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18 December 2024 – 18 January 2025
Discover the captivating area of Ras Abrouq, a destination offering an exclusive desert experience. Explore the Film City and Desert Escape near Our Habitas Ras Abrouq Resort where you can enjoy wellness activities, dining, music and cultural activities with your loved ones.
Discover exciting events at Film City, Desert Escape and Our Habitas Ras Abrouq. Kids can join workshops by Al-Hosh Gallery, while visitors enjoy daily performances, live entertainment and much more. This exceptional experience is made possible with the support of our incredible partners.
Head to the ghost town of Zekreet Film City and enjoy a fun-filled day in this Bedouin-style village. Take a look at the fun activities on offer.
Enjoy the authentic desert experience with a 15 or 30-minute camel ride in Film City.
Experience the thrill of adventure with a horse ride through Film City.
Kids will love the fun of a pony ride, creating memories in Film City.
A 15-minute guided safari experience observing Oryx, deer and other animals.
Catch daily music concerts, roaming acts and dance performances.
Relax in an authentic majlis, see traditional cooking demonstrations and more.
A first for Qatar, this Italian Coffee & Chocolate Café will launch at Ras Abrouq.
Shop organic produce or enjoy freshly made pizzas, sandwiches and flat breads.
Admire interesting pieces by local artists.
Shop a curate selection of arts and crafts at this gift shop.
Join a free adults workshop in calligraphy, watercolour painting and more.
Join a workshop that will teach kids how to care for plants (ages 6 to 12).
Take selfies on the podium or desert installation.
Take part in glazing, hand and clay building, painting and more.
Fun interactive games and crafts for children 4 years and older.
Experience the thrill of concerts, exhibitions, hot air balloon rides and more in the heart of the desert. Take a look at the fun activities on offer.
Savour a barbecue set menu with live cooking, at QAR 375 / person.
Enjoy a 10-minute tethered balloon flight for up to four people. QAR 50/person.
Admire the vast night sky, with sessions at 7 PM and 8 PM.
Al-Hosh will present this fun activity.
Order fresh sandwiches, snacks, bowls and drinks.
Nomad drummers, santour players, oriental bands and much more are coming to the stage.
From fire breathers to LED dancers, don’t miss these exquisite displays.
Take a tour of mesmerising local art.
See these majestic birds in action with daily shows of 25 minutes each.
Linger longer in the desert to soak up the festive atmosphere and enjoy spectacular sea views in a fully-equipped tent. Each day glamping tent includes a food basket, coffee, tea, water and soft drinks, plus a barbecue set (charcoal, disposable cutlery, plates, cups & napkins).
Daily: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
QAR 1200 for 8 pax
The serene eco-resort of Our Habitas Ras Abrouq is offering special daycations and wellness packages, where you can enjoy yoga, pilates, wholesome food and poolside relaxation.
Enjoy full access to the resort pool and enjoy the beauty of this desert resort.
Daily 9:00 AM– 6:00 PM
Adults QAR 650
Children (under 14): QAR 350
Children (under 2): free of charge
Enjoy a range of wellness activities at the resort, a buffet lunch, pool access and more, hosted by Be Pilates and FS8.
Departing from Doha at 10 AM and leaving Ras Abrouq at 5 PM, returning to Doha by 6.30 PM.
The package includes:
Getting here is easy and safe by car. From Doha, take the Dukhan Highway until exit 72 to turn onto Zekreet road. Follow the signs to Zekreet, making sure to stay on Zekreet Road around the village. Keep going until you pass the East-West/West-East installation on your left and then turn left onto a compacted desert road. Continue past Film City until you reach our Habitas Ras Abrouq.
Alternatively, book a private tour with Discover Qatar for a guided experience: Discover the Zekreet Peninsula.
The serene Our Habitas Ras Abrouq is a premium eco-retreat at the edge of the UNESCO-protected Al-Reem Biosphere Reserve in north-west Qatar. Just one hour’s drive from Doha, this desert oasis is built in harmony with its natural surroundings and blends adventure with relaxation. Stay in a sumptuous villa and enjoy spectacular sunsets, wellness sessions, organic cuisine, and tailored cultural excursions.
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