Qatar is a small country in the Middle East and it is famous for its chic sophistication, perfectly blended with old world warm hospitality. Come, plan your vacation to this beautiful country and get a chance to experience the country’s rich cultural heritage, a plethora of tourist attractions, and nail-biting adventures. But first things first! The country is known for its beautiful islands and many of them are man-made. Glistening gorgeous sand awaits you and there is no dearth of luxury, entertainment facilities, and food on these captivating islands. You will be surrounded by stunning turquoise waters once you arrive and can either take a relaxing bath on the shore or indulge yourself with some exciting water sports. Make sure to try out a snorkeling expedition or enjoy some scuba diving while you are here. Explore secret caves and little-publicized coves in some of these most remote hideaways on the planet. To make your vacation easy, here are our top recommendations of the best islands in Qatar.

 

 

Located off the coast of the capital city of Doha, Al Safliya is a charming island, set about 4.8 km (3 mi) from Ras Abu Aboud. It happens to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country among tourists, as well as local residents. You can reach the island from Doha by a boat ride that takes about 30 to 40 minutes. Although tiny in size, it is more famous as a tourist resort. The island also enjoys close proximity to the Pearl, another famous island in the country.

 

Feel free to explore this pristine island at your leisure or enjoy a dip in the open ocean. Get an opportunity to marvel at the majestic skyline of this wonderful nation. Participate in some of the exciting watersports if you are an adventure freak, including donut rides, jet skiing, and Banana Boat rides, to beat the heat. The Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel is an excellent property in Doha for visiting the island.