Luxury Dhow Cruise Dubai on the Marina, Creek & Canal
Sail Dubai’s three iconic waterways on a traditional wooden dhow with a buffet dinner, live Tanoura show and open-deck skyline views, every evening from AED 60 per adult. Planning New Year’s Eve? Welcome 2027 with front-row fireworks from the water.
- Instant WhatsApp confirmation
- Full refund up to 48 h before
- Kids under 3 sail free
Dubai’s Dinner Cruise on a Traditional Wooden Dhow
A dhow cruise in Dubai pairs the charm of a hand-built Arabian dhow with an evening of good food and live entertainment. You board at sunset, take your table on the air-conditioned lower deck or the open-air upper deck, and sail while the city lights up around you.
Choose the skyscraper glamour of a Dubai Marina dhow cruise, the heritage of a Dubai Creek cruise, or the calm of a Dubai Canal cruise. Every cruise includes a buffet dinner, soft drinks and live entertainment.
- Air-conditioned lower deck
- Open-air upper deck
- Groups of 10+ get special rates
- Hotel pick-up on request
Choose Your Dhow Cruise in Dubai
Each route shows you a different Dubai, from historic trading wharves to a canyon of glass towers.
Heritage routeDubai Creek Dhow Cruise
Sail past Deira, the souks, Al Fahidi and Al Seef, the historic heart of old Dubai, on calm sheltered water.
Skyline routeDubai Marina Dhow Cruise
Glide past illuminated towers, JBR, Bluewaters and Ain Dubai, boarding at Dubai Harbour.
Burj Khalifa viewsDubai Canal Dhow Cruise
Pass under the illuminated Waterfall Bridge with the Burj Khalifa on the skyline, the calmest of the three routes.
Dhow Cruise Packages & Prices
Adult prices per person. Children under 3 free, ages 4–10 at the child rate.
Dubai CreekBasic Dhow Cruise Creek
AED 60 / adult
View details →Dubai CanalBasic Dhow Cruise Canal
AED 100 / adult
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Dubai MarinaBasic Dhow Cruise Marina
AED 120 / adult
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Dubai MarinaPremium Dhow Cruise Marina
AED 175 / adult
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Dubai MarinaRoyal Dhow Cruise Marina ADR
AED 200 / adult
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Dubai CanalPremium Dhow Cruise Canal
AED 250 / adult
View details →New Year’s Eve Dhow Cruise Dubai 2027
Gala dinner, live entertainment and a midnight countdown on the water with front-row views of Dubai’s fireworks. 11 NYE packages from AED 1,000 per person. Seats usually sell out weeks before 31 December.
Why Book Your Dubai Dhow Cruise with Us?
Traditional Arabian dhows, generous food and a team that answers on WhatsApp within minutes.
Prime Locations
Cruises on Dubai Marina, Dubai Creek and the Dubai Water Canal.
Buffet Dining
International and Arabic buffet dinner with soft drinks on every cruise.
Live Culture
Tanoura dance and live entertainment as you sail.
Celebrations
Private dhows for proposals, birthdays, anniversaries and corporate dinners.
Flexible Booking
Full refund up to 48 hours before, and special rates for groups of 10+.
Evenings on Dubai’s Waters
Loved by couples, families and groups
Guests book with us for the food, the views and the service. Read what recent guests say on Google.
Read Google Reviews →Plan Your Dhow Cruise
Prices
Dhow Cruise Dubai Price Guide
What affects the price and what you get for your money.
Read guide →New Year’s Eve
New Year Fireworks in Dubai 2027
Where to watch the fireworks from the water.
Read guide →Compare routes
Dubai Creek vs Dubai Marina
Which dhow cruise suits you, side by side.
Read guide →Couples
Romantic Dhow Cruise for Couples
Anniversaries, proposals and date nights on deck.
Read guide →Families
Family Dhow Cruise in Dubai
Tips for a relaxed evening with children.
Read guide →Planning
Dhow Cruise Dress Code
What to wear on a Dubai dinner cruise.
Read guide →Dhow Cruise Dubai: Quick Answers
How much is a dhow cruise in Dubai?
Dinner cruises start from AED 60 per adult on Dubai Creek, AED 100 on the Dubai Water Canal and AED 120 on Dubai Marina. Premium, Royal and catamaran packages cost more; every package page shows the adult and child price.
Which dhow cruise is best: Marina, Creek or Canal?
Choose Dubai Creek for heritage views of old Dubai and the best value, Dubai Marina for skyscrapers, JBR and Ain Dubai, and the Dubai Water Canal for a calmer route with the Burj Khalifa skyline and the Waterfall Bridge.
Is there a child price?
Yes. Children under 3 sail free and children aged 4 to 10 pay the child rate shown on each package.
What is your cancellation policy?
You get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hours before the cruise.
Is hotel pick-up included?
Hotel pick-up is not included in the cruise price, but we can add a transfer for you. Ask on WhatsApp when you book.
Where do Dubai Marina cruises board?
Our Dubai Marina cruises board at Dubai Harbour. You receive the exact pier and boarding time on WhatsApp with your booking confirmation.
Do you offer group or private bookings?
Yes. Groups of 10 or more get special rates, and private dhows can be booked for birthdays, proposals, anniversaries and corporate events.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp at +971 52 735 9901 or call +971 4 295 9948 with your date, route and number of guests. We confirm on WhatsApp.
Do you run New Year’s Eve cruises?
Yes. We run 11 New Year’s Eve fireworks packages on Dubai Marina, Dubai Creek and the Dubai Canal, from AED 1,000 to AED 2,000 per person. Seats sell out before 31 December.