Heenat Salma Farm · Al Shahaniya, Qatar

Date Harvesting Tour

A seasonal celebration of Qatar's palm heritage — from palm to table

Limited Season From QAR 100 per person Heenat Salma Farm
The Experience

Fresh from the palm

Experience the annual Date Harvesting Tour at Heenat Salma Farm, where you can walk among flourishing palm groves, harvest fresh dates by hand, and discover one of Qatar's oldest agricultural traditions.

Guided by our team, you'll learn about the different stages of date ripening, the significance of the harvest season, and the role of date palms in the region's heritage. This seasonal experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy freshly harvested dates directly from the tree.

Whether you're visiting with family, friends, or simply seeking an authentic farm experience in Qatar, the Date Harvesting Tour offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of the harvest season.

What to Expect

Three ways to experience the harvest

Choose the classic harvest tour, take it further with a hands-on culinary class, or complete the journey with traditional palm weaving.

Farm Experience

Date Harvesting

QAR 100 / per person

Step into the palm grove and experience one of Qatar's oldest agricultural traditions. Harvest fresh dates by hand, learn about the seasonal harvest, and discover the heritage and craftsmanship behind one of the region's most treasured fruits.

Perfect for families, nature lovers, and anyone seeking an authentic farm experience, this seasonal journey offers a rare opportunity to connect with the land during the date harvest.

What's Included
  • Guided Date Harvesting Experience
  • Learn about the date harvest season and traditional practices
  • Taste freshly harvested dates
  • Explore Heenat Salma's palm groves
Farm-to-Table Experience

Date Harvesting + Culinary Class

QAR 150 / per person

Continue your journey from the palm grove to the kitchen. After harvesting fresh dates, join our chefs for a hands-on culinary class where you'll discover creative ways to transform one of the region's oldest ingredients into seasonal dishes inspired by the farm.

This experience celebrates the connection between agriculture, culture, and cuisine through a true farm-to-table journey.

What's Included
  • Everything included in the Date Harvesting Experience
  • Hands-on Culinary Class
  • Prepare seasonal recipes using freshly harvested dates
  • Enjoy the dishes you create
Why Visit

Why visit during the date harvest season?

The date harvest season is one of the most anticipated times of the year at Heenat Salma Farm. For only a few weeks, visitors have the opportunity to harvest fresh dates directly from the palm, learn about traditional farming practices, and experience the beauty of Qatar's agricultural heritage firsthand.

Whether you choose the Date Harvesting Tour or the Date Harvesting Tour & Culinary Class, you'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the journey from palm to table.

Hands-on date harvesting Traditional farming practices Qatar's palm heritage Fresh seasonal flavours A family-friendly farm day
Event Details

Plan your visit

Experience
Date Harvesting Tour
Location
Heenat Salma Farm, Al Shahaniya
Season
Limited harvest weeks
Price
QAR 100 / QAR 250
Reserve Your Spot

Join us for the harvest

The date harvest lasts only a few weeks each year. Bring your family and friends and experience the journey from palm to table at Heenat Salma Farm.

Date Harvesting & Culinary Experience

At Heenat Salma Farm

Advance Booking Required

5 Aug – 30 September 
Advance Booking Required

Event Overview

The date harvest season is one of the most anticipated times of the year at Heenat Salma Farm. For only a few weeks, visitors have the opportunity to harvest fresh dates directly from the palm, learn about traditional farming practices, and experience the beauty of Qatar’s agricultural heritage firsthand.

Whether you choose the Date Harvesting Tour or the Date Harvesting Tour & Culinary Class, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for the journey from palm to table.

Booking Options

  • Price per adult: 200 QAR
  • Price per kid (5 - 12 years): 100 QAR
  • 1 kg of mixed dates gift box
  • Harvest Experience — QAR 100 
  • Harvest + Afternoon Tea — QAR 280
  • Harvest + Culinary Class (Date Salad or Cookies) 
    • Adults — QAR 200
    • Children — QAR 75 (Culinary Class only)

What’s Included:

Harvest Experience
  • Guided date harvesting using traditional techniques
  • Walkthrough of our palm groves with insights into palm care and date varieties
  • A basket of hand-harvested dates to take home

Harvest + Afternoon Tea
  • Everything in the Harvest Experience
  • Farm-to-Table Afternoon Tea.

Harvest + Culinary Class
  • Everything in the Harvest Experience
  • Guided date-themed cooking session in our artisanal kitchen (Make your own date salad or cookies using freshly harvested dates)