4 Lunch Experiences in Qatar to Build a Day Around

1.Safari Tour with Lunch/Dinner in Desert by the Sea Side

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 29 reviews · 7 hours · from $265Our pick

Spend seven hours with a private guide such as Hameed, Amjid, or Jasim, crossing Qatar’s dunes in an air-conditioned 4x4. You’ll try dune bashing and sandboarding, visit Khor Al Udaid and the Inland Sea, then eat a BBQ at a beach camp. Swimming is available, while quad biking and some camel rides cost extra.

“We had a wonderful time today with Amjed!! We loved the sand dunes, the camel ride, the beautiful beach resort, and everything about the experience! It was such a fun day, thanks so much!”

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2.Full day desert safari with lunch or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 26 reviews · 3 hours · from $151

Leave Doha in a private 4x4 with an English or Arabic-speaking guide, then ride over Qatar’s dunes, stop for a short camel ride, visit Khor Al Adaid, and relax at Al Rahal Camp. You can swim, try sandboarding, enjoy beach activities, and eat a buffet lunch or dinner.

“I had an outstanding experience — it exceeded all expectations. The guide was punctual, extremely knowledgeable, and managed the entire tour with professionalism from start to finish. The transportation was in excellent condition — safe, comfortable, and well organized — which made the whole experience even smoother. As for value for money, it was exceptional: top-quality delivery for a very fair investment, with memorable and well-planned moments. I strongly recommend this activity to anyone looking for efficiency, purpose, and genuine added value.”

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3.Half Day Doha City Tour with Lunch or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $142Top rated

Spend about five hours seeing Doha’s old and new sides with private transport and an English-speaking guide. Visit Souq Waqif, the Museum of Islamic Art, Pearl Qatar, and Katara Cultural Village, with lunch or dinner included. Guides may include Haithem, Jay, Jey, or George, and the museum fee is extra.

“We had a wonderful time on this tour with Haithem! He was full of great interesting insights about the history and culture of Doha. Highly recommend doing this tour with him!”

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4.Private Souk Waqif with Lunch or Dinner Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $96Best value

Spend about four to five hours exploring Souq Waqif or Al Wakra Souk with a private guide, hotel pickup, drinks, transport, and a local lunch or dinner. Shop for crafts, jewelry, fabrics, spices, and gifts, then enjoy free time to stroll. Souq Waqif may also include a falconry shop visit.

“The tour gave us an insight into the life in Doha - past, present and future. Our guide was fantastic. This is an ideal tour to understand the effects of Qatar government to make Doha a great city on the world map. Unforgettable scenes are the marina with jet skiers, amphitheater among other things”

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