreens524
Dec 25, 2025
One day in Qatar - I had a one day tour with Muzzi - he drove me and my mom to all sightseeing spots he could think of. I was surprised in the variety of the impressions - from historic places to beautiful landscapes and last but not least seeing the desert. The camel race area is a must see. Muzzi explained everything and he served as a perfect host throughout the whole day.
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Ivanob785
Dec 10, 2025
Great experiance - Wonderful experience, very positive and interesting driver. Places on a trip are good as well as drive in a car. I recommend it to everyone
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N5561vcpetrap
Dec 10, 2025
Wonderful trip - It was a beautiful experience. The locations are beautiful and very photogenic, not crowded at all, we were almost alone at all the locations. The driver was absolutely amazing and answered all the questions we had. Would absolutely recommend!
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Q6089xwirism
Dec 10, 2025
Fun experience - Loved it, the tour guide was really interesting and it was comfortable ride. Amazing experience. I would recommend it for every one.
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643lana_
Dec 10, 2025
Experience worth repeating - Loved it, good tour guide, it was really fun and its worth going. I would recommend it for everyone who is visiting Qatar and loves nature and loves learning about the culture
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O830himias
Dec 10, 2025
Trip to North Qatar - It was amazing, the tour guide is really interesting he gave us many recomendations and learned some croatian sayings, we explained our history and he explained Qatar’s history, really educational, would reccomend!
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Happiness60022926094
Dec 10, 2025
Great trip and tour guides - Tour guides are really nice, kind and know a lot about Qatar. Trip was very nice, we saw the Mangrove forest, Purple island, abandoned villages and the fortress. I would go again on this trip.
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Mouazzam
Aug 26, 2025
Amazing tour - It was amazing tour. Arum told us about history of Qatar and we visit different places.Mangroves and fort was fascinating sites and we enjoyed the tour
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Michaelhl3429jj
Apr 17, 2025
Great tour in Qatar's north - Our guide Arum picked us up on time in a comfortable vehicle at the hotel in Doha, and then we first went via Al Khor, where we briefly visited an old fishing port, to the mangrove forests in the northwest, where we had the opportunity to explore part of the nature reserve on a wooden jetty. Afterwards we drove further northeast to the fortress of Al Zubara. Here we had ample opportunity to explore the fortress and the interesting museum (was included in the price). Afterwards we stopped at a larger excavation site where an ancient settlement of Qatari pearl divers is gradually being uncovered. Then we went back to Doha.
We would particularly like to praise our great guide Arum, who has a huge historical, social and general knowledge of Qatar and has provided us with information in a polite, unobtrusive and entertaining way - highly recommended!
Overall a nice four-hour tour where you could learn a lot about the country. Not recommended for children, though, because maybe not spectacular enough.
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Steve_s
Aug 25, 2025
Tour operator tried to charge me triple - I had booked this as a solo traveler, but made it part of a shared trip (i.e. other groups could be added to my tour). Nobody else added, so at the last minute the tour operator told me that it would be a private tour and tried to charge me 3x the price. My only other option was to go on a 4-hour shared tour of Doha, which is what I did. That was a decent tour, but not what I signed up for.
Asking for 3x the price just because nobody else signed up wasn't fair--I shouldn't get charged more just because nobody else signed up for the tour, as that's not my fault.
As a result, I never saw this part of Qatar. The substitute 4-hour tour of Doha was the same as what many others offer (and I had already booked another Viator tour of Doha), so I made the best of a bad situation.
If you really want to go on this tour...this may not be your best option.
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