Visit Qatar spotlights scenic spots, outdoor activities

Visit Qatar is spotlighting a variety of scenic spots and exciting outdoor activities, encouraging residents and visitors to explore the natural beauty the country has to offer.

For thrill-seekers, the Sky Masters Sports Club offers visitors the opportunity to see spectacular views of the picturesque Sealine area from high above. Paramotoring, an exhilarating sport combining paragliding with a lightweight motor, promises a unique and unforgettable experience.

Golf enthusiasts can head to Doha Golf Club, an oasis in the heart of the city’s West Bay, and easily accessible by car, taxi, or a short walk from the Lusail metro station. The club offers two golf courses catering to all skill levels.

Visitors can also enjoy walking tracks, sports courts, and exquisite dining at Doha Golf Club, making it a unique destination for leisure and social events.

For those seeking aquatic adventures, a boat trip to Al Aaliya Island offers a haven for snorkeling enthusiasts. Just a half-hour boat ride from central Doha, the island is surrounded by a coral reef teeming with marine life.

The uninhabited island is also ideal for fishing, kitesurfing, and enjoying quality time with family and friends. Visit Qatar underlines the island’s rocky deposits, pristine sands, and resident gulls and flamingos, making it a haven for photographers.

Further north, Bin Ghannam Island, also popularly known as Purple Island, is an alluring destination renowned for its natural beauty and exotic flora and fauna. Located an hour’s drive from Doha near Al Khor, this island is an excellent day trip for the whole family.

Once a centre for the Kassite-controlled purple dye industry, today Purple Island offers kayaking, hiking, and camping opportunities. Visitors can explore the lush mangroves, spot diverse marine life, and enjoy panoramic views from the wooden bridge connecting the island to the mainland.

According to Visit Qatar, visitors are advised to come prepared with their own supplies, shade, and appropriate footwear, and to leave no trace behind.

Qatar residents and visitors can also immerse in the lush greenery of Al Thakira Mangroves, one of Qatar’s most treasured natural sites. A popular activity is kayaking through the waterways of this fascinating ecosystem, home to diverse birdlife, fish, and crustaceans.

Easily accessible by car from Doha, Visit Qatar noted that Al Thakira, also known as Al Dhakira, offers guided tours where visitors can learn about the environmental benefits of mangroves and spot a variety of wildlife, including herons and flamingos. Al Thakira Beach is also a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and picnics, with stunning views of the mangrove forest.