Ministry of Environment and Climate Change announces winter camping season to launch Oct. 25

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has announced that the winter camping season in Qatar will commence on October 25, 2026, and conclude on April 20, 2027. Registration for the season will open on October 11 through the ministry's website and the Bee ah application. The registration process will be divided into three phases based on geographical distribution, with the first phase covering inland and coastal areas in Umm Al Afaei, Umm Al Azam, Rawdat Rashid, Rawdat Aisha, South Al Kharaij, and Abu Samra.

The second phase will focus on the Sealine area, followed by Al Kharara, Afja Muaither, Al Naqian, Mekaines, and Al Udeid. The final phase will open registration for inland areas of Al Sanaa, Al Utouriya, and Al Reem Reserve, as well as Al Khor, North Al Thakhira, Al Waab, Ras Matbakh, Arida, Al Mazroua, Bu Thaila, Saina Al Humaidi, Wadi Al Duhoul, and Ras Al Nouf.

The ministry aims to manage demand and streamline the booking process with this phased approach. Director of the Wildlife Protection Department and Head of the Winter Camping Committee, Hamad Salem Al Nuaimi, emphasized that the new regulations prioritize the protection of wildlife and natural features while ensuring campers have a safe and well-organized environment.

The ministry will also implement awareness programs targeting campers and visitors to promote environmentally-friendly practices and preserve natural sites.