Embark on a desert adventure in Qatar’s western region, where you’ll witness camel racing, explore Mushroom Rocks, and encounter Richard Serra’s captivating art installations.
- Al Shahaniya Racetrack - A traditional regional sport, the first professional camel races were held in qatar in 1973 with 300 participating camels. Today the races are held at Al Shahaniya Camel Racing Track located at one hour of northwest of doha where you may see young camels paired with more experienced camels as a part of their ongoing training, The venue hosts both domestic and international tournaments. Visitors might get a chance to witness any of these races.
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- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
Embark on a journey to the mystical western region of Qatar, a place where the barren desert conceals awe-inspiring natural and man-made wonders ready for exploration.
Our exploration starts from Qatar’s cultural backbone, the Camel Racing Track, an opportunity to experience the impressive speed and elegance of these royal animals as they race across the dusty plains competing for success. You’ll gain knowledge about the deep-seated tradition of camel racing in Qatar.
Next, we head to the fantastical Mushroom Rocks, a geological wonder crafted by thousands of years of wind and sand. These unique sandstone formations, akin to massive mushrooms, project out of the desert floor, casting fantastic silhouettes over the desert environment.
On our journey, you’ll also come across elements from the renowned artist Richard Serra’s distinctive artistic work. Drawing inspiration from the enormous desert and the interplay of space, these enormous, weather-beaten steel structures provide a contemplative contrast to the natural landscape
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