Discover Qatar, the destination management company of Qatar Airways, has announced that its highly successful ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tour will be returning for its second edition from May 18th to August 31st, 2023. The tours will be available for booking exclusively through the Discover Qatar and Qatar Airways Holidays online platforms.
The eight-hour tour aboard a 40-seater catamaran departs every Thursday to Sunday and starts at USD 249 per person. Private charters are also available for those looking for a more exclusive experience. These charters can accommodate up to 16 guests on a luxury yacht, complete with an expert guide, Wi-Fi, refreshments, and breakfast and lunch.
The ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tour promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that offers nature enthusiasts the opportunity to witness and interact with the grand and gentle creatures of the sea. Qatar has the largest concentration of whale sharks in the world, making it the only place where visitors can see so many in a single sighting. These gentle giants, estimated to have existed for 60 million years, can live up to 100 years and grow up to 12 meters in length.
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His Excellency Mr Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, expressed his pride in offering the ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tour as an unmissable opportunity for nature lovers to connect with such fascinating marine life. He stated, “We are proud to call Qatar a home to one of the largest congregations of Whale Sharks in the world and remain committed to being the leading destination to connect people from all over the world with such fascinating marine life.”
Launched in 2022, the ‘Whale Sharks of Qatar’ tour was a resounding success, with nearly 500 explorers becoming the first to observe up to 300 Whale Sharks congregating off the northeastern coast of Qatar. The tour offers a unique opportunity to experience these magnificent creatures up close and personal while promoting awareness of their conservation.
Discover Qatar has also produced a detailed e-brochure that provides more information about the tours. The brochure outlines the itinerary of the tours, offers a glimpse of the amenities and features of the catamaran and the luxury yacht, and shares insights about whale sharks and their habitat.
As international travel slowly resumes, the ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tour is an excellent opportunity for travellers to experience an exclusive adventure that is both safe and sustainable. With Qatar Airways being one of the world’s safest airlines, travellers can be assured of a safe and comfortable journey.
To book the ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tour, visit Discover Qatar’s website at https://www.discoverqatar.qa/whale-sharks-of-qatar/. This tour is an exceptional opportunity for travellers to witness the world’s largest congregation of whale sharks and support the conservation efforts to protect these gentle giants for future generations.
In conclusion, the ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tour offers a rare and unparalleled opportunity for nature enthusiasts to witness and interact with one of the world’s most magnificent creatures. With the exclusivity of the tour, travellers can enjoy a safe, comfortable, and sustainable journey that not only provides an unforgettable experience but also promotes awareness and conservation of the world’s marine life.
Written by: Stephen Morton
