Shahaniyah Camel Race Track
Racecourse · Al Sheehaniya ·

Shahaniyah Camel Race Track

Racecourse · Al Sheehaniya ·

Camel racing, beauty contests, and robotic jockeys welcome

follow from car
free entry
unique experience
well fed camels
wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible restroom
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null
Shahaniyah Camel Race Track by null

Information

C624+7HC, Garafat Al Rayyan and Dukhan Highway, Ash-Shahaniyah, Qatar Get directions

Restroom
Credit card accepted
Debit card accepted
Contactless accepted
Wheelchair accessible entrance

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C624+7HC, Garafat Al Rayyan and Dukhan Highway, Ash-Shahaniyah, Qatar Get directions

+974 4448 6900
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Features

•Restroom
•Credit card accepted
•Debit card accepted
•Contactless accepted
•Wheelchair accessible entrance
•Wheelchair accessible parking lot
•Wheelchair accessible restroom

Last updated

Dec 16, 2025

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"Witness a Camel Beauty Contest Not many places in the world celebrate, honor, and look after camels with the passion Qataris do. During the winter months, Shahaniya Racetrack holds weekly camel races, where visitors are invited to follow the camels from the comfort of their cars on a paved road that runs along the track. The entry is free, the camel handlers are friendly and eager to practice their English with visitors, the camels are robust and imposing, and the overall experience is unique. To top it all off, Qataris also celebrate the physical attributes of their camels by holding annual beauty contests. The owner of the winning camels walks away with a hefty prize and many kudos."

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Al Shahaniya Camel Racetrack LIMITED

Leon J.

Google
We went here with a Murex Andventures excersion with Sharif and got to learn about and experience camel racing. This was probably our best experience in Qatar. The races was exillerating and the excitement was equaled by the whole behind the scenes walk and talk. There is a lot going on in the whole camel racing world and it is really interresting.

Dilshan P.

Google
Caught the camel race at Shahaniyah — a thrilling blend of tradition and speed! The sheer grace of these majestic creatures is a sight to behold. A must-experience if you're in the area!"

Gayan C.

Google
If you find yourself living in Doha then seeing a Camel race is an opportunity that you shouldn't miss. Although you might feel a bit overwhelmed by the smell especially if you're very close to the racing camels and oh yea, did I mention that the winning camel could demand as much as 10 million Qatari riyals plus a grand prize of another 10 million Qatari riyals as a winner during the race in February. Camel racing is one of the most prestigious events for the locals. The race track is approximately 10 kilometers long. The camel owners in theirs 4x4s drive parallelly along the race track to control the camel with a remote controlled whip. Honking is another tactic used to race the camel. The race roughly lasts for about 11-13 minutes. This is probably the only track race in the world where you're not a sitting spectator, you can drive along the race track behind the 4x4s of the remote controlling jockeys. Races took place in an interval of 5-10 minutes after completion of the previous race. These racing camels are well fed and groomed to be fit for the race. The camels foam at their mouth to prevent overheating of their bodies. You can get up close to the camels and their handlers to click interesting pictures. This is one of the must go events if you're in Qatar unless you regret it later if you don't, there are some of my random clicks,cheers!!

Afthab Bin A.

Google
Unique experience witnessing the camels prepare for race! Perfect time to visit is around 4 in the evening.

Nowar N.

Google
It’s a fun place and a great place overall it’s only hot so come by car or have a fan

Kee O.

Google
A great camel racing experience, we were driving along with camels next to racing track.

Omar W.

Google
Amazing place to go ! make sure you go during training hours so you can see all the camels as they not they stay by the track at all time

Marlene Janse van V.

Google
Fun morning out seeing the camel races (races in winter time on fridays from 10till 12, and again from 13:00 onwards)