The Whale Sharks of Qatar Tour 2023

Events Details

The only way to get up and close to these majestic creatures is in Qatar, home to one of the largest Whale Shark congregations on Earth. A natural global phenomenon not to be missed.

This once-in-a-lifetime experience is brought to you exclusively by Discover Qatar. Experience it all by adventurous Daily Explorer, or luxury Private Charter.

The Whale Sharks of Qatar tours are now available for early booking in 2023 for sailings between 18 May to 31 August 2023.

Discover the Whale Sharks of Qatar: Daily Explorer

Join an adventurous and educational one-day Whale Shark voyage aboard a high speed catamaran.

• Schedule - 18 May to 31 August 2023
• Time: 6 am – 2 pm
• Frequency: Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday | Duration: 8 hours
• Child pricing: Children under the age of 12 receive a discount of 50%

Itinerary:

• 6 am - All guests are to meet at Al Ruwais Port, to prepare for boarding. Once onboard the catamaran, guests will receive a captain's welcome and an overview of the facilities before breakfast is served.
• 8:15 am- Whale Sharks experience including expert presentation followed by Whale Shark viewing.
• 11:30 am- Commence return to the disembarkation point, with a Sandwich buffet lunch on board.
• 2: 30 pm - Guest disembarkation at Al Ruwais Port.
• Times are approximate and subject to change.

Discover the Whale Sharks of Qatar: Private Charter

Witness the largest fish in the sea in absolute luxury by chartering your own private vessel.

• Tour Time: 05:00 – 16:00
• Frequency: On Request | Duration: 11 hours
• 2023 Schedule: 18 May to 31 August
• Price: QAR 118,300 per charter (USD 32,500)

Bookings for Private Charter are on a Request Only basis. Please complete this form and an agent will contact you to confirm in the next 24 hours.

Itinerary:

• 5 am - Collection from your hotel or residence and drive to Fuwairit Kite Beach Resort.
• 6:30 am - Board the yacht to a Captain's Welcome and overview of the yacht and its facilities before breakfast is served.
• 8:15 am - Whale Sharks experience including an expert presentation followed by Whale Shark viewing.
• 11:30 am - Commence return to the disembarkation point, with a 3-course lunch on-board.
• 2:15 am - Guest disembarkation at the Fuwairit Kite Beach Resort and transfer back to Doha with a drop off at your hotel or residence by 4 pm.
• Times are approximate and subject to change.
  

Don’t miss out on the chance to meet these gentle giants. Book the tour now to guarantee your place! For more details, please visit Discover Qatar's website.

Source and image credit: Discover Qatar