The 9th Katara International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition (S’hail 2025) continues to establish itself as a comprehensive cultural and economic platform, attracting wide local and international participation while offering opportunities for knowledge exchange, trade, and innovation.
The exhibition receives daily visits from high-ranking officials, state guests, and a number of ambassadors, who toured specialised displays in hunting, falconry, and camping.
“S’hail is no longer just an exhibition specialising in hunting and falcons,” said Malika Mohamed al-Shreim, a member of the Supreme Committee and Secretary of the Exhibition.
“It has become an integrated platform that embraces heritage while keeping pace with modern demands,” the official said. “Since its inception, our aim has been to evolve year after year, offering visitors and participants a rich experience that combines authenticity with innovation, reflecting Qatar’s prestigious position in hosting global events.”
Al-Shreim noted that what distinguishes S’hail this year is the commitment of local and international companies to continue and expand their participation in future editions, which reflects their confidence in the exhibition’s value as an economic and cultural platform attracting both enthusiasts and professionals worldwide.
Among the highlights of the exhibition are the gift and souvenir pavilions in Zone (B), which combine art, heritage, and innovation.
The Amber Stone pavilion showcases rare amber creations, including models of Imam Mohammed bin Abdulwahab Mosque, falcon and horse figures, traditional dhows, and the largest sambuk boat made entirely of amber.
The Doha Art for Arts and Trade pavilion presents works by visual artist Noura Tawar, along with an exclusive perfume featuring a falcon design created as a distinctive collectible.
This year, the exhibition features leading global safari companies.
Elite Safari, managed by Hassan al-Malki, offers integrated hunting and safari programmes in destinations across Africa, Europe, the Americas, and New Zealand, providing comprehensive services from reception and accommodation to transport, hunting trips, game meat processing, trophy shipping, and taxidermy.
Other participants include Royal Wings Ltd from Budapest and Infinite Safaris Africa, which provide luxury packages with limousine pickups, stays at 5-star hotels, full hunting programmes, celebratory ceremonies, and family-friendly tourism activities.
The bird market remains a major attraction for amateurs and professionals, offering a wide variety of high-quality falcons such as hur, gyr, and shaheen.
The birds undergo meticulous processes – from breeding and incubation to veterinary care and training – ensuring readiness for hunting.
The Tobacco Control Centre at Hamad Medical Corporation highlighted that S’hail 2025 is not merely a heritage hobby fair but also a space for community roles in promoting awareness and protecting public health.
Its pavilion reflects its mission to protect society from the dangers of traditional and electronic smoking and shisha, under a creative slogan inspired by the exhibition’s theme: Hunting is an art... Tobacco is a trap: Catch it before it catches you.
The centre offers services including awareness campaigns on smoking’s impact on the respiratory system and heart, as well as instant tests to measure carbon monoxide levels in the body, helping smokers realise the direct harm.
It also provides comprehensive treatment programmes for those wishing to quit, with continuous medical follow-ups and counselling.
