Inland Sea
Khawr al Udayd
A shallow, salty inlet in Qatar, known as Khawr al Udayd, surrounded by sand dunes and historically a pirate stronghold. It is a UNESCO-recognised natural reserve.

πŸ“œ An enormous pool of shallow, salty water lies within a great expanse of sunkissed sand dunes, forming a unique sea inlet of the Persian Gulf. It is a UNESCO-recognised natural reserve on the border between Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Why Go

🌊 Unique hypersaline ecosystem with diverse wildlife (sea turtles, ospreys, flamingos, oryx)
πŸ—ΊοΈ Explore historical pirate stronghold
🏜️ Thrilling 4x4 dune adventures, sandboarding, quad biking
πŸ›Ά Kayaking, fishing, snorkelling in clear blue waters
β›Ί Desert camping, camel rides, paragliding, hot air balloon rides

Why Avoid

⚠️ Not for casual outings, requires a 4x4 vehicle
βš™οΈ Tires must be deflated to 18-20 psi before leaving Mesaieed

Tips

🀝 Go as part of a convoy or with a tour company for safety
πŸŒ… Visit during low tide to see microbial mats, high tide for dunes gently sloping into the sea

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