Anantara Doha launches whale shark experience and reopens surf pool

June 13, 2022

Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara has partnered with Discover Qatar to launch whale shark experiences offering viewing of one of the largest congregations of whale sharks. Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara has also reopened its surf pool following a full renovation

A dedicated high-speed catamaran takes guests of Discover Qatar and Banana Island on the newly launched excursion.

From April to September, the cooler waters off the north-east coast of Qatar provide the perfect location to see large numbers of whale sharks that gather to feed close to the surface. Upon arrival in the area where the sharks are found, the slow-moving gentle giants can be viewed for two hours from the front and back deck of the catamaran, before the cruise back to the shore.

A whale shark expert is provided by Discover Qatar, to help educate guests about these majestic creatures through an interactive lecture, with a professional photographer also on board to capture guests’ experiences on camera.

Discover Qatar is collaborating with Banana Island to offer this experience for residents and visitors to Qatar. The resort’s luxurious catamarans are spacious and comfortable and are equipped with wall mounted TVs and WiFi, providing guests with exclusive services and exceptional and memorable experiences.

In addition, Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara announces the reopening of its surf pool (pictured top). After a full renovation, the surf pool once again adds to the wide selection of watersport activities available at the resort, adding to the fun and memorable moments on the island. Guests can now enjoy two wide surfing lanes simulating ocean waves, with every surf session given under strict supervision with one of the resort’s trained team members, working to the highest standards of safety.

Private surfing lessons are available and the lanes may be booked exclusively for friends and family. The surf pool is open from 10.00 am until 10.00 pm and advanced booking is required.

Located just off the coast of downtown Doha, Banana Island is the perfect luxurious escape from the city offering a wide range of accommodation options and vast facilities for guests to enjoy.

The new whale shark excursions depart five times a week from Al Ruwais Port in the north of Qatar and can be booked by visiting www.whalesharksofqatar.com

For more information on Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas, please visit www.anantara.com.

Discover Qatar is the Destination Management Company (DMC) for the Qatar Airways Group. For more information on Discover Qatar, please visit www.discoverqatar.qa

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