What to do in Al Thakhira

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Al Thakhira

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1. Al Khor Beach

Families in particular enjoy Al Khor Beach for its convenient amenities, making a beach day fun for kids and parents. Waters at the shore are shallow, meaning children can splash and play safely. Let your little ones frolic in the sand or water and use the facilities of the small playground.
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Al Khor Beach

2. Simaisma Beach

On Qatar’s eastern coastline, visit Simaisma Beach, a long, wide stretch of sand with playground facilities for kids and barbecue and fly-fishing opportunities for all. Stroll along the beach to look for shells and watch seabirds as they flit among the mangroves dotting the shoreline.
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Mosque on a beach (Simaisma)in Doha, Qatar

3. Baladna Farm

Bring the family to see cows on a visit to Baladna Farm, a huge dairy facility. Even if you were raised on a farm, the state-of-the-art facility will be immensely impressive. Up to 24,000 cows live here in comfort at a site that covers nearly 600 acres (240 hectares).
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Baladna Farm

4. Al Khor Island

Al Khor Island, or Purple Island as it is commonly known by visitors, comes as a true surprise to many. This wildlife haven is inhabited by flocks of birds and offers a natural destination for outdoor adventure within easy access from the bustle of Doha. Visit Al Khor Island for relaxing time surrounded by nature and history.
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5. Ain Hleetan Well

The well of Ain Hleetan served an essential need for drinking water for the Al Mahanda tribe that settled along the Persian Gulf coast in an area that would become Al Khor. About 150 years ago, after stumbling across a spring while hunting, residents built the well. Visit Ain Hleetan well to see what was sometimes identified as “the Doctor” for its healthful properties.
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Recommended things to do in Al Thakhira

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Mangrove Kayaking Purple Island Adventure: NZ$96
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What to do in Al Thakhira

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Al Thakhira Beach

Known for the large mangrove reserves nearby, this shallow oceanfront area north of Doha is great for kayaking, bird-watching and fishing.

Al Thakhira Beach

Al Thakira Mangroves

As you kayak between trees rising just off the shore north of Al Khor, think of the many pencil roots of the plants hiding below the water’s surface.

Al Thakira Mangroves

Al Thakhira Marina

Explore the waterfront in Al Thakhira with a trip to Al Thakhira Marina.

Al Thakhira Marina

 

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