Private Overnight Desert Safari, Dune bashing, dinner & Breakfast
4.5
Private Overnight Desert Safari, Dune bashing, dinner & Breakfast
By Qatar International Tour
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Take a break from modern life on an overnight camping trip to the desert outside of Doha. Rather than arranging transfers, meals, and accommodation yourself, a guide takes care of all logistics which leaves you free to enjoy activities such as a camel ride, sand boarding, and stargazing.
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Ages 1-70
Duration: 18h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Relish the tranquility of the desert on an overnight trip
- A guide takes care of all logistics so that you don't have to
- Breakfast and dinner, and bottled water are all included
- Get the inside scoop on local Bedouin culture from a guide
- Pick up and drop off in your location within Doha or Wakra
- Professional Desert safari driver
- Water & softdrinks
- extreme drive / sand dune bashing
- Visit to inland sea / khor al udaid
- Dinner & Breakfast (open buffet)
- Travel Insurance
- Entry/Admission - Sealine Beach
- Entry/Admission - Khor Al Udaid Beach
What's not included- 5 minutes Camel Ride 20 qar
- 30 minutes ATV Bike 250 qar
- Shisha 75 qar
- Everything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- We can pick-up & drop off the guest anywhere inside Doha only. Guest pick up point and contact number should be "MANDATORY" please specify accurately.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Doha Airport, Doha Qatar
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Doha Port, 8H44+CHP, Doha, Qatar
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 25649P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 25649P3
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- Passport548088795550 contributionsFun 5* experienceWe booked a half day jeep desert safari with our group and had a great time! Everything was well-organised and ran smoothly. Special thanks to our driver Jamir - fun and friendly and most importantly, a great driver!Written 14 February 2025
- S9437PU_0 contributionsAmazing Desert Safari Experience!I had an incredible time on the desert safari in Qatar! The experience was both thrilling and safe. Our driver, Jamir, was highly professional, ensuring a smooth and exciting ride through the dunes. The car was clean and well-maintained, and Jamir was attentive and polite throughout the trip. If you’re looking to enjoy the beauty of the desert while getting a bit of an adrenaline rush, I highly recommend this adventure. It’s the perfect combination of fun and safety!Written 14 February 2025
- pablooP7475QQ0 contributionsDunes of Doha, excellent experience!!!Nice tour to the dunes of Doha . Not far from the city (1 hr drive) We came with the family and enjoyed the ride thru the dunes with Mohammad Hussein. Take pics in nice spots and then pass for the camp for a short camel ride. 100% recommended in your visit to Doha!!Written 14 February 2025
- GWAR320 contributionsGREAT TRIP!M Jan was an excellent driver! He took us to the camel races and was a very skilled driver. He raced along side the camels getting us great views, and then took us to the finish line to get a different view. After following another race we went to the starting line and got some great pictures. He also took us to a museum which was amazing. I cannot recommend M Jan enough! Best tour guide and driver I have ever had!Written 14 February 2025
- DocRedfield0 contributionsDifferent desertMuhammad Hussain was great, taking us to new adventures. This desert tour included a nice variety of activities including a side trip to see Pearl Island.Written 13 February 2025
- clarabe130 contributionsGreat Desert in DohaThe guide Mohammed Hussein was excellent. Also the views and the photos. Great experience ! ! I will recommend this to more friends.Written 13 February 2025
- kimberlys3640 contributionsDesert safariWe had a great time with our guide MUHAMMAD HUSSAIN. The desert scenery was gorgeous and the dune buggy exhibition/dune racing was exciting to witness. An all around great time! Thank you Muhammad!!Written 13 February 2025
- robertsC6815SI0 contributionsGreatGreat time with Mohammad Hussain - loved camels, beautiful scenery, great dune buggy ride - lots of fun - beautiful picturesWritten 13 February 2025
- Go521052440010 contributionsBest desert experienceYusuf Mohammed was absolutely amazing as a guide, we would definitely recommend this company for your tour. We did the dune bashing, camel ride and falcon holdingWritten 13 February 2025
- kotechapunit0 contributionsQatar desert safari half day reviewAs a family of 4 adults we had a thrilling exciting and authentic experience on the half day desert safari tour the Toyota jeep was big and comfy just right for the sand dunes ride which is an experience to remember the driver Bilal explained the tour in a friendly and curtious manner. We paid 20 qr extra for a 5 min camel ride and had the sealine camp and sand boarding included. I would recommend morning visit to see the dunes clearly and we went in the Qatar winter Feb as 20 ish degrees which was fine for us overall I recommend !!Written 13 February 2025
- 612laurenzw0 contributionsTop safariThe Safari Tour was amazing. We had a lot of fun and a great time. We took nice pictures. Next time we will do it again. Thank youWritten 12 February 2025
- Duçem Ç0 contributionsa fun and different experienceOur guide, Mr. Rahim, was very caring and kind, I thank him very much. The tour was so much fun. The food was delicious, Safari in Qatar is a completely different experience. The desert and sea views looked amazing.Written 12 February 2025
- Meander7805980 contributionsSIMPLY AMAZINGThis company is amazing. Our Driver, Salman did an awesome job with his driving through from our hotel and inside the desert. Salman amazed us with his clear communication skills, courtesy and knowledge of Doha. Everything went beyond our expectations and my wife and I would use them again.Written 12 February 2025
- jamesnoor0 contributionsDesert tour with Jamie’sWe loved it and our kids enjoyed a lot. Jamir our tour guide/driver was wonderful, humble and very professional. We recommend everyone to go on this tour with Kho Jamir. Thank you 🙏Written 12 February 2025
- U9441UKevat0 contributionsVěry nice exprimceSaleem IT was perfekt, nice and beutuful trip, i know not good english to speak 🤣, I am sorry. Great tour thanks again saleemWritten 12 February 2025
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Chris S
17 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
I went with some friends, we stayed at Al Rahal Camp; we did the Dune Bashing, took lots of photos and rode ATVs, and camels , even held a Falcon, such an amazing time. I would recommend this tour to anyone it was well worth it. We also met a group of people from South Africa and had an amazing time chatting and eating by the fire!
Our Driver Amir was by far the best driver and tour guide I have ever had the experience of working with he was very friendly and polite. I would recommend him to anyone even thinking about taking the trip!!!!
Our Driver Amir was by far the best driver and tour guide I have ever had the experience of working with he was very friendly and polite. I would recommend him to anyone even thinking about taking the trip!!!!
Written 16 March 2024
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Hello, we appreciate your time to make a review.
Glad that you really enjoy the tour.
Hope we can assist you again in the future.
Have a wonderful day.
Written 29 March 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Peejee D
5 contributions
We had an amazing time with our driver and guide, Amr, during our desert excursion. From start to finish, he made us feel welcome and comfortable. Amr is not only incredibly friendly and attentive but also very knowledgeable about the country and the region. He shared fascinating insights along the way, making the trip both fun and educational.
We were traveling with our 5-year-old, who sometimes found the dune bashing a little exciting. Amr handled this perfectly—checking in with us regularly and adjusting the ride to make sure it was enjoyable for everyone. Thanks to his thoughtful approach, we all had a fantastic and memorable experience.
If you’re looking for a professional, caring, and engaging guide, we can’t recommend Amr enough!
We were traveling with our 5-year-old, who sometimes found the dune bashing a little exciting. Amr handled this perfectly—checking in with us regularly and adjusting the ride to make sure it was enjoyable for everyone. Thanks to his thoughtful approach, we all had a fantastic and memorable experience.
If you’re looking for a professional, caring, and engaging guide, we can’t recommend Amr enough!
Written 26 December 2024
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Hi!
We genuinely appreciate the time and effort you dedicated to sharing your feedback. It is truly gratifying to learn that you had a pleasant tour and a positive experience with our team.
Your insightful comments are highly valued, and we eagerly anticipate the chance to assist you again in the future.
Thank you once again, and we wish you a wonderful day.
Written 30 December 2024
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Kelli N
11 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Amazing experience in the desert safari. The driving skills of MUhammad hussain around the sand dunes was great. The camp was really nice with fire, beach chair, shisha smoking tent, camel at the beach made the place very cose and our room was very good with air conditioning. I would really recommend MUhammad hussain. He took wonderful pictures for us in the dunes at the sunset, the water temperature at the beach where the camp is located is so good and warm.
The dinner and breakfast was very good too so I would give a 5 stars for this experience. I think everyone coming to Qatar should not miss this exeperience. It is a must do!!!
The dinner and breakfast was very good too so I would give a 5 stars for this experience. I think everyone coming to Qatar should not miss this exeperience. It is a must do!!!
Written 21 October 2023
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Hello, We appreciate your time to make review.
Glad that you really enjoy the tour.
Hope we can assist you again in the near future.
Have a wonderful day.
Written 24 December 2023
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Sharon H
2 contributions
We had a fantastic time being taken through the sand dunes by our driver Ahmad Jan. His driving skills were incredible and we weren’t nervous at all - even sliding sideways down the dunes - finished off with camel rides and meeting the local falcon. Our stay at the Rahal Camp overnight was also an amazing experience and we finished off the evening with a very enjoyable local BBQ. Highly recommend this experience with Ahmed.
Written 3 September 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to share your review; we genuinely value your feedback. We are delighted to know that you had an enjoyable tour and a positive experience with our team.
Your thoughtful comments are greatly appreciated, and we look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
Once again, thank you, and we wish you a fantastic day!
Written 10 September 2024
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Rohit Birla
11 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
We booked overnight Desert Safari with QIA for 2nd January, we were group of 3 families with kids aging 1.5 yrs - 12 yrs with us and parents of two members.
Right from the booking of the tour till we were dropped to our homes , I can just say one word "Great".
As promised we were given experienced drivers for our pick-up/drop to and from home and desert Safari. Drivers were well mannered and soft spoken, they listened to our requests of not so harsh dune bashing and indeed followed it and gave us an experience of lifetime.
On reaching camp after dune bashing we were given a smiling welcome which assured our stay would be nice , we were provided with neatly cleaned and arranged tent like rooms which had beds and blankets to accommodate around 4 -5 adults easily. Moreover all these tents were well covered to avoid wind/sand flowing in which was our main concern before seeing it as we had small kids and parents with us.
There are many activities for free to use like , volleyball net, soccer table, TT, dart board , basket ball net and many more which kept our young monsters busy all the time. They had few paid stuff like camel riding , Shisha available as well.
The private beach was well cleaned with an awesome view points with tents put in across the sea shore with laying chairs , majlis ( Traditional Arabic sitting arrangement). We enjoyed swimming , sand games.
They have nice toilet/shower facilities and more impressive was a cleaner continually cleaning it to maintain hygiene.
There was campfire all the time and support staff was very supportive in keeping it on all the time we played around it.
On the food aspect, being vegetarians we asked for Some veg Bbq stuff as their menu had no veg stuff, to our surprise they arranged a separate pure veg section in their dining place which was quite impressive, though there was not much in Veg BBQ except grilled onions, tomotoes and chillies... ;) Could have been more better with some more options of food, my suggestion to veg audience is to carry some food stuff with you.
They had live counter providing soft drinks, water, tea , coffee though no diet soft drinks options and really the service was so awesome that they served us till the time we slept (I guess 1 AM).
Morning was way beautiful where in we witnessed beautiful sunrise over the Sea , shades of colors in the beautiful sky and really it was very rejuvenating walking along the beach.
We were served Continental breakfast like bread , butter, jams, salads, cheese, corn flakes with milk, juices and there was a live counter for egg eaters.
We left the place with very warm vibes of energy despite it being cold outside.
Will surely visit the place again soon...
Right from the booking of the tour till we were dropped to our homes , I can just say one word "Great".
As promised we were given experienced drivers for our pick-up/drop to and from home and desert Safari. Drivers were well mannered and soft spoken, they listened to our requests of not so harsh dune bashing and indeed followed it and gave us an experience of lifetime.
On reaching camp after dune bashing we were given a smiling welcome which assured our stay would be nice , we were provided with neatly cleaned and arranged tent like rooms which had beds and blankets to accommodate around 4 -5 adults easily. Moreover all these tents were well covered to avoid wind/sand flowing in which was our main concern before seeing it as we had small kids and parents with us.
There are many activities for free to use like , volleyball net, soccer table, TT, dart board , basket ball net and many more which kept our young monsters busy all the time. They had few paid stuff like camel riding , Shisha available as well.
The private beach was well cleaned with an awesome view points with tents put in across the sea shore with laying chairs , majlis ( Traditional Arabic sitting arrangement). We enjoyed swimming , sand games.
They have nice toilet/shower facilities and more impressive was a cleaner continually cleaning it to maintain hygiene.
There was campfire all the time and support staff was very supportive in keeping it on all the time we played around it.
On the food aspect, being vegetarians we asked for Some veg Bbq stuff as their menu had no veg stuff, to our surprise they arranged a separate pure veg section in their dining place which was quite impressive, though there was not much in Veg BBQ except grilled onions, tomotoes and chillies... ;) Could have been more better with some more options of food, my suggestion to veg audience is to carry some food stuff with you.
They had live counter providing soft drinks, water, tea , coffee though no diet soft drinks options and really the service was so awesome that they served us till the time we slept (I guess 1 AM).
Morning was way beautiful where in we witnessed beautiful sunrise over the Sea , shades of colors in the beautiful sky and really it was very rejuvenating walking along the beach.
We were served Continental breakfast like bread , butter, jams, salads, cheese, corn flakes with milk, juices and there was a live counter for egg eaters.
We left the place with very warm vibes of energy despite it being cold outside.
Will surely visit the place again soon...
Written 3 January 2020
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Dear Rohitbirla,
Thank you very much for taking your time in rating us!
We greatly appreciate your kind words and are extremely happy that you have enjoyed your trip with us. Your comments will be shared with our team, and we are confident they will find this a source of inspiration to keep up the great work.
We look forward to serving you again soon. Hoping to be of service again on your next trip to Qatar.
All the best!
Jheng
Written 1 February 2020
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taylan
Germany1 contribution
We had an unforgettable honeymoon overnight safari in Qatar, thanks to our fantastic guide, Razim! His warm personality and knowledge made the experience truly special. The thrilling dune rides and beautiful desert dinner were highlights. We highly recommend Razim for anyone visiting Qatar—he made our trip memorable and filled with joy! Thank you, Razim!
Written 9 October 2024
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Hi!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review. We're delighted to know that you had a fantastic experience on the tour with us.
Your thoughtful feedback is greatly valued, and we look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
Thanks again, and have an amazing day!
Written 2 December 2024
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Dr. Tulika Mehta Agarwal
2 contributions
Oct 2020
We only did the night camping as we were accompanied by small children and our parents who were senior citizens. The staff at the office was very accommodative and agreed to provide us with an extra tent and vegetarian meals for the family. The staff at the camp was polite and very helpful. We also liked the food that was offered. A good speaker was available for our entertainment, so we were able to enjoy some good music.
It was a relaxed evening under stars and the soothing sound of waves.
The main concerns, however, were that our temperatures were not taken, Eitraz not checked upon arrival. The staff did not wear masks, though they did wear gloves. The AC was leaking or non-functional and the staff struggled to get it back to work, we even had to change our tent for that. Blankets and bedsheets had a strange kind of smell. Doors could not be locked from inside but the staff there fixed them quickly by putting new latches.
Also, the bathroom was not equipped with any soap or shampoo as was assured.
The washrooms are not meant only for the campers and are used even by those who were not camping there. The bath area was very sandy and waterlogged.
However, I was informed that we were the first overnight campers and things were still getting in place. Hope others will not face these issues.
It was a relaxed evening under stars and the soothing sound of waves.
The main concerns, however, were that our temperatures were not taken, Eitraz not checked upon arrival. The staff did not wear masks, though they did wear gloves. The AC was leaking or non-functional and the staff struggled to get it back to work, we even had to change our tent for that. Blankets and bedsheets had a strange kind of smell. Doors could not be locked from inside but the staff there fixed them quickly by putting new latches.
Also, the bathroom was not equipped with any soap or shampoo as was assured.
The washrooms are not meant only for the campers and are used even by those who were not camping there. The bath area was very sandy and waterlogged.
However, I was informed that we were the first overnight campers and things were still getting in place. Hope others will not face these issues.
Written 12 October 2020
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joyousholidays
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Friends
The trip was amazing. DEEP was our guide. The dune bashing, the food (dinner & breakfast), the campfire, the accommodation and the operator were responsible and provided wonderful service. We thoroughly enjoyed this trip and DEEP was fun and excellent guide.
Written 9 February 2024
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Hello, we appreciate your time to make a review.
Glad that you really enjoy the tour.
We hope we can assist you again in the future.
Have a wonderful day.
Written 18 February 2024
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Bineesh A
1 contribution
Apr 2023
Superb and amazing experience. This was our second time. The actual dune bashing experience exceeded expectations. The driver (Mohammed abdulwahab) was skillful and did some wonderful bashings.. we stayed overnight at Al Rahl camp, neat and clean beach, good food and rooms. Toilets are superb clean and tidy
Written 23 April 2023
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Many thanks for your 5-star rating. We are thrilled that you loved our ambiance and service, along with the quality of our cuisine. Our goal is to consistently exceed our guests expectations, and it appears that we succeeded. Thank you for always choosing QIT.
Written 25 April 2023
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Jose l. Cortes
Zurich, Switzerland2 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Lookin for a dessert experience and finding friends! We had the best driver you can find -zainuddin! Fullfilled all wishes! The camp was comfortable and clean...could need some love touch from a womans hand..but the cook more then fullfilled all expectatons...
If you want a day of relax mixed with fun...we strongly recommend this.
If you want a day of relax mixed with fun...we strongly recommend this.
Written 6 February 2024
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Hello, we appreciate your time to make a review.
Glad that you really enjoy the tour.
We hope we can assist you again in the future.
Have a wonderful day.
Written 18 February 2024
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Glenn
Doha, Qatar
I’m interested but curious about whether or not the camp is suitable for stargazing. How dark is the sky at the camp? Is there much light pollution?
Written 12 December 2020
If you are a fan of stargazing, go to Galactic core Bay in Doha. It’s a mesmerizing sight to see. This place is not he best for star gazing as there are too many lights at the camp site also lots of cars with headlights on the dunes.
Written 12 December 2020
hi would love to do a trip like this staying overnight, but can we ditch the dune bashing section of it? Can't do dune bashing due to back problems
Written 4 October 2019
Im sure this is possible if you discuss it with the company ahead of time.. we did the dune bashing portion before we went to the resort for the overnight stay and then they drove as back home through the same area without having to do any of the dune bashing .
Written 4 October 2019
LBJT
Williamstown, Massachusetts
What are the pickup and return times. Will there be an opportunity to ride the camels in the dessert? Sounds like we would be able to do dune cruising, camels, swimming and sand boarding, is that correct?
Written 4 September 2019
Faz muito frio no deserto a noite? É necessário levar casaco?
Written 12 October 2018
Does QIA have vegetarian options in dinner (We do eat eggs), also please advise if this tour is suitable for 4 years old kid.
Written 2 October 2018
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