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Brouq Nature Reserve

A wild reserve on Qatar's west coast with limestone mushroom rocks, desert plants, Arabian oryx and gazelles, plus Serra's sculpture.

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Time needed
2 hours
Entry
Free
Best time
Morning or late afternoon
Area
Brouq

Limestone hills, desert plants and gazelles.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Brouq Nature Reserve, Qatar

  • Car: About 1h30 from Doha.
  • 4x4: Helpful on sandy tracks.
  • Tour: Northern day tours often stop here.

The story of Brouq Nature Reserve

Brouq (also Al Reem) is part of a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Its eroded limestone formations look like mushrooms and tables rising from the sand.

An abandoned film set, "Film City", built to look like an old Arab village, sits nearby.

Best time to visit

Best season

November to March.

Best time of day

Golden hour.

Summer

Too hot to explore.

Tips before you go

  • A 4x4 helps on the tracks.
  • Go with a full tank and plenty of water.
  • Respect the wildlife and stay on tracks.

Best hotels near Brouq Nature Reserve

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Hotels in Doha

Most visitors day-trip from Doha.

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Hotels in Al Khor

On the way north.

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Hotels in Lusail

Closer to the north.

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What's around Brouq Nature Reserve

  • East-West/West-EastInside the reserve.
  • Film CityNearby.
  • Al ZubarahAbout 40 minutes.

Questions travellers ask

Is it free?

Yes.

Will I see animals?

Oryx and gazelles live in fenced areas.

Is there phone signal?

Patchy in places.

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