The 13 Best Purple Island & Mangrove Tours in Qatar

1.North Qatar Half-Day Tour: Al Zubarah, Purple Island & Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · from $50Our pick

Travel north from Doha in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Visit Al Khor Harbour, Purple Island and its mangroves, Al Thakhira Beach, and Al Zubarah Fort. Guides such as Javaid, Amar, and Qandeel Bilal have been praised for strong local commentary, though the mangroves can look dry in hot months.

“That day is in bad weather and raining. The guide very nice to bring me to another place, called Barzen Tower. Every spot is perfect. Thank you.”

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2.North Qatar Tour | Zubara Fort | Purple Island | Mangros Colony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 323 reviews · from $77

Travel north from Doha in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide such as Usman, Adil, or Bilal. Visit Al Khor Harbour, Purple Island’s mangroves, Zubara Fort, and Al Jumail’s abandoned fishing village. Expect a history-focused outing with hotel or airport pickup and a maximum of six people.

“Nice way to see a different side of Qatar and understand more about its pearling history. Our guide Khaled took good care of us.”

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3.Doha North Qatar Tour Zubara Fort, Mangroves, Jumail Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 267 reviews · 4h 30m · from $59

Take a 4.5-hour private or small-group trip from Doha into northern Qatar. You’ll visit Al Khor harbor, Al Thakira mangroves, Zubara Fort, and Jumail Village with an English-speaking guide such as Nawaz or Abdul Sattar. Expect long drives, old coastal sites, bottled water, and plenty of context about life before oil and gas.

“Mr Nawaz was very knowledgeable and friendly. He taught me a lot about Qatari history and culutral”

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4.North of Qatar Tour, Zubara Fort, Mangroves, Jumail Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $65

Travel from Doha in an air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide, stopping in Al Khor, Purple Island, Al Zubara Fort, and Al Jumail Village. You’ll see mangroves, old souqs, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and mud-brick ruins. Bottled water, coffee, tea, pickup, and drop-off are included.

“A wonderful carefully planned trip. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the locations we visited, the mangroves were a calm oasis and such a contrast from the city of Doha. We loved that stop. The village and fort are so wRead more”

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5.Eco Kayaking Adventure – Mangrove Exploration at Purple Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $75

Join AquaSports Qatar for 90 minutes of guided kayaking through the Al Thakira mangroves near Purple Island. Your guide, sometimes listed as Mr Google, explains the ecosystem, tides, wildlife, and Bin Ghanim Island’s link to Qatar’s flag. Tea, camp facilities, and a beach barbecue option follow, but transport and dinner cost extra.

“The guide, Mr Google, was enthusiastic and managed all abilities well. Although it was a low tide the day we attended. Mr Google made all efforts to extend our time so we could catch a higher tide and experience the mangroves. Paddling throRead more”

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6.Mangroves Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 72 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Paddle through Al Thakira’s mangrove channels with an English-speaking guide, then visit Purple Island, known for its ancient dye-making past. Expect a calm two-hour outing with beginner instruction, birdwatching, coastal views, and a fair chance of getting wet. Guides such as Joseph, Prince, Peter, and Mohamad have been praised for patient help and useful nature commentary.

“Kayaking was definitely the highlight of our trip to Qatar. The beautiful natural surroundings and the camp were also delightful. We loved the decorations, and we could have spent a lot of time there. As newcomers to kayaking, we struggled quite a bit, but our guide, Prince, was super patient and helped us all the way through. Thanks to Prince for giving us such a memorable experience.”

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7.Private North of Qatar: Zubara Fort | Jumail Village | Al-Thakhira Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $60

This 3 to 4 hour private outing takes you north of Doha in an air-conditioned vehicle, with stops at Al Khor Harbor, Al Thakhira Mangroves, and Al Zubara Fort. You’ll learn about pearling, fishing, ship repair, coastal settlements, and Qatar’s fortress past. Bottled water, coffee, and tea are included, while fort admission is extra.

“I did enjoy the tour. The sites were interesting, and it was nice just to get out of the city and see what the rest of the country looks like. The guide was prompt and knowledgable. But at our last stop, the ruins of a village in the desert out in Read more”

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8.North Qatar Tour, Mangroves, & Zubara Fort and purple

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · 4 hours · from $40

Travel north from Doha in an air-conditioned SUV with an English-speaking guide. Visit Al Khor harbor, Purple Island, Al Thakira’s mangroves, UNESCO-listed Al Zubara Fort, and Jumail’s abandoned village. Guides such as Adil, Anwar, Abood, and Sajid are praised for clear history, good pacing, and thoughtful photo stops.

“It was wonderful tour with Adil. He such a nice guide and informative guide. In the short time show us all sides. Thanks Adil”

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9.Mangrove Kayaking Purple Island Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · from $55

Paddle through the narrow mangrove channels of Purple Island near Doha with an instructor, using provided kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. Guides such as Peter and Joseph have been praised for their friendly help and local explanations. The four-hour outing may include wildlife viewing and sunset scenery. Pickup is available for an extra $30 per person.

“the driver came to pick me up before the agreed time, drove me to the place for canoeing with a nice, pleasant ride. I was picked up by Peter, a wonderful young man and guide. Since I came for the first time, I got all the equipment and everythiRead more”

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10.North Qatar: Zubara Fort, Jumail Village, Thakhira Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 4h 30m · from $57

Travel north from Doha in an air-conditioned SUV with an English-speaking guide such as Nawaz, Faisal, or Abdul Sattar. Visit Al Khor harbor, Al Thakhira mangroves, Zubara Fort, and abandoned Jumail Village. The $57 price includes pickup, transport, guiding, and water, tea, or coffee, but not meals or entrance fees.

“it is nice choice to see North Qatar UNESCO heritage village and Zubara Fort. Abdul Sattar told us the history of Qatar and take care of us . thank you for your patience”

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11.Zubara UNESCO Site, Mangroves & Jumail Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 4 hours · from $35Best value

Travel north from Doha with an English-speaking guide such as Rehan, Yasir, Adil, or Salman Khan. Visit UNESCO-listed Al Zubara Fort, coastal villages, mangroves, and abandoned Jumail Village. Air-conditioned transport, water, tea, pickup, and drop-off are included. The tour suits anyone wanting history and nature without planning a long day.

“Best Way to Discover North Qatar” Our tour of North Qatar with Yasir was simply incredible. He showed us cultural landmarks, scenic spots, and even hidden gems we would have missed on our own. Yasir’s passion for sharing his country’s history and traditions made the trip both fun and educational. A must-do tour if you’re visiting Qatar!”

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12.Private North Qatar Tour, Mangroves, & Zubara Fort

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 30 reviews · 4 hours · from $142

Travel north from Doha in a private, air-conditioned 4x4 with an Arabic- or English-speaking guide. You’ll see Al Khor harbor, Zakheera Beach, Purple Island, Al Zubara Fort, and Jumail’s abandoned village. Guides may include Sajid, Shah, Ibrahim, or Feraz. Expect light walking, local tea, water, and a fast-paced four-hour outing.

“Shah our guide was punctual and very friendly. He gave us specific information about the country and its people and was flexible in responding to our spontaneous ideas. Because it was raining, he even organized an umbrella. We would do the tour again and are grateful for the wonderful time.”

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13.Qatar North Tour, Zubara Fort, Mangroves, purple island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 25 reviews · 4h 30m · from $71

Travel north from Doha in a private SUV with an English, Arabic, or Hindi-speaking guide. See Al Khor Harbour, Al Thakira Mangroves, Purple Island, UNESCO-listed Zubara Fort, and the abandoned village of Al Jumail. Guides such as Ali, Arum, Muzzi, and Huzaifa are praised for clear stories, patience, and help with photos.

“We had an amazing trip exploring north of Qatar with our group of six families. The tour included visits to Al Zubarah Fort, Purple Island, the beautiful Al Thakira Mangroves, and the historic Al Jumail Village. Each location was unique and offered something special — from the rich history at Al Zubarah Fort to the peaceful natural beauty of the mangroves and Purple Island. Al Jumail Village was especially fascinating, giving us a glimpse into Qatar’s past. Our guide, Ali, was incredibly informative, friendly, and patient. He answered all our questions thoroughly and made the entire experience enjoyable for both adults and children. His knowledge and passion truly enhanced the…”

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