Experience Qatar’s camel racing tradition on a guided visit to Al Shahaniya Racetrack. Watch live races, discover how robot jockeys work, and get behind-the-scenes access to the start line during this Friday morning experience.
You’ll also drive alongside racing camels, visit a camel farm, and enjoy a traditional Majlis break with Arabic coffee, dates, and karak tea. Choose a shared small-group tour or a private experience, with pickup and drop-off available in Doha.
Highlights
- Watch live Friday camel races at Al Shahaniya Racetrack
- Discover how remote-controlled robot jockeys are used in camel racing
- Drive alongside racing camels on a parallel track road in a Land Cruiser
- Enjoy a traditional Majlis break with Arabic coffee, dates, and karak tea
- Visit a camel farm to learn about racing camels and take photos
- Travel with a cultural guide and enjoy pickup and drop-off in Doha
What to Bring
- Passport or ID card
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable clothing
- Closed-toe shoes
Not Suitable for
- Wheelchair users
- Travelers with mobility impairments
Know Before You Go
- The tour operates on Fridays during the camel racing season, from October to April
- Races are real competitive sporting events, not staged performances
- Race timings are confirmed via WhatsApp the evening before the tour
- The driver contacts you the evening before to confirm pickup arrangements
- Follow the guide’s instructions when near the camels
- Smoking and alcoholic drinks are not allowed in the vehicle
- For the shared tour, meeting point is the main entrance of the National Museum of Qatar on Corniche Street. Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time
- The itinerary may change depending on race schedules and operating conditions
Meeting Point
For the shared tour, meeting point is the main entrance of the National Museum of Qatar on Corniche Street. For exact location click here.