Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Qaruh & Umm Al Maradim Islands are famous for pearl oysters that are found close to the sea bed. Clear waters and coral reefs make the islands worth a visit. Surrounded by deep waters, the boat stop close to the shores, which is an advantage that is not available on most islands. Tourists will see several exotic fishes and coral reefs will leave them awestruck. It is highly recommended by the locals and is one of the most gorgeous places to snorkel in. The islands is perfect for all the adventurous people as getting glimpse of a different kind of marine life is rare. It is a chance that should not be missed.
Private Boat
Kuwaiti Guide (in English & Arabic)
Bottled water
Snacks & Drinks
Transportation in private car
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Traveler pickup
Kuwait Intl Airport, Kuwait City, Kuwait
Qaruh Island It is the smallest of the nine islands, and also the furthest island from the Kuwaiti mainland. It is located 37.5 kilometres east of the mainland coast, and 17 kilometres northeast of Umm al Maradim. The island is roughly 275 meters long by 175 meters at its widest 180 minutes
Umm Al Maradim Island It is 1.5 kilometres (0.9 miles) in length and 540 metres (1,770 feet) in width, which represents an area of approximately 65 hectares (160 acres). It is an oval-shaped island with a sand cape. Pearl oysters breed around the island's seabed. 180 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A maximum of 6 people per booking
Advance booking is required and subject to weather condition. Boat leave from Al Khairan Marina (South of Kuwait about 1 hour drive from Kuwait City) and will take about 45 minutes to reach the islands. Please note that there is no air condition at the boat and the weather is hot during the summer.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
fatimatE8700FA
11 Jul 2023
Weather was so hot during July in Kuwait, but we have enjoyed the boat trip to the islands. The kids liked the swimming and snorkeling at the islands.
mariacV8283KS
03 Jul 2023
Perfect full day at Arabian gulf sea, good instructions and relaxed atmosphere. We had a great time on this snorkeling trip. We visited 2 islands. Waleed was a great guide who shared interesting facts about Kuwait and gulf sea. Thank you for a fantastic trip!
odetteh115
18 Apr 2023
We had fun at the Island with nice snorkeling experience. The snacks were good, and we spend most of the day swimming. The water was quite cold since it is still spring session, and we could do it again in summer.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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