QATAR · AL SHAHANIYA CAMEL RACE TRACK
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Here are the 15 best al shahaniya camel race track visits in Qatar, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is at the top on merit; the rest are closer behind than the order suggests.
A 4-hour West Coast Qatar tour from Doha to Zekreet ruins, Richard Serra desert sculptures, and the Al Shahaniya camel racetrack.
“Incredible tour with my guide Rehan. He is very knowledgeable about the Qatar history and culture. He answers me all questions very politely also a good photographer. Highly recommended”
Private camel race tour in Doha at Al Shahaniya, with guide, track-side driving, photos, and Golden Sword season context. 4 hours.
“We had SO much fun during the camel race and tour!! Abdul Aziz was an amazing guide, he was so funny and kind - I will absolutely be booking again in the winter when the races resume, and look forward to booking other excursions in the meantime. 10/10, definitely book this tour!”
West Qatar in 3 to 4 hours: Al Shahaniya camel racing track, Zekreet Fort ruins, and Richard Serra’s steel in the desert.
“Hamood was a great guide. He knows much about the culture and history. He is kind and friendly, and took great pictures.”
A 4-hour Doha desert tour to Ras Brouq, Zekreet Mushroom Rock, UNESCO ruins, and the Richard Serra sculpture, with AC pickup.
“I consider this tour a wonderful and truly memorable experience. My guide, Zubair, made sure I felt comfortable and welcomed throughout, and he shared many interesting facts about Qatar and Doha. He patiently answered all of my questions and never made me feel awkward, even though my English isn’t perfect. I really appreciated his kindness and the fact that he didn’t mind my limited vocabulary. During the tour, he treated me to a traditional Qatari tea with caramel and saffron, which I had never tried before — such a special touch! He gave me as much time as I needed at each attraction, without rushing, and even suggested many great…”
Half day West of Qatar tour with Richard Serra’s steel sculpture, camel racing, mushroom rock formations, and Zekreet fort ruins.
“La guida Noor è stata bravissima, molto preparato ci ha dato moltissime informazioni e ci ha raccontato moltissimi aneddoti non solo riguardo i luoghi che avremmo visitato anche anche informazioni generali sul Qatar. Il servizio è stato eccellente. Un po’ alto il prezzo in quanto in effetti i punti di interesse visitati sono comunque pochi e rapidi da vedere.”
West Doha safari with pickup: camel racing at Al Shahaniya, limestone Mushroom Hills at Zekreet Beach, and Richard Serra’s desert steel sculpture.
“Great experience with our fantastic guide Noor. Very beautiful place, Noor is nice, smart and he gave us a lot of information”
4-hour Doha tour pairing Sheikh Faisal Museum with a camel race track show, then ending at the royal Equestrian Club.
“Viator is ordinarily great, but they really let us down on this one. I arranged for the tour months in advance and got confirmation of payment a few days before the trip, but no one ever showed up or made contact. I had to make a long diRead more”
Doha half-day tour combining the Al-Shahaniya camel track, Zekreet Mushroom Rock, and Richard Serra’s East-West/West-East in the desert.
“Junaid was truly the best guide we could have asked for! Our trip to the west of Qatar was an unforgettable experience, and much of that is thanks to him. From the moment we started our journey, Junaid's passion for the region was evident. He shared fascinating stories and insights about the culture, history, and natural beauty of the area, which really enriched our understanding of what we were seeing. One of the highlights was visiting the stunning landscapes and unique geological formations that the west of Qatar has to offer. Junaid knew all the best spots for breathtaking views and took the time to ensure we captured the perfect…”
Doha combo of camel race track atmosphere and Sheikh Faisal Museum, with hotel pickup, A/C ride, and museum entry included in 4 hours.
“The most interesting part of the tour was the museum. Our tour guide was great. We saw the race track but no Camels racing cause it’s too hot. Think they should take this part off during the hotter months and replace it with something else.”
Private 4-hour Doha tour to Al-Sahaniya camel training, Zekreet UNESCO reserve, and Richard Serra sculpture, with pickup and coffee.
“We really enjoyed seeing the camel training facility. Be aware that you will not see racing but the training is very unique and interesting. Our guide was very informative, Sajid. We went to the desert and saw very interesting sculptures.”
Half-day 4WD tour from Doha to Fort Zekreet, camel track photos, Umbrella Rock, and Richard Serra desert sculptures, with pickup.
“We had an amazing experience exploring the best of West Qatar with our guide Anwar. Visiting the Richard Serra sculptures, the beautiful rock formations, and the camel race track was truly unforgettable. Anwar was very friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole trip enjoyable and well organized. We highly recommend Gulf Desert Rose — the staff are very friendly and everything was perfectly arranged. A great company for discovering Qatar’s desert highlights! 🌵🐪✨”
Private West Coast tour from Doha with Richard Serra desert sculpture, Mushroom Rock in Zekreet, and an Al Shahaniya camel racetrack stop, 4 hours.
“Our guide Samer was fun and knowledgeable on almost everything related to Qatar. He timed the trip well and we had ample time to explore Serra‘s desert installation which was breathtaking. We were also lucky to see a camel race, very impressive! Thanks Samer for a memorable afternoon exploring Qatar in a different way!”
Doha’s west coast by private ride, with camel track training views, Zekreet forts and rock formations, plus Richard Serra’s steel sculpture.
“After a scenic drive, my guide, Rakan, introduced me to some stunning rock formations, many of which he helped me scale. We then made our way to the Richard Serra “East West/West East” installation. While pictures and videos can captRead more”
Camel racing, Zekreet rock formations, and Richard Serra in Doha’s West Coast, with pickup and a private 4-hour desert day.
“Raj is a very nice guide with tons of knowledge about the county, city, people, history and architecture. Most of all, he is good at communicating with my kid Even if my kid is very shy and doesn't speak too much English.”
Private Doha half-day tour featuring Al Shahaniya camel racing, Sheikh Faisal Museum, plus stadium stops and a royal horse stable visit.
“Great tour, the best guide. We visited Al Faisal museum and had very flexible times for museum visit (as well as pick-up/drop-off). Dharma was early and communicated with us with whatsapp with impeccable English. We drove a nice, new clRead more”
