Doha Desert Safari: Dune Bashing, Sandboarding & Inland Sea

5.0
(84 reviews)
Doha, Qatar

4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the best of Qatar’s desert on an exciting 4–5-hour safari from Doha. Travel by air-conditioned 4x4 to the golden dunes of Sealine, enjoy thrilling dune bashing, try sandboarding, and take a short camel ride before continuing deep into the desert.

The adventure continues to Khor Al Adaid, Qatar’s famous Inland Sea near the Saudi Arabian border, where spectacular sand dunes meet the sea. Stop for photos and, when sea and weather conditions allow, enjoy an optional short swim in the Inland Sea.

Choose the option that suits you best: a budget-friendly shared safari from the meeting point, a shared safari with Doha pickup, or a private safari exclusively for your group.

This half-day experience is ideal for couples, families, solo travelers, cruise passengers, and visitors with limited time who want to experience Qatar’s desert without spending a full day away from Doha.

What's Included

Pickup/drop-off according to the selected option
Bottled water plus tea/coffee
5–10-minute camel ride;
Air-conditioned 4x4 desert vehicle;
Sandboarding equipment
Dune Bashing
Experienced desert safari driver
Khor Al Adaid Inland Sea visit
Optional short swim when conditions permit
-Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

- Private and Normal Shared Safari – Doha Hotel/Airport/Cruise Port Pickup Included.
- Standard Shared Safari – National Museum Metro Meeting Point – No Hotel Pickup
- Grace waiting time: 10 Minutes.
- No refunds are issued for a no-show under any circumstances. If you do not turn up for (or are late for) your pre-arranged tour starting time, you will be considered a No Show and will not be refunded.

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Meeting point
National Museum metro station

For the standard shared tour only, no pickup service. Customers must meet our guide at the National Museum metro station. Our guide will contact you in advance of the tour start time to arrange the service.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Doha

    Begin your adventure from the selected meeting point or pickup location in Doha. Relax in an air-conditioned 4x4 as you travel south toward Mesaieed and the spectacular Sealine desert area.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Sealine Beach

    Arrive at the edge of the desert and enjoy a short 5–10 minute camel ride. Take photos, enjoy tea or coffee, and experience your first views of Qatar's golden desert while the vehicle is prepared for the off-road adventure.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Sealine Beach

    Head deep into the desert for the most exciting part of the safari. Experience thrilling dune bashing with an experienced driver, stop at scenic viewpoints for photographs, and try sandboarding down the soft desert dunes.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Inland Sea Beach

    Continue across the dunes to spectacular Khor Al Adaid, where the desert meets the sea near Qatar's border with Saudi Arabia. Enjoy time for photos and admire the unique landscape. When sea and weather conditions are suitable, guests may enjoy an optional swim of up to approximately 15 minutes.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Doha

    Relax in your air-conditioned 4x4 for the journey back to Doha. Shared meeting-point guests return to the original meeting point, while pickup-option guests are dropped off according to their selected booking option.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • • This experience is not suitable for pregnant travelers or guests with serious back, neck, heart, or other medical conditions that may be affected by dune bashing. • Children under 3 years old cannot participate. • Children must be supervised by a responsible adult during camel riding, sandboarding and swimming activities. • Closed-toe shoes or secure footwear are recommended for sandboarding. • Swimming at the Inland Sea is optional and subject to sea and weather conditions. • There is no lifeguard or changing room at the Inland Sea. Guests wishing to swim should bring swimwear, a towel and dry clothes. • Wet clothing is not permitted inside the vehicle, so please change into dry clothing before continuing the tour. • Swimming time is limited to approximately 15 minutes on shared tours. • Shared 4x4 vehicles accommodate up to 6 passengers per vehicle. Seat selection is not available. • Luggage cannot be carried on shared tours. • Pickup times for shared tours may vary slightly because other guests are collected. • Falcon Tours' insurance covers guests while traveling inside the insured vehicle. Camel riding, sandboarding, swimming and other outside activities are undertaken at the participant's own risk. Travel insurance is recommended. • Tour duration is approximately 4–5 hours and may vary slightly depending on traffic, pickup locations and desert conditions.
  • • Children under 3 years old cannot participate.
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Extreme Sports
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
4WD Tours
Safaris
Ports of Call Tours
Pack Animal Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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