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Traditional dhows and abra boats moored on Dubai Creek with the old town skyline behind
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Dubai Marina dhow cruise dinner

A two-hour dinner cruise along Dubai Marina on a traditional dhow, with a buffet and skyline views.

Duration
2 hours
Pickup
No pickup included; meet at the marina. Ask us to add hotel transfers
Group
Shared dhow, with a table for your group
Languages
English-speaking crew and host
Cancellation
Free up to 24 hours before boarding
Confirmation
Within a few hours of your request
  • Dubai Marina skyline lit up at night with a dinner cruise boat and yachts on the water
  • A traditional blue and white dhow moored by the creek in Dubai
  • The towers of Dubai Marina, including the twisting Cayan Tower, above the water and moored yachts
  • A boat crossing Dubai Marina at sunset, palm leaves in front of the towers

Highlights

  • Two-hour cruise through Dubai Marina
  • International buffet dinner on board
  • Live music and skyline views lit up at night
  • Shaded lower deck and open upper deck seating

Why you’ll love it

  • The marina lit up from the water

    You glide between the Marina towers as their lights come on, a view you only get from the water.

  • Dinner on the move

    A buffet of Arabic and international dishes, with vegetarian choices, served while the boat is under way.

  • Indoors or out

    Sit on the air-conditioned lower deck or the open upper deck, whichever suits the evening, as seats allow.

  • Easy for every age

    Two hours on the sheltered marina with no early start or long walks, so it suits grandparents and children alike.

How the day runs

  1. 8:00 pm

    Boarding

    Check in at the marina and board your dhow.

  2. 8:15 pm

    Departure

    The dhow sets off along the marina, past the towers and yacht clubs.

  3. 8:30 pm

    Buffet dinner

    A buffet of Arabic and international dishes is served as you cruise.

  4. 9:15 pm

    Live music

    A singer or tanoura performer plays on the lower deck while you enjoy the skyline.

  5. 10:00 pm

    Return to dock

    The dhow returns to the marina and you disembark.

What’s included

Included

  • Two-hour dhow cruise
  • Buffet dinner
  • Soft drinks, tea and coffee
  • Live entertainment on board

Not included

  • Hotel transfers (ask us to add these)
  • Alcoholic drinks

Good to know

What to bring

  • Smart casual clothes
  • A light jacket for the open deck in winter
  • Flat shoes for stepping on board
  • Your booking confirmation on your phone

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users (steps to board and between decks)
  • Anyone hoping for a quiet, private dinner (the dhow is shared)

Know before you go

  • The dhow leaves on time and cannot wait: be at the marina by boarding time.
  • In strong winds the port authorities can stop boats sailing; we then offer a refund or a new date.
  • Live entertainment may pause during Ramadan; the cruise and dinner still run.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before boarding. Cancellations after that, and no-shows, are charged in full. If the cruise is called off for weather or by the port authorities, you choose a full refund or a new date.

Questions

Is there a dress code?

Smart casual. Bring a light jacket, as it can be breezy on the open deck.

Can you seat us at a window table?

Window and outdoor deck seating is first come, first served on board. Arrive at boarding time for the best choice.

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