desert islands in the Gulf of Bahrain
The Hawar Islands are in Bahrain, southeast of the main island near Qatar.
Hawar, Suwād al Janūbīyah, Suwād ash Shamālīyah, Rubud Al Sharqiyah, Rubud Al Gharbiyah and Muhazwarah (Umm Hazwarah).
In 2002, Bahrain applied to have the Hawar islands recognised as a World Heritage Site, due to their unique environment and habitat for endangered species. This site is home to many wildlife species and a very interesting place for birdwatchers and divers.
Daily 45-minute long boat trips from Manama are available.
Hawar has its own hotel resort and watersports equipment available for hire.