Khor Al Adaid for photographers

Khor Al Adaid is one of the best choices for photographers.

Suitability: ★★★★★

Khor Al Adaid is an inlet in south-east Qatar ringed by mobile dunes and sabkha. It was declared a nature reserve in 2007 and is on UNESCO's World Heritage Tentative List; recorded species include Arabian oryx, dugong, green turtle and flamingo.

Why Khor Al Adaid for photographers?

• Chances to photograph oryx, gazelles, dugongs, sea turtles and flamingos.
• The best light is in the first hour after sunrise and the last before sunset.

What awaits you in Khor Al Adaid

• Dunes meeting the turquoise water of the inlet
• Dune driving and sandboarding
• Winter beach camping
• Kayaking and fishing
• A nature reserve on UNESCO's Tentative List

Wildlife you may encounter: oryx, gazelles, dugongs, sea turtles, flamingos, foxes, camels and birdlife.

Suggested time on the ground: 1 to 2 days. It lies about 78 km south of Doha with no paved road, so access is only by 4x4 with an experienced off-road driver; tyres should be deflated before leaving Mesaieed. Entry is free and guided safaris are available.

Activities that fit

birdwatching.

When to go

The best period overall is November to February.

Visit Qatar names November to April as the best time to visit; this is the winter camping season.

Other destinations for photographers

• Sharqiya Sands Oman
• Liwa United Arab Emirates
• Empty Quarter Saudi Arabia
• Sir Bani Yas Island United Arab Emirates
• AlUla Saudi Arabia
• Edge of the World Saudi Arabia

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Sources: Visit Qatar – Khor Al Adaid · UNESCO World Heritage Centre – Khor Al-Adaid natural reserve (Tentative List) · Weather Spark – Mesaieed (Musay‘id) climate
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.