While the exact number of sharks living in Qatar remains unknown, the country is famous for its whale shark population. During whale shark season, from April to September, one can interact with these majestic beasts while diving underwater.

Aug 1, 2023 · Qatar has the biggest whale shark concentration in the world. According to the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC), Qatar’s concentration of whale sharks reached 600 sharks in 2020 – that is yet to be documented anywhere else in the world – and more than 100 sharks have been observed in Al Shaheen oilfield.

Jan 31, 2024 · Each year, there are hundreds of Whale Sharks that congregate in the waters off the northeast coast of Qatar from April to September. While Whale Sharks are the biggest fish in the ocean, they are also one of the most gentle and majestic creatures you will find underwater.

Mar 27, 2023 · In Qatar, whale sharks pool together in schools of over 100-150 fish at a time on the Northern coasts of the country, located about 145 kilometres from the shores of Doha. About 600 whale sharks have been recorded in Qatar and …

Sharks have diversified into over 470 species. They range in size from the small dwarf lantern shark, a deep-sea species of only 17 centimeters in length, to the whale shark, the largest fish in the world, which reaches approximately 12 meters. Sharks are found in all seas and are common down to depths of 2,000 meters.

Nov 12, 2024 · Discover the wonders of whale sharks in Qatar! Learn the best times to visit, the best places to see and tips for an unforgettable encounter with Qatar's majestic whale sharks.

May 11, 2022 · While Qatar is home to one of the largest whale shark congregations in the world, very few have had the chance to experience them as the area is usually closed to the public. But now Discover Qatar is giving you the chance to go whale shark watching on …

Sep 6, 2023 · Doha, Qatar: More than 50 sharks of different species were found in Qatar waters recently. According to authorities, the phenomenon marks as the largest gathering of different species of sharks...

Jul 23, 2023 · Now in its second edition, the ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tour, first introduced in 2022, has already drawn nearly 500 adventurers, transforming them into pioneers of this once-in-a-lifetime observation of a natural spectacle, unparalleled in grandeur.

May 12, 2022 · You can now see one of the largest aggregations of whale sharks right here in Qatar in an exclusive tour. Just meters away from land, the biggest concentration of the slow-moving shark is present in the waters of the relatively small peninsular Arab country, and now, people have the chance to witness it.