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From Dubai Marina: Alexandra Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Entertainment
- Set sail for a 2-hour cruise aboard the Alexandra Dhow. It’s not just any boat – it’s an award-winning floating restaurant!
- This cruise features a buffet spread with Indian and international options including sizzling hot koftas and kebabs fresh from the live grill stations.
- As you cruise and dine, keep an eye out for Dubai Mall, the mega yachts, and the fancy residences lining the Dubai Marina.
- Get a taste of Emirati culture with a welcome drink and dates. Plus, there's a live Tanura dance show to keep you entertained.
- You get to pick your vibe: the open-air upper deck or the air-conditioned lower deck. And add hotel transfers to the mix if you want.
Inclusions
- 2-hour cruise in Dubai Marina
- Full-course international buffet dinner (menu here).
- Welcome refreshments, dates & coffee
- Mineral water and soft drinks
- Performance by a female vocalist
- Performance by male Tanura dancer
- Transfers (optional upgrade)
- Access to upper deck/lower deck (based on the option selected)
- Tip: Make sure to carry a jacket as it might get chilly at night.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Set sail on the blue waters of the renowned Dubai Marina Esplanade and soak in the sights.
- Have a royal feast as you relish a five-star international buffet accompanied by unlimited drinks, ambient live music, and stunning views of Dubai's towering skyline.
- View the picturesque Atlantis hotel as you sail through Palm Jumeirah and the sights of New Dubai.
- The yacht is well equipped with space, panoramic views, and a friendly onboard crew to look after your needs.
- Enjoy every inch of this lavish experience with private tables for each group and a red carpet entrance.
Inclusions
- 90-minute cruise around the Dubai Marina on a five-star cruise boat
- Red carpet entrance
- Welcome drink on arrival
- International five-star buffet
- Access to the fully air-conditioned lower deck and open-air upper deck
- Onboard toilet facilities
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Make your evening by the harbor extra special with a 2-hour cruise on a traditional dhow, complete with sightseeing and a buffet dinner.
- Departing from Dubai Marina, see all the glitz and glam the modern district has to offer, from the Ain Dubai Ferris wheel to the fancy yachts.
- Fuel up on the buffet spread, featuring everything from Asian delights to Indian curries, catering to vegetarians and meat lovers alike.
- The cruise stands out for its live Tanura show stirring Arabic and Hindi tunes, complemented by a true Emirati welcome, with drinks to cheer and dates to cherish.
- Arrive early and pick your spot: the open-air upper deck or the air-conditioned lower deck.
Inclusions
- 2-hour Dubai Marina Dhow cruise
- Buffet dinner (veg and non-veg)
- Welcome drink and dates
- Soft drinks and water
Exclusions
- Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
- Tip: For the best views, secure a spot near the railings of the Dhow. You'll get an unobstructed view of the marina and the city's landmarks.
- Facilities: Pram/Stroller Accessibility.
- Note: Seat allocation is done by the staff on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The pick-up time for the Dhow cruise with transfer is scheduled between 6-7pm, varying by area (limited to Deira, Bur Dubai, and Sheikh Zayed Road till Barsha). The exact pick-up time will be confirmed by 5pm on the tour day.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Take in the lights and sights of the Dubai Marina under the starry sky on this 90-minute Arabian wooden dhow cruise.
- Drift past beautiful houses along the banks, The Dubai Marina Yacht Club Promenade, Dubai Marina Mall, and even the Palm Jumeirah.
- For dinner, feast on a delicious dinner with plenty of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices.
- Sit back and watch the 2-piece entertainment program that includes a female vocalist and a male tanura dance show.
Inclusions
- 90-minute cruise
- Welcome drink
- Buffet dinner (veg and nonveg options)
- Live entertainment - Tanoura Show with Soft background music
- Unlimited soft drinks, water, tea & coffee
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- This 1-hour abra ride through the Dubai Canal is perfect for sightseeing in Dubai, taking you back to a time before the skyscrapers took over.
- Light refreshments and soft beverages are served onboard. But if you want a taste of local culture, opt for the complete Emirati high tea package.
- The abra itself is pretty intimate, only holding about 20 people. The onboard narration makes it even more engaging.
- From the Dubai design district to Business Bay’s glitzy high-rises and Burj Khalifa, you’ll see it all from the 3.2km waterway that slices through the city.
- Think the views are great? Wait until sunset. Upgrade your ticket and watch the city light up in beautiful hues of oranges and reds.
Inclusions
- 60-min cruise in a traditional abra on Dubai Water Canal
- Mineral water & refreshments
- Pre-recorded commentary onboard
- Emirati high tea (as per option selected)
- Tip: Keep a lookout for dolphins and other marine life.
- The meeting and drop-off point will be at Dubai Festival City Mall.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Get ready to make your Dubai trip a breeze with the Explorer Pass offering free entry tickets, discounted tickets, and food tours.
- Say goodbye to wallet-woes and gain a whopping 50% off, on attraction tickets to iconic gems like the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Frame, and Dubai Miracle Garden.
- Hold on, there's more! The pass allows you to explore Dubai aboard the Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour, with not 1, but 2 routes to choose from.
- With 4 pass options for you, take your pick from 3, 4, 5, or 7 attractions and tours.
- Dive into the tour with the "Go City App”, uncovering the best city hotspots, city maps, and expert tips to plan your dream Dubai itinerary.
Inclusions
- Variants: 3 to 7 attractions (depending on ticket selected)
- Access to 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour
- Museums, attractions: Dubai Miracle Garden, Museum of the Future, & more
- Cruises: Sunset dinner cruise Dubai Marina, Marina yacht tour, Dhow dinner cruise Dubai Creek & more
- Activities: Morning dune bashing, Dubai Old Town tour, Arabian culinary experience at Al Hallab
- Digital guide
- Free Go City app (iOS and Android)
- Get complete details here
Exclusions
- Transportation to/from attractions unless stated
- Some attractions may require reservations. Your pass must be valid on the day of the reservation.
- You can visit each attraction only once.
- Please note that the Hop-On Hop-Off tour is counted as an attraction, and you will be allowed to use it for only 1 day.
- In rare cases, some attractions may be closed for scheduled maintenance. We recommend checking the venue website and planning ahead to avoid closure dates.
- Certain Ferrari World rides are currently undergoing maintenance:
- After gaining your digital pass, download the "Go City App" and enter the confirmation code included on the ticket.
- The pass is valid for 60 days following the first usage at any attraction or tour.
- Find all the information regarding opening hours, reservations required, and a handy digital map.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 24 months.
- These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
- Hop aboard a traditionally-decorated wooden Dhow for a memorable night with hassle-free transfers included.
- Watch the illuminated souks, palaces, and the Heritage Village float past you on Dubai Creek.
- Savor a buffet dinner of Arabic and international cuisines with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options with a cup of Arabian coffee.
- Upgrade your ticket and get access to the upper deck for a gorgeous skyline view.
Inclusions
- 90-minute cruise along the Dubai Creek
- Welcome drink
- Continental and Arabic traditional dinner buffet (veg & non-veg)
- Unlimited soft drinks and water
- Live music
- Tanoura & puppet show
- Hotel transfers (optional)
- Upper deck access (optional)
Exclusions
- Alcoholic beverages
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Cruise past Dubai's iconic landmarks by selecting from a wide range of exciting speedboat tours.
- Marvel at the famous Twisted Tower, Ain Dubai, and more.
- Take in the beauty of Dubai as the sun sets on the City of Gold.
- Choose from 5 ticket options ranging from 30-minute to 99-minute to customize your tour to your interests and budget.
Inclusions
- 30/45/60/75/99-minute speedboat tour (as per option selected)
- Expert guide
- Life jacket
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Meals
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Tip: Make sure to carry your sunglasses and sunscreen to make the most of your time in the sun.
- Children below 15kg and under are not allowed on this tour.
- Pregnant women are not allowed on this tour.
- This tour is not suitable for people suffering from back pain.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Set sail on a relaxing cruise and see Dubai’s most dazzling attractions!
- Make your way to the Dubai Marina Lagoon and get ready to discover a whole other side of the city
- Drift past the incredible Palm Jumeirah, a tree-shaped island with glitzy hotels, fancy apartments and luxury restaurants
- Here you will see the Atlantis, The Palm Hotel as well as the Aquaventure Park, the largest waterpark in the Middle East
- See the Ain Dubai in JBR, the world’s highest observation wheel
- Towards the end of the trip you will pass by the towering Burj Al Arab
- Your ticket includes a 90-minute boat trip, safety life jackets and a bottle of water
- Click here for the route map
Inclusions
- 90-minute ride
- Speedboat tour
- Safety life jackets
- Bottle of water
Exclusions
- Round-trip hotel transfers
- Infants aged 3 and under can go for free. Children aged 4-12 enjoy reduced price tickets (carry a valid photo ID).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Enjoy a relaxing 2-hour dinner cruise along the Dubai Water Canal, sailing in style in a luxury dhow.
- Pass by world-famous attractions such as the iconic Burj Khalifa and JW Marriott Marquis, the impressive Sheikh Zayed Waterfall Bridge, Dubai's Design District, and more.
- Savor international dishes and a selection of beverages including tea, coffee, and soft drinks as you dine alfresco on this glass-encased cruise.
- Enhance your evening with the IMAGINE Show and listen to the saxophonist play your favorite tunes.
- This experience also has the great option to include hotel transfers and house beverages.
Inclusions
- 2-hour cruise along the banks of the Dubai Water Canal
- International buffet
- The IMAGINE show
- Live saxophonist onboard
- Hotel transfers (optional)
- House beverages (optional)
- Tip: Be sure to capture a pictures with the buildings near the Creek illuminating like daylight in the background.
- If heading directly to the cruise, the reporting time is 6:30pm. If opting for hotel transfers, please be ready from 5:45pm.
- The ticket option including house beverages is only for guests above 21.
- Guests can be dressed casually for this cruise. The setting is primarily informal so smart casuals are fine.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Book Your Dubai Dhow Cruises
The city of Dubai has long enchanted the minds of individuals from all around the world. When one thinks of the City of Gold, the mind immediately jumps to a picture of extravagance and opulence; towering architectural marvels like the Burj Khalifa and Palm Islands, an endless of both the golden deserts and rich blue oceans, decadent food, and a glittering city full of life.
Tourists from around the world flock towards Dubai each year to be a part of the city’s pulse. An out-of-the-ordinary way to explore its best parts is by going for a dhow cruise in Dubai. A dhow is a sturdily-designed wooden boat, traditionally used by Dubai’s fishing communities.
Today, a Dubai cruise is one of the most popular tourist attractions to try in the city; visitors can choose to ride along several locations -- Dubai Marina, Dubai Creek and Dubai Water Canal. Each cruise offers guests a unique experience, whether it’s the ambiance, famous sights around or delicious buffet meals and live entertainment. The next time you’re thinking to try something different, a Dubai dhow cruise should be high up your bucket list.
Dubai Dhow Cruise Locations
Dubai Marina
The Dubai Marina is one of the most beautiful locations in the City of Gold. When on a Marina cruise in Dubai, prepare to feast your eyes on the eye-catching, towering skyscrapers around you, while you are serenaded by the bright blue ocean. Keep an eye out for architectural marvels like the Palm Islands, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Marina residences, JBR, the Atlantis Hotel and more.
Dubai Creek
Explore the olden, charming parts of the city on a Dubai Creek cruise. The ambiance of still waters and traditional music is the perfect backdrop as you take in sights on the quieter side of the city. You’ll get the chance to observe landmarks like Heritage Village, National Bank of Dubai, Sheikh Saeed’s House and Chamber of Commerce & Industry Building among others.
Dubai Water Canal
Cruise along the Dubai Water Canal and take in the glittering landmarks in the city. While on a Canal cruise in Dubai, either on anAbraor a luxury cruise, you’ll sail along the Water Canal and get the opportunity to spot sites like Festival City, Business Bay, Burj Khalifa, Ras Al Khor Sanctuary along with an impressive view of the city’s spectacular skyline.
All Your Dubai Dhow Cruise Options
There are a variety of factors to keep in mind before selecting which Dubai dhow cruise to go for. You can make your choice based on which location you would like to board from, what landmarks you would like to see, whether you’re looking for a dining experience, or are looking to club your cruise with other activities like a desert safari. Here are all the factors to keep in mind when decided what cruise to go for.
Creek vs Marina vs Canal
The most important thing to remember before making your reservation is the location of your dhow cruise. The top options in the city are the Dubai Creek, Dubai Marina and the Dubai Canal.
If you’re looking to observe the city’s historic past and observe classic buildings like Heritage Village and old souks, you should look to book a dhow cruise on Dubai Creek.
If you would like to soak in the city’s towering, architecturally-significant skyline, then you can opt for a Dubai Marina dhow cruise. If you book a Canal cruise in Dubai, you can either ride on the traditional Abra or go for a luxury cruise on the Water Canal.
Sightseeing vs Dinner
The next thing to consider before booking your dhow cruise is to opt for a cruise that exclusively offers sightseeing or dinner. If you book a standard sightseeing cruise along the Creek, Marina or Canal, you can soak in landmarks around you like the Atlantis Hotel at the Dubai Marina. However, if you’re looking to make your ride a memorable experience, opt for a dinner cruise in Dubai at the Creek or Marina. The highlight of your wholesome journey will include an exclusive continental buffet, along with live entertainment options. Your standard sightseeing cruise does not include dinner; however, all dinner experiences allow you to engage in sightseeing.
Ferry vs Yacht vs Boat
Apart from dhow cruises along the Dubai Marina, Dubai Creek and Dubai Water Canal, guests also have the option to opt for rides on ferries, yachts and other boats.
If you opt for a ferry, a smaller water vehicle, you can enjoy a 1-hour long ride inside air-conditioned decks along the Dubai Marina and take in interesting sights like Palm Island, Burj Al Arab and JBR Beach. For an ultra-luxurious experience, book a Dubai yacht tour. Onboard a lavish yacht tour, guests can avail services like a continent buffet meal, the onboard swimming pool and multiple entertainment decks, all while enjoying a fantastic view of sights like the Palm.
Combo Tours
If you’re in Dubai for a short while and are looking for a quick way to cover all major attractions, your best bet would be to opt for a combo tour.
Usually covered over a span of two days, you can choose your combo ticket based on what attractions you would like to cover. Your combo tour not only includes a dhow cruise on Dubai Creek, but also includes experiences like a visit to landmarks like the Burj Khalifa, a desert safari in Dubai, or a tour of the city’s most historic and popular attractions. With these tours, you can cover all the essential tourist points in the city.
Choose the Right Dubai Dhow Cruise
Sightseeing
There’s plenty to see while on a Dubai dhow Cruise. You should select your cruise depending on which part of the city you would like to explore. Dubai cruises cover landmarks across the Dubai Creek, Dubai Marina, and Dubai Water Canal. While a cruise on the Creek covers several parts of old Dubai like the old souks, a cruise along the Marina lets you observe the new-age, architecturally-significant landmarks of the city, like the Burj Khalifa, JBR, Atlantis Hotel, and more.
Meals
When surrounded by the blue sea and towering glass buildings, the perfect thing to complement your view is a delicious meal. If you opt for a dinner cruise in Dubai, your experience would include welcome refreshments with some dates, a lavish continental buffet with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, unlimited mineral water and soft drinks, and depending on your package, live cooking stations as well.
Keep in mind, not all cruises include meals; you would have to book one that specifically includes lunch/dinner.
Entertainment
If you opt for a dinner cruise in Dubai, not only do you get a delicious multi-course buffet meal, but also get live entertainment as part of the package. During your cruise along the Creek or Marina, while you gaze at the remarkable sights around, you will be serenaded with live music. The vocalist would perform some peppy tunes to keep the audience entertained. Guests would also be treated to experiences like a puppet show or Tanoura dance performance, depending on the package they opt for.
Plan Your Dubai Dhow Cruise Experience
Dubai Marina
Dubai Creek
Dubai Water Canal
What are Dubai Marina cruise timings?
Generally, Dubai Marina dhow cruise timings are between 09:00 PM to 11:00 PM daily. Boarding begins at 08:30 PM. Each cruise lasts for approximately 2 hours.
Where does a Dubai Marina cruise depart from?
Most Marina cruises in the city depart from the Dubai Marina Promenade. Please check your ticket for further details.
Google Map Directions.
How do I get to the Dubai Marina Promenade?
The best way to get to the Dubai Marina Promenade is by taking the metro and getting off at the JLT metro station. From there, the pier is at a 10-minute walking distance.
What are dhow cruise timings at the Dubai Creek?
Timings for a Dubai Creek cruise vary depending on the time of day you choose. Evening cruises last for two hours and run between 09:00 PM to 11:00 PM daily, while morning cruises run in hourly intervals from 10:30 AM every day.
Where does a dhow cruise at Dubai Creek depart from?
Most cruises depart from Baniyas Road at Dubai Creek. Please check your ticket for further details.
Google Map Directions.
How do I get to Dubai Creek?
The fastest way to get to Dubai Creek is by taking a metro to Union Station. From there, you can simply walk to your destination.
What are Canal cruise Dubai timings?
You can go for a Water Canal cruise in Dubai throughout the day. The 2-hour evening cruises are generally between 08:30 PM to 10:30 PM, while the day cruises start from 10:00 AM each day.
Where do I board a Canal cruise in Dubai?
The location for each Canal cruise varies based on the one you choose. With your ticket, you will get specific information about where to board your cruise.
Dubai Dhow Cruise FAQs
What safety measures are in place for a Dubai dhow cruise?
Guests can book their dhow cruises in Dubai online now, to eliminate the hassle of physical contact or waiting lines.
Which Dubai cruises are available?
Visitors can choose a cruise along the Dubai Marina, Dubai Creek or Dubai Water Canal.
What are Dubai dhow cruise timings?
Timings for your cruise vary depending on the slot you choose. Evening dinner cruises, as well as day-time cruises, are open to the public. You can choose your cruise based on your convenience and their availability.
What is the location of dhow cruises in Dubai?
Since there are multiple locations and operators, there is no specific location for a dhow cruise. Depending on whether you book a cruise at the Dubai Marina, Dubai Creek or Dubai Water Canal, you will receive the exact location with your confirmed ticket.
Are dinner cruises in Dubai now open to the public?
Yes. Dhow cruise dinners are now open to the public. Each cruise lasts for about 2 hours and includes a continental buffet and live entertainment.
What is the cancelation policy for a Dubai cruise?
It depends on your reservation. While some Dubai cruises offer full cancelation if canceled within the stipulated time, others will not provide any refund if canceled.