Boat to Hawar from Durrat Al Bahrain
رحلة القارب إلى حوار من درة البحرين
The regular way to reach the Hawar Islands is the Hawar Resort boat from the Durrat Al Bahrain Pavilion, a crossing of about 30 minutes.
About Boat to Hawar from Durrat Al Bahrain
Hawar Resort by Mantis runs boat transfers from its Welcome Pavilion at Durrat Al Bahrain, at the southern tip of the main island. The pavilion is signposted inside Durrat, and the resort puts the drive from Bahrain International Airport at about 45 minutes. Durrat is a gated community, so carry ID and allow time at the gate.
The crossing takes around 25 to 30 minutes over shallow, turquoise water. Arrival boats have been scheduled to leave the pavilion at 3pm, with the return boat leaving the resort at 1pm, though the resort says timings can change. In summer 2025 the resort sold day passes that included the boat transfer, with weekday and weekend options and credit for food, drink and spa treatments. Check the resort for current day pass offers.
The trip suits overnight guests, day visitors and anyone wanting to see Hawar's wildlife. Watch for seabirds and, with luck, dolphins on the way. The resort asks guests to arrive 30 to 45 minutes before departure, and boats are booked in advance rather than sold on the quay.
Highlights
- Scenic crossing over shallow turquoise water
- Seabirds and occasional dolphins en route
- Arrival at Hawar Resort by Mantis
- Day passes in some seasons
Good to know
- Arrive at the pavilion 30 to 45 minutes before your boat.
- Published times were 3pm to Hawar and 1pm back, but the resort says they can change.
- Book through hawarresort.com; walk-up places are not guaranteed.
- Durrat Al Bahrain has a security gate, so carry ID.
Getting there
From the Durrat Al Bahrain Pavilion at the southern tip of Bahrain, reached by car via the coast road through Askar and Jaw
Questions people ask
How long is the boat to Hawar Island?
The Hawar Resort boat takes about 25 to 30 minutes from the Durrat Al Bahrain Pavilion.
Can I visit Hawar Island for the day?
Hawar Resort has sold day passes that include the boat transfer, mainly in summer. Check the resort for current offers.
Where does the Hawar boat leave from?
It leaves from the Hawar Resort Welcome Pavilion at Durrat Al Bahrain.
