Doha Port Welcomes Two Maiden Cruise Calls, Marking Key Moment in 2025–2026 Season

Seven Seas Navigator and Celestyal Discovery

Qatar Tourism, in collaboration with Mwani Qatar, celebrated the successful arrival of two maiden cruise calls at Doha Port this week, marking a significant milestone in the 2025–2026 cruise season.

The first vessel, Seven Seas Navigator, operated by Regent Seven Seas Cruises and sailing under the Bahamian flag, arrived on December 14 and departed the following day. The luxury cruise ship brought approximately 373 passengers and 365 crew members to Doha. A welcoming ceremony was held at the port, featuring a traditional plaque exchange to commemorate the ship’s first call of the season.

Doha Port also received the maiden call of Celestyal Discovery, operated by Celestyal Cruises, marking the second maiden arrival of the season. The ship docked with around 1,322 passengers and 476 crew members on board. The occasion was marked with an official welcoming ceremony and the exchange of commemorative plaques.

Both visits were enhanced by cultural activations designed to introduce guests to Qatar’s rich heritage. These included traditional handicraft displays, pearl exhibitions, Al Tawash demonstrations, ship crafts, Arabic calligraphy, and lively Ardah performances. Visitors were also welcomed with Arabic coffee and dates, reflecting Qatar’s renowned hospitality.

The successful hosting of these maiden calls underscores the steady growth of Qatar’s cruise tourism sector and reinforces Doha Port’s position as a key gateway for international cruise visitors during the 2025–2026 season.