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Dubai Marina Dhow Dinner Cruise with Transfers

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Dubai Marina comes alive after dark, but enjoying the views often comes with a crowd. This evening dhow (traditional wooden boat) cruise combines sightseeing and dining into one relaxed experience—away from busy viewpoints. Glide through Dubai Marina and past illuminated skyscrapers and landmarks such as Dubai Marina Mall and the Palm Jumeirah, all while enjoying a delicious buffet dinner onboard.
  • Pickup and drop-off from central Dubai hotels included for ease
  • No need to juggle sightseeing and restaurant reservations—this cruise covers both
  • Enjoy a view of the city that's only available from the water
  • The evening cruise leaves the rest of the day free to explore

What's Included

  • 2-hour Dubai Marina dhow cruise
  • Dinner
    Buffet dinner with unlimited sodas, water, tea, and coffee
  • Live entertainment on board (Subject to change)
  • Central Dubai pickup and drop-off Sharing
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

1. Pick up and drop off from all Dubai central hotels only included in the package 2. Pick up and drop off (sharing) is not included from following areas: Al Maha desert resort, Bab al shams, Al Furjan, Expo city area, Silicon oasis, Jebel Ali, Jumeirah Village Triangle or any area not coming in the city central limits. if your hotel is falling outside the city limits we can arrange the private transportation only but with additional supplement applicable

Operating hours
.7:00 pm

Itinerary

After pickup from your central Dubai hotel, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Dubai Marina, where your illuminated dhow (traditional wooden boat) awaits.

Be welcomed by the crew, then stroll around to find a spot on deck, before setting sail along the 2-mile (3.2-kilometer) marina.

Take photos of the illuminated landmarks, including Dubai Marina Yacht Club, Dubai Marina Mall, and the Cayan Tower—a 1,004-foot (306-meter) residential tower with a twisting, helical shape. Enjoy the sea breezes as you view the Palm Jumeirah, home to several 5-star hotels, including Atlantis The Palm.

While you sail, savor an all-you-can-eat Arabian and international buffet, all served with unlimited soda, water, tea, and coffee. Alcoholic drinks are also available to purchase (own expense).

After your cruise, disembark and hop aboard a return transfer to your hotel.
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Daytur Dubai Tourism

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Dubai Marina Yacht Club (Pass By)

Dubai Marina (Pass By)

Dubai Marina Mall (Pass By)

Ain Dubai (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour includes shared central Dubai hotel pickup and drop-off with other guests
  • Children under 3 years are free of charge
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Minimum 2 guests required to book this tour
  • During Ramadan please note that there will be no entertainment on board (Tadoora show, live singing) and no alcohol served
  • During Ramadan period the sailing and starting time is subject to change
  • Kindly note the pick up and drop off is sharing basis with other guests
  • Pick up and drop off is not included from the areas like jumeirah village triangle, silicon oasis, Ibn batuta, al furjan, Dubai south, IMPZ and another area not coming in central hotels
  • Seating on cruise is random assigned being shared cruise. Lower deck is indoor and upper deck is outdoor
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Traveler Photos

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Featured review

Calum_C
Lovely boat, friendly crew and great food. Entertainment good. Very smooth. Great evening very romantic........

Reviews

3.7
based on 7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Very sour experience

michaela_i, May 2024
2 hours in traffic ,only stale Indian food although this is middle eastern country Poor quality entertainment Drinks alcoholic were not original

Response from Host, May 2024

Hello, sorry to hear about but to clear that transportation is sharing as per contract. Food it is based on buffet sharing. alcoholic drinks if you got the local brand based it will be local brand only. Thank you Daytur Dubai

Good but needs improvement

Robert_C, Sep 2023
The food was good, hotel pickup was reliable and timely. The seating on top of boat was a bit chaotic.

Great trip

Calum_C, Aug 2023
Lovely boat, friendly crew and great food. Entertainment good. Very smooth. Great evening very romantic........

The entertainment was...

Milena_M, Feb 2023
The entertainment was great! All the crew also! The boat is great! The transportation was awful, 2 hours in one direction with old and dirty bus.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Dear Guest, Sorry to hear about your experience regarding the transportation part. the transportation is sharing with other guests as per the contract advised. and it is totally based on the location of your hotel where you staying. Thank you Daytur Dubai

Amazing Views!

YAJAIRA_O, Mar 2022
It was a nice evening. The food was okay, the fish was especially delicious. The service was great. The dancer was amazing and made everyone feel a part of the show.

enjoyed this, food was good and...

Ian S, Feb 2017
enjoyed this, food was good and transfers very good.

From $95.00

per person

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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On average, this is booked 10 days in advance.

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