Camel Racing at Al Shahaniya: The 12 Best Visits

1.West Coast Qatar Tour, Sculptures, Camel Racing track

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 4 hours · from $35Our pick

Half-day West Coast Qatar tour: Zekreet Fort ruins, Richard Serra sculpture, East-West/West-East road photos, camel racing track, and Umbrella Rock.

“The tour was amazing, Abdul our guide was very knowledgeable about Qatari history and the local history behind the sites we visited. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see a cultural and nature focused itinerary :)”

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2.Half-Day Private Guided Camel Race Tour in Qatar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · from $133

Half-day private camel race tour from Doha. Choose 6am or 10am, ride alongside racers at Al Shahaniya, with pickup and ticket.

“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!”

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3.West Of Qatar, Mushroom Rocks, Camel Racing Track, Richard Serra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $66

West Qatar half-day tour with Al Shahaniya camel races, Zekreet fort ruins, and Richard Serra steel sculptures in the desert, tickets included.

“Hamood was a great guide. He knows much about the culture and history. He is kind and friendly, and took great pictures.”

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4.Richard Serra Sculpture,Mushroom Hill,Camel Race Track

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 4 hours · from $60

4-hour Doha desert tour to Ras Brouq, Zekreet Mushroom Hill, UNESCO fort ruins, and Richard Serra sculpture, with AC pickup and drinks.

“I had an incredible experience on the Doha: Richard Serra Sculpture & Zekreet Tour on Tuesday, February 18, with Abdul Sattar as my guide. The itinerary covered some truly unique locations, including Mushroom Hill, the Camel Race Track, Zekreet’s Mushroom Rock Formation, Zekreet Village, Zekreet Fort Ruins, and the UNESCO-recognized Richard Serra Sculpture—each offering a fascinating insight into Qatar’s landscape and history. Abdul Sattar was brilliant—his extensive knowledge of Qatar and the region made the tour both informative and engaging. He handled the desert terrain expertly in the Land Cruiser, ensuring a smooth and thrilling ride. His gracious hospitality stood out, and as a solo t...”

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5.Doha Camel Race Track & Richard Serra Desert Sculpture Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours · from $70

A fast, art-and-adventure half day in Qatar, combining a camel race track, Mushroom Rock at Zekreet, and Richard Serra sculpture.

“Junaid for West Tour of Qatar offers an exceptional experience for anyone looking to explore the beauty and culture of Qatar. From the moment you book the tour, the service is impressive. The team is professional and knowledgeable, providing insights into the history and significance of various landmarks. The itinerary is well-planned, covering stunning sites like the Corniche, Souq Waqif, and the Museum of Islamic Art. Each location is rich in culture, and the guides ensure that you not only see the sights but also understand their importance. The transportation is comfortable, making the journey enjoyable. Overall, Junaid for West Tour of Qatar is highly recommended for anyone wanting to…”

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6.Sheikh Faisal, Camel Race Track visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $137

A 4-hour Doha tour with Sheikh Faisal Museum, Qatar’s camel race track with robotic jockeys, and the Racing and Equestrian Club, with pickup.

“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”

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7.Cultural & Thrills: Sheikh Faisal Museum & Camel Race Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $119

Private Doha tour to Al Shahania Camel Track and Sheikh Faisal Museum, with pickup, museum entry, water, and time for camel racing.

“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.”

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8.West Coast and Camel Race Track Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $105

Private West Coast half-day from Doha with camel training at Al-Sahaniya, Zekreet biosphere, and Richard Serra sculpture.

“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.”

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9.Private West Coast and Camel Race Track Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4 reviews · 4 hours · from $85

Private half-day tour from Doha to the Richard Serra desert sculptures, camel racetrack, and Zekreet limestone formations.

“Great Westcoast tour in Qatar. Pickup was smooth in a clean and big car 4x4. Our guide was excellent and was very professional. Shared a lot of information about history culture, past and present of Qatari people and their lifestyle. we really enjoyed the Camel race. It is a part of Qatari culture and lifestyle. And the Richard Saerra sculpture were also stunning installed in the middle of Desert. Highly Recommended!!!”

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10.West Qatar-Doha Richard sierra,camel race,mushroom rock

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4h 30m · from $67

Half-day 4WD safari from Doha to West Qatar, with camel racetrack, Fort Zekreet ruins, and Richard Serra desert sculptures for strong photo stops.

“It was an amazing experience! Bashar was very friendly and we had a trip full of information and fun.”

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11.Doha Qatar Camel Race Track visit| West Coast Natural Attractions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $120

4-hour Doha West Coast tour: Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Sahaniya camel racing, Zekreet limestone rocks, and Richard Serra art.

“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.”

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12.West Coast Tour Sculpture,Camel Racing Track Rock Formation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $59

West coast Qatar in 4 hours: Zekreet forts, white cliff rock shapes, camel track training, and Richard Serra East-West/West-East sculpture.

“Our driver nasi was outstanding—he was courteous, knowledgeable, and an exceptional host! We had an unforgettable experience watching the sunset while viewing Richard Serra's monumental installation, as well as the natural formations of the eye and the mushroom.”

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