SWIM WITH SHARKS

Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara has partnered with Discover Qatar to provide once-in-a-lifetime excursions to view whale sharks ‒ the gentle giants of the ocean. The newly launched experience takes travellers in Qatar to view one of the largest congregations of whale sharks that can be found on the planet.

From now till September, the cooler waters off the country’s north-east coast offer the perfect location to see large numbers of whale sharks that gather to feed. The unique excursion takes guests on a high-speed catamaran to view these majestic creatures. A whale shark expert is on board to help educate guests, along with a professional photographer to capture guests’ experiences. The surf pool also adds to the wide selection of watersport activities available at the resort. Guests can now enjoy two wide surfing lanes simulating ocean waves, with private surfing lessons available and the lanes bookable exclusively for friends and family.