The Kingdom of Bahrain welcomes all aviation enthusiasts!

If you are aircraft enthusiasts then we have the perfect location for you - The Kingdom of Bahrain. Bask in the sunshine and enjoy local hospitality for a day, or as long as you wish, while capturing some of the best aviation images in the region. We can accommodate single or group tours throughout the year with packages to suit every budget.

Private Premises Fee

This package is for a full day access (8:00am– 5:00pm) to use our private premises (please refer to map below for more details).  This location is across the road from RWY30.  It is the most desirable spot for photographers and spotters.

Private Premises

£

US$

One Day     = BD40.000

63.50

72.70

105.00

Two Days   = BD70.000

111.00

127.00

185.00

Three Days = BD90.000

143.00

164.00

238.00

Four Days  =  BD105.000

167.00

190.00

278.00

  • 50% discount from the above prices for all photographers who uploaded at least 1,000 photos in runway 30 website.
  • Passes are non-transferable.

Important :    This location is dependent on RWY30 being in use.  If the wind direction changes then RWY12 has a better view (this is an open area).  Wind direction is not under our control.  However, RWY30 is the one mostly used throughout the years.. 

Private Premises + Hotel Package

This package is highly recommended for visitors from out of town.  Our hotel package will cost you less than if you find your own accommodation as all taxes, meals and transportation are included (see full package details below).

Based on Single Occupancy Accommodation

£

US$

Based on Double Occupancy Accommodation*

£

US$

One Night = BD105.500

167.50

192.00

279.00

One Night =
BD83.000/person

132.00

151.00

220.00

Two Nights = BD201.000

319.00

365.00

531.00

Two Nights=
BD155.500/person

246.00

283.00

412.00

Three Nights = BD286.500

454.00

520.00

758.00

Three Nights=
BD218.000/person

346.00

397.00

577.00

Four Nights = BD365.000

579.00

664.00

966.00

Four Nights= BD275.000/person

436.00

500.00

728.00

* Price is per person with a companion.
(The above package does not include airfare or any other applicable airport taxes.)

The package includes:

  1. Daily (8:00am - 5:00pm) private location for plane spotting & photography.
  2. Four Star Hotel accommodation (tax included).
  3. Breakfast at the hotel + lunch and refreshments at the photography location (menu selection).
  4. Transfers to/from spotting & photography locations.
  5. Visit to Bader Models workshop to see how aircraft models are being built.
  6. Transfer to/from Airport.
  7. Free Internet connection in the room.
  8. Tea/Coffee making facility in the room.
  9. Accommodation Upgrade may be given depending on availability of rooms.
  10. Late Check-out if required.

Extra Nights in Bahrain

If you are done with your photography and would like to spend extra nights on your own touring Bahrain to enjoy the Sunshine and the beaches, then all you have to pay is the hotel accommodation.

Single Room

£

US$

Double Room

£

US$

BD55.500

88.00

100.00

147.00

BD65.500

104.00

120.00

174.000

Includes: Breakfast, Hotel Taxes, Transportations, Free Internet connection, Tea/Coffee machine in the room.

Air Fare

We do not include air fare into our package because:

  1. Our visitors like to fly using their frequent flyers mileage; or
  2. They can get a better deal; or
  3. They want to fly their favorite airline so they can accumulate more air miles; or
  4. They want to choose their own day of travel rather than to stick to a certain travel date; or
  5. They are airline employees and can avail of their concessions.

Airport Map

Airport Map

Sample Photos:

 

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WARNING!!!
Do not attempt to take photos around the airport without prior approval. Taking photos around the airport without permission anywhere in the Middle East is extremely prohibited and you risk interrogation by the authorities and having your photos confiscated.

Some Major Airlines Serving Bahrain

Bahrain airport is served by over 43 different airlines.  For your convenience we selected some of them who fly frequently to Bahrain.

Visit Visa:

All passport holders of Western European countries, citizens of USA, Australia, Canada and Japan may obtain a tourist visa upon arrival at Bahrain Airport for a small fee.  All other nationalities should not have any problem, however, please check with us before you make your travel arrangements.

Bahrain Sightseeing Tour:

We totally recommend you to stay extra few nights in Bahrain to see and enjoy the city.  We can arrange the following two different tours:

  1. Bahrain Heritage Tour: (9:00 – 13:00)  US$55.00/person
  2. - Tour Includes Visit To:  Al Fateh Grand Mosque  –  Bahrain National Museum  –  Holy Quran Museum   –   Sk. Isa Bin Ali Al Khalifa House  –  Outside Visit Arad Fort.
  3. Bahrain Ancient & Modern Tour: (14:00 to 18:00) US$55.00/person
  4. - Tour Includes Visit To: Bahrain Fort  –  Saar Excavation  –  Camel Farm  –  A’Ali Burial Mounds  – Outside Visit Bahrain International Circuit.
  5. A wide choice of water recreational facilities for individuals, families and groups are available.
    Regular visits are arranged to the Al-Dar Islands which comprise six main islands that have been declared a natural environmental preserve.  A resort exists on the main island of Hawar with all facilities including a hotel, swimming pool, water sports and other attractions.  Other beaches in Bahrain include the Le Royale Meridian Hotel beach, Hotel Sofitel Bahrain and Al-Bander resort.

  6. In addition to the above you can visit our beautiful restaurants, famous bars and clubs.  All that can be arranged for you to visit on your request.

Get Social:

When you arrive here in Bahrain you will feel as if you have not left home.  We will arrange for some of the local aviation spotters and enthusiasts to meet with you during day time or evening time and someone will accompany you when you do your spotting.  There will be plenty of never ending airline stories to share with each other.

Bahrain Int’l Air Show 2012 (January 19 – 21)
(Please check back with us by 15th September for full package details)

Shopping in Bahrain:

Bahrain Malls are open from 10:00am – 10:00pm (Thursday and Friday until midnight).
Local Traditional Market from 9:00am – 1:00pm and 3:30pm – 8:00pm (Friday morning might be partially closed)
For more information about the Kingdom of Bahrain, please visit: http://www.bahrainguide.org

Booking This Tour

Please answer the following questions to be able to send you a quote of your total trip cost:

  1. Coming single or with group?         Single      Double
  2. If double, will you pay individually?  Yes        No
  3. How many total nights will you be staying in Bahrain?   
  4. What time do you think you will arrive to Bahrain?        
  5. What time do you think you will depart from Bahrain?  
  6. Which tour option from the following list would you like to take:

A. Private Premises Fee

 

Pass from Private Premises

£

US$

One Day = BD40.000

63

72.70

105.00

Two Days = BD70.000

111

127.00

185.00

Three Days = BD90.000

143

164.00

238.00

Four  Days = BD105.000

190

190.00

278.00

B. Private Premises + Hotel accommodation package

 

Based on Single Occupancy
Accommodation

£

US$

 

Based on Double Occupancy
Accommodation*

£

US$

One Night
= BD105.500

167.50

192.00

279.00

One Night
= BD83.000 / person

132.00

151.00

220.00

Two Nights
= BD201.000

319.00

365.00

531.00

Two Nights
= BD155.500 / person

246.00

283.00

412.00

Three Nights
= BD286.500

454.00

520.00

758.00

Three Nights
= BD218.000 / person

346.00

397.00

577.00

Four Nights
= BD365.000

579.00

664.00

966.00

Four Nights
= BD275.000 / person

436.00

500.00

728.00

  1. Would you like to explore Bahrain further and add a city tour?     Yes     No
  2. What passport citizenship are you holding?
  3. Any other inquiries?

Please allow up to 24 hours to get you the quotation you requested.