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Cruises and boat trips in Dubai

See a destination from the water, whether you want a short sightseeing trip or a longer outing. A transport ticket, sightseeing cruise and dining cruise are different products, so compare their routes and inclusions.

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Dubai stretches across distinct districts, from the Creek to Downtown and the Marina. Choose a part of the city for each outing and make travel time part of the plan.

Observation decks, boat trips and organised excursions are very different bookings. Compare the entry window, transport arrangements and inclusions, especially when a trip starts outside the central sightseeing areas.

For outdoor activities, check weather guidance and the operator’s meeting or pick-up instructions. Do not assume hotel transfers are included.

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From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Entertainment

From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Entertainment

Experience a 2-hour Dubai Marina dhow cruise with buffet dinner, city views and live Tanoura show. Choose indoor or upper deck seating.

Listed duration: 225 minutes

About this experience and booking advice

Your experienceBoard a classic dhow in Dubai MarinaYour evening begins at Dubai Marina, where a traditional wooden dhow awaits. Step aboard and enjoy a welcome drink and dates as you set off under the city lights. As the dhow sails through the marina, take in the shimmering skyline, pass Bluewaters Island and marvel at Ain Dubai’s giant wheel. The gentle rocking of the boat and the glow from the skyscrapers create an atmospheric start to the night.Get settled in your chosen seatingSelect from either the breezy open-air upper deck or the comfortable air-conditioned lower deck. Both offer you great vantage points to enjoy Dubai’s vibrant waterfront, perfect for couples, families or groups of friends seeking a memorable night out.Buffet dinner with local and global flavorsAs you glide along the marina, feast on an international dinner buffet. Indulge in both Arabic and worldwide dishes, including creamy hummus, grilled meats, salads and tempting desserts. Vegetarian items are available and attentive staff ensure your needs are met. Sip on unlimited soft drinks and bottled water as you dine with stunning views all around.Live Tanoura dance and city lightsAfter dinner, immerse yourself in a mesmerizing Tanoura dance show. Watch as the dancer spins, creating beautiful patterns and vibrant energy that reflect regional tradition. This performance is a highlight for many guests and adds an authentic touch to your cruise evening.Relax and enjoy the Marina’s iconic sightsThroughout the cruise, gaze at Dubai’s most famous waterfront sites. Admire the towers of Jumeirah Beach Residence, float past Bluewaters Island and spot Ain Dubai rising against the night sky. The ever-changing scenery and festive atmosphere are ideal for special occasions or just an enchanting night on the water.Added comfort with seamless transfersUpgrade your experience by choosing optional hotel transfers. This service makes your evening truly seamless, getting you from your hotel to the cruise and safely back after your outing—no need to worry about directions or parking.A perfect Dubai night for allThis dhow cruise dinner offers a unique combination of sightseeing, cuisine and entertainment. Whether you are celebrating, spending time with loved ones or visiting Dubai for the first time, it provides an unforgettable view of the city’s sparkle after dark.Book your From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Entertainment tickets now!

Planning your visit to From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Entertainment

Choose your date and participant options for From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Entertainment before comparing the final price. Allow at least the listed 225 minutes for the experience, plus time for arrival and onward travel.

Can I cancel From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Entertainment?

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.

What is included in my ticket?

Review the inclusions and exclusions for the exact From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Entertainment option you select. Do not assume that transport, meals or additional venue access are included unless stated.

Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner

Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner

Book Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner in Dubai. Only the benefits expressly attached to that option form part of the purchase.

Listed duration: 120 minutes

About this experience and booking advice

Cruise Dubai Marina for two hours with an Indian buffet dinner, unlimited soft drinks and a light show. Choose a cruise-only ticket or add round-trip hotel transfers. The meal and route make this a specific Marina dining experience rather than a generic ticket for any dhow in Dubai.Indian buffet and a Marina settingThe buffet lists vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices, with Indian dishes at the centre of the meal. Check the linked menu for current selections and raise essential dietary needs before booking. The cruise takes place around the Marina waterfront, combining dinner with views of the surrounding skyline. A particular table or uninterrupted view is not promised by the general admission.Soft drinks are included; alcohol is excludedUnlimited soft drinks and bottled water are listed. Alcoholic beverages are expressly excluded, so the word drinks should not be read as an unlimited alcoholic bar. The programme includes a light show, not an automatic promise of every type of dance or live entertainment sometimes offered on other dhow cruises.Choose transfers and plan boardingThe two native options differ by hotel transfers. Without transfers, make your own way to the exact Marina boarding point supplied on the voucher. With transfers, confirm the covered hotel and pickup time. Both options list access to an air-conditioned lower deck and an open-air upper deck, plus an on-board toilet. Allow time to board before the two-hour sailing begins.Ticket options to compareChoose from the options available for your date. Each option has its own inclusions; the list below does not combine their benefits into one ticket.Dhow Cruise With TransfersDhow Cruise Without TransfersPlan the rest of your Dubai visitCompare From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks and From Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks. Browse Dubai attractions and experiences for more ideas. Check each experience’s location and time before combining bookings, and leave room for travel and check-in. Separate attractions require their own tickets unless expressly included in the option you select.Cruises and waterfront experiences in DubaiFrom Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks: Spend two hours cruising Dubai Canal aboard a dhow, with an international buffet dinner and live music.From Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks: Choose a one-hour dhow sightseeing cruise on Dubai Marina or Dubai Creek, with unlimited soft drinks.Private Luxury Yacht Rental from Dubai Harbour - Groups up to 12: Hire a private 46-foot yacht from Dubai Harbour for a group of up to 12 guests.

Planning your visit to Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner

Choose your date and participant options for Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner before comparing the final price. Allow at least the listed 120 minutes for the experience, plus time for arrival and onward travel.

Can I cancel Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the booked start time for a full refund. Reschedule at least 24 hours before the booked start time.

What is included in my ticket?

Review the inclusions and exclusions for the exact Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner option you select. Do not assume that transport, meals or additional venue access are included unless stated.

From Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks

From Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks

Book a one-hour Dubai sightseeing dhow cruise with unlimited soft drinks. Choose the Marina or Creek departure for the waterway you want to explore.

Listed duration: 60 minutes

About this experience and booking advice

Choose a one-hour dhow sightseeing cruise on Dubai Marina or Dubai Creek, with unlimited soft drinks. The two waterways offer different surroundings, and the selected option determines the departure, route and any added transfers or pizza.Marina and Creek are separate route choicesSelect Marina for the modern waterfront setting, or Creek for a different part of the city’s waterside landscape. A ticket for one route does not imply a cruise connecting both waterways. Read the departure location in your confirmation carefully; heading to the wrong area can involve a substantial journey before boarding.Compare cruise-only and transfer packagesBoth routes list a cruise-only option and an option including hotel transfers. A separate Creek package adds unlimited pizza as well as transfers. Pizza is therefore not part of every cruise, and this one-hour sightseeing product should not be described as a two-hour buffet dinner sailing. Taped commentary is listed for the Creek experience.Prepare for a short sightseeing sailingUse the scheduled boarding information rather than treating the cruise as an open-dated ferry service. Arrive with time to locate the correct dhow and validate the voucher. Unlimited soft drinks are part of the listed route packages, while personal expenses remain extra. Confirm pickup details separately when you choose a transfer-inclusive ticket.Ticket options to compareChoose from the options available for your date. Each option has its own inclusions; the list below does not combine their benefits into one ticket.Dubai Marina CruiseDubai Marina Cruise + Hotel TransfersDubai Creek CruiseDubai Creek Cruise + Hotel TransfersDubai Creek Cruise + Unlimited Pizza + Hotel TransfersPlan the rest of your Dubai visitCompare From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with 5-Star Dinner, Entertainment & Unlimited Drinks and From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks. Browse Dubai attractions and experiences for more ideas. Check each experience’s location and time before combining bookings, and leave room for travel and check-in. Separate attractions require their own tickets unless expressly included in the option you select.Cruises and waterfront experiences in DubaiFrom Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks: Spend two hours cruising Dubai Canal aboard a dhow, with an international buffet dinner and live music.From Dubai Marina: 1.5-Hour Sightseeing Speedboat Tour of Dubai Marina, Burj Al Arab & Atlantis: See Dubai Marina, Burj Al Arab and Atlantis from the water on a 90-minute sightseeing speedboat tour.Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner: Cruise Dubai Marina for two hours with an Indian buffet dinner, unlimited soft drinks and a light show.

Planning your visit to From Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks

Choose your date and participant options for From Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks before comparing the final price. Allow at least the listed 60 minutes for the experience, plus time for arrival and onward travel.

Can I cancel From Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the booked start time for a full refund. Reschedule at least 24 hours before the booked start time.

What is included in my ticket?

Review the inclusions and exclusions for the exact From Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks option you select. Do not assume that transport, meals or additional venue access are included unless stated.

Day Trip from Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan and Etihad Tower

Day Trip from Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan and Etihad Tower

Explore Abu Dhabi's fascinating past, present, and future with a memorable tour

Abu Dhabi Day Trips from Dubai

Listed duration: 480 minutes

About this experience and booking advice

Take a day trip from Dubai to Abu Dhabi's top sights. Visit the Grand Mosque, Etihad Towers, Qasr Al Watan, and drive along the Corniche. Get picked up from your Dubai hotel to start your day. On the way, your guide will tell you about this rich city by the Persian Gulf. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a vital part of the UAE's culture and religion. As you walk through its marble halls, see Swarovski chandeliers, intricate designs, and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet. Driving along the Abu Dhabi Corniche shows you the blue Persian Gulf and the city skyline. The Etihad Towers on the Corniche have restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues. From here, see the Emirates Palace and the city panorama. Explore Qasr Al Watan, a working presidential palace and cultural site. At this architectural wonder, you can learn how tradition shaped the UAE's history. Once your sightseeing day ends, take a comfortable ride back to your hotel.

Planning your visit to Abu Dhabi Day Trips from Dubai

Choose your date and participant options for Day Trip from Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan and Etihad Tower before comparing the final price. Allow at least the listed 480 minutes for the experience, plus time for arrival and onward travel.

Listed venue address: Trade Center Second - DIFC - Dubai - United Arab Emirates. Check your ticket for the exact entrance or meeting point.

Can I cancel Day Trip from Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan and Etihad Tower?

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.

What is included in my ticket?

Review the inclusions and exclusions for the exact Day Trip from Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan and Etihad Tower option you select. Do not assume that transport, meals or additional venue access are included unless stated.

Dubai Canal: Sunset Abra Cruise with High Tea

Dubai Canal: Sunset Abra Cruise with High Tea

Take in sunset views of the Burj Khalifa with high tea on the Dubai Canal

Dubai Sightseeing Cruises

Listed duration: 60 minutes

About this experience and booking advice

Hop aboard a traditional Abra and awaken your senses to the culture that graces the banks as you gently cruise along Dubai Canal. You'll get spectacular views of Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa, Mohammed Bin Rashid Library and more from a whole new angle. A High Tea, featuring scrumptious Emirati delicacies will elevate your journey on the oldest form of public transport in Dubai. Witness the golden sunset from the water as it changes the sky! Complete with taped commentary, the Abra rides are truly a unique way to experience Dubai.

Planning your visit to Dubai Sightseeing Cruises

Choose your date and participant options for Dubai Canal: Sunset Abra Cruise with High Tea before comparing the final price. Allow at least the listed 60 minutes for the experience, plus time for arrival and onward travel.

Listed venue address: 2. Check your ticket for the exact entrance or meeting point.

Can I cancel Dubai Canal: Sunset Abra Cruise with High Tea?

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.

What is included in my ticket?

Review the inclusions and exclusions for the exact Dubai Canal: Sunset Abra Cruise with High Tea option you select. Do not assume that transport, meals or additional venue access are included unless stated.

From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks

From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks

Book a two-hour Dubai Canal dhow cruise with an international buffet and live music. Choose the named drinks and hotel-transfer package that suits your evening.

Listed duration: 210 minutes

About this experience and booking advice

Spend two hours cruising Dubai Canal aboard a dhow, with an international buffet dinner and live music. Choose a cruise-only reservation or an option adding hotel transfers, a house-beverage package, or both. The selected package determines the transport and drinks included in your evening.Dinner on the canalThe cruise combines a seated meal with views from the water as the dhow follows its canal route. Arabic coffee and dates, taped commentary and live music are listed alongside the buffet. The route is Dubai Canal; it should not be confused with a Marina departure or a sightseeing speedboat trip around Atlantis.2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise: deck seating and the evening programmeThe operator lists an upper-deck upgrade at an extra charge payable on site. A particular deck or table should not be assumed unless confirmed. There may be an opportunity to see Dubai Festival City’s IMAGINE Show, but the show is operated separately and is explicitly not guaranteed. Allow time for boarding and use your voucher’s exact pier directions, or confirm collection arrangements when booking transfers.2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise: ticket options to compareChoose from the options available for your date. Each option has its own inclusions; the list below does not combine their benefits into one ticket.Dinner CruiseDinner Cruise with Hotel TransfersDinner Cruise with Unlimited Beverages and Hotel TransfersDinner Cruise with Unlimited BeveragesPlan the rest of your Dubai visitCompare From Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with 5-Star Dinner, Entertainment & Unlimited Drinks and Dine & Dazzle Evening Package: Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks + La Perle Show. Browse Dubai attractions and experiences for more ideas. Check each experience’s location and time before combining bookings, and leave room for travel and check-in. Separate attractions require their own tickets unless expressly included in the option you select.Cruises and waterfront experiences in DubaiFrom Dubai Marina/Creek: 1-Hour Sightseeing Dhow Cruise with Unlimited Soft Drinks: Choose a one-hour dhow sightseeing cruise on Dubai Marina or Dubai Creek, with unlimited soft drinks.Dubai Marina Luxury Dhow Cruise with Indian Buffet Dinner: Cruise Dubai Marina for two hours with an Indian buffet dinner, unlimited soft drinks and a light show.Private Luxury Yacht Rental from Dubai Harbour - Groups up to 12: Hire a private 46-foot yacht from Dubai Harbour for a group of up to 12 guests.

Planning your visit to From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks

Choose your date and participant options for From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks before comparing the final price. Allow at least the listed 210 minutes for the experience, plus time for arrival and onward travel.

Listed venue address: Next to imagine show,Dubai Festival City Mall. Check your ticket for the exact entrance or meeting point.

Can I cancel From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks?

This ticket is non-refundable. This ticket cannot be rescheduled.

What is included in my ticket?

Review the inclusions and exclusions for the exact From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks option you select. Do not assume that transport, meals or additional venue access are included unless stated.

Dine & Dazzle Evening Package: Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks + La Perle Show

Dine & Dazzle Evening Package: Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks + La Perle Show

Cruise the Dubai Canal on a stunning dhow, enjoy a lavish buffet, soak in skyline views, and wrap up the night with La Perle’s gravity-defying stunts. Operator: Amazon Tours

About this experience and booking advice

Your experience Get ready for a dazzling cruise Step aboard a luxury dhow and sail along the shimmering Dubai Canal, passing the city’s most iconic landmarks. Admire the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, the dazzling skyline of Downtown Dubai, and the Burj Khalifa. See the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary and glide beneath the region’s first sensor-operated waterfall bridge at Sheikh Zayed Bridge. As the city lights reflect on the water, indulge in a lavish buffet with Arabic and international delights. Savor flame-grilled seafood, lamb kofta, hummus with fresh-baked bread, and vibrant salads like tabbouleh. Enjoy live cooking stations with made-to-order pasta, followed by sweet treats like baklava and cheesecake. Sip unlimited soft drinks or upgrade to enjoy house beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits. A live saxophonist sets the mood with soulful melodies while the taped commentary shares fascinating insights about the sights around you. A mesmerizing show End your night with Dubai’s most breathtaking live show—La Perle. Inside a state-of-the-art aqua theater, world-class acrobats perform gravity-defying stunts, from high dives to aerial feats. Dazzling projections, mind-blowing stage effects, and cascading waterfalls transform each scene into a masterpiece. One moment, motorcyclists soar through the air; the next, performers twist through torrents of water. With a Silver Pass, you’ll have prime views of this jaw-dropping spectacle. Upgrade for seamless hotel transfers—because some nights deserve to be extraordinary.

Planning your visit to Dine & Dazzle Evening Package: Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks + La Perle Show

Choose your date and participant options for Dine & Dazzle Evening Package: Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks + La Perle Show before comparing the final price. Check the selected option for its duration and arrival instructions before planning your next activity.

Can I cancel Dine & Dazzle Evening Package: Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks + La Perle Show?

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.

What is included in my ticket?

Review the inclusions and exclusions for the exact Dine & Dazzle Evening Package: Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks + La Perle Show option you select. Do not assume that transport, meals or additional venue access are included unless stated.

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Dubai booking questions

Is a boat ticket the same as a sightseeing cruise?

Not necessarily. Read the selected product details for the route, number of journeys, departure point, commentary and any included food or drinks.

How do I book an experience in Dubai?

Choose a destination and browse the listed experiences. Open a product to review its details, select your date and ticket option, and check the final price before completing your booking.

What does the starting price include?

A starting price is a guide for the product, not a quote for every date or group. Inclusions, participant types and available options differ. The booking page confirms the price and terms for your selection.

Can I cancel or change my tickets?

Cancellation and amendment terms vary by product and ticket option. Read the specific policy before paying. Do not assume that a ticket is refundable or can be moved to another date.

How should I plan my day in Dubai?

For outdoor activities, check weather guidance and the operator’s meeting or pick-up instructions. Do not assume hotel transfers are included.

Which language is the experience offered in?

Check the language of the specific tour, guide or audio option before booking. The language used on this guide does not guarantee that an experience is delivered in English. Confirm the selected option if you need another language.

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