Doha: Zubara UNESCO Site, Mangroves & Jumail Village
Sharm El Sheikh
Explore North Qatar on a guided transit tour from Doha. Visit Al Zubarah Fort, Purple Island, Al Jumail Village, Al Khor Harbor, and Barzan Towers.
North Qatar Day Tour from Doha: History, Culture, and Nature
This guided tour from Doha suits travelers interested in exploring Qatar’s northern heritage sites, natural reserves, and contemporary art installations.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Al Zubarah Fort and learn about its historical significance
- Explore the abandoned fishing village of Al Jumail with coastal views
- See traditional wooden dhows at Al Khor Harbor
- Enjoy a guided walk through Purple Island and Al Thakira Mangroves
- Optional kayaking in the mangrove channels amid local wildlife
- Visit Barzan Towers, Al Jassasiya Mosque, and Olafur Eliasson’s desert art installation
Description
Start your tour heading north from Doha to Al Zubarah Fort, an 18th-century fortress crucial to Qatar’s pearling and trading heritage. Your guide will provide archaeological and historical insights during the visit.
Next, explore Al Jumail Village, an abandoned fishing settlement that reflects Qatar’s pre-oil era lifestyle. Walk among old stone houses and take in coastal views.
Continue to Al Khor Harbor to see traditional wooden dhows that illustrate the country’s maritime history. Nearby, visit Barzan Towers, once used to monitor coastal activity and protect freshwater sources.
Discover Purple Island and Al Thakira Mangroves, important ecological sites. Enjoy a guided walk through the mangrove ecosystem and learn about local wildlife and environmental conservation. For a more immersive nature experience, opt for kayaking through calm mangrove channels surrounded by birdlife.
Visit the historic Al Jassasiya Mosque, known for its simple and traditional architecture, one of Qatar’s oldest mosques.
End the tour with a visit to Olafur Eliasson’s contemporary installation, “Shadows Travelling on the Sea of the Day,” near Al Zubarah, where geometry, light, and landscape merge in a desert setting.
Your tour includes comfortable air-conditioned transport and expert local guidance. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel or the airport, making it convenient for onward travel.
Includes
- Pick up and drop off
- Guided tour
- Visit to Al Zubarah Fort
- Visit to Al Jumail Village
- Visit to Al Khor Harbor
- Visit to Barzan Towers
- Visit to Purple Island
- Visit to Al Thakira Mangroves
- Visit to Al Jassasiya Mosque
- Visit to Olafur Eliasson’s installation
- Bottled water
- Tea
Excludes
- Food
Important Information
- Comfortable air-conditioned transport provided
- Expert local guide included
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring sun protection and comfortable walking shoes. Booking in the cooler months is recommended to avoid extreme heat.
