Where to enjoy outdoor activities in Qatar

With Qatar becoming the top spot for tourism given the upcoming events in the country, there has been more than one option to spend your time here. Along with parks having the options of cycling, you can also have professionals guiding you along the way, and your options will be endless! QL brings to you our favorite outdoor activities in Qatar (the season calls for it after all!)

Desert Safari

You cannot be in Qatar and not include this in one of your top outdoor activities in the country. You get yourself a private 4x4 and enjoy the rugged dune bashing ride on the golden sand of Doha. Depending on the kind of package you choose, you usually stop either for BBQ or tea on this adventure. You can even opt for a half-day safari if you’re short on time. 

To book yourself a Safari, you can contact one of these companies:

Desert Safari - Arabian Adventures Qatar
+974 4436 1461

Qatar Tour Agency
+974 5569 4194

Golden Adventures Qatar
+974 3111 0484

365 Adventures
+974 3339 3323

Qatar International Tours
+974 4455 1141

Diving

Qatari waters have been the ideal spot for divers for as long as we have known. So, whether it is some diving sites at Al Khor, Mesaieed city or you discover the Old Club Reef, your diving options are unlimited. The crystal clear waters with the marine life that the country offers, especially during peak seasons, make this the perfect outdoor activity in Qatar. Most of the sites are accessible with a 4x4 and you’ll be able to easily come across them. However, if you are planning to go scuba diving, you can get in touch with professionals who will help you with classes and gear! A minimum Qr 200 for scuba diving and free of cost basic, shore diving will help you discover Qatar from a divers’ eye!

To book yourself a diving instructior or you need to rent diving gear, you can contact one of these companies:

Qatar Scuba Centre 
+974 6666 2277

Qatar Divers
+974 4431 3331

Poseidon Diving Centre
+974 6608 4040

Alghais Diving Center
+974 3363 2022 

 Pearl Divers W.L.L. غواص اللؤلؤ
+974 4444 9553

Nomadik Hub Dive Center, Qatar
+974 5521 8191 

Doha Sub Aqua Club
+974 6610 8935

Yalla Dive Qatar
+974 7739 4331 

Dunes Dive Center
+974 3366 9693 

Ultimate 360
+974 3339 9462

Doha Divers
+974 5000 1081

GMC reef
+974 5587 5979

Rock Climbing

You’re lucky to be in a country that gives you diverse options for outdoor activities. Several large rock formations on the outskirts of Doha will give you yet another adrenaline-pumping experience like no other. Bir Zekreet, Musufur Sinkhose in Umm Al Shabrum and Zekreet in west-side Qatar will help you build this talent up! With extraordinary rock formations across these locations, you can climb or even go for bouldering! If you want to join a community, Doha Climbers on Facebook may be willing to take you under their wings.

Quad Biking 

When planning your trip to one of the deserts in the country, make sure you add quad biking to your list. An activity suitable for beginners and experienced people, you can buy yourself this unique experience anywhere in the country. 

QL Tip: Sealine beach is the most famous one when it comes to quad biking!

To book yourself a quad bike you can contact one of these companies:

Golden Adventures Qatar
+974 3111 0484

Qatar Inbound Tours
+974 5553 1002

Doha Desert Tours
+974 5553 1002

Inbound Tours Qatar
+974 7745 1196

Doha-Qatar Desert Safari (Falcon Tours)
+974 3144 0129

Qatar International Tours
+974 4455 1141

365 Adventures – Qatar
+974 3339 3323

Jet Skiing

Beaches and water sports go hand in hand – it's the rule of thumb! You can even get yourself jet-skiing safari tours on various spots in Qatar such as the corniche or even the pearl. Apart from that you can rent yourself a jet ski and get going on your own. The diplomatic club and other resorts in the country offer these services and you’ll find yourself spoiled with choices! 

To book yourself an instructor or you need to rent a jet ski, you can contact one of these companies:

Jet Ski Lusail
+974 6661 6042

Qatar Water Sport
+974 3011 1676

ABE’S Gulf Marine Services
+974 5588 1446

Sora Marine Training - Water Sports Centre
+974 3358 6728

Aldar Marine Jet Ski
+974 7441 2129

Expert Marine
+974 6690 0991

Sailing 

Another outdoor activity in Qatar that is popular will be sailing or even simply booking a yacht. You can learn to sail professionally or book yourself a yacht with experienced sailors as you get to party and have the yacht to yourself. Usually, you can rent boats for as low as QR 100 per hour!

If you’re looking for some casual, immediate solution, heading to the corniche and getting yourself a dhow will cost you as low as QR 15. Those colorful dhows are there to provide some of the best 15 minutes trips to the skyline and back!

To book yourself a dhow or yacht or an instructor to teach you sailing, you can contact one of these companies:

Qatar Sails
+974 5557 4455

Doha Yachts
+974 3000 4499

Ragatta
+974 4442 4577

Doha Sailing Club
+974 4443 9840

National Cruise Company 
+974 4444 0076

Qatar International Tours
+974 4455 1141

Arabian Adventures Qatar
+974 4436 1461

Dhows Of Sand Dunes Holidays
+974 5542 8339

Here's wishing you a fabulous perfect season of the country!

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