Day Cruises in United Arab Emirates

Whizz over Dubai's waters past skyscrapers and other landmarks on a private speedboat trip. Board your high-speed boat at Dubai Marina, and feel the thrill as your personal skipper opens the throttle. Feel the breezes whip through your hair as you rocket around the palm-shaped Palm Jumeirah and back. Drink in incredible views of the Burj Al-Arab, Atlantis The Palm and Jumeirah Beach, enjoy your own music on the onboard sound system, and sip on unlimited complimentary drinks. Choose a 2-, 3- or 4-hour trip with up to 10 passengers.

Admire modern Dubai's landmarks from the sea on this yacht trip from Dubai Marina. Settle aboard a deluxe motor yacht and glide around the outer crescent of the Palm Jumeirah, the world's largest artificial island. Pass the Atlantis hotel, sail on to the Burj Al Arab, and enjoy an optional swim in the Palm Lagoon. As you cruise, enjoy sodas and music as finishing touches. Water, life vests, and fishing equipment (on request) also provided.

The glittering skyscrapers, shopping malls, and manmade islands of Dubai Marina add up to make it one of the world's most impressive waterfront complexes, and the best views are from the water. Hop aboard a traditional Arabian Dhow for a 1-hour cruise around the marina, passing the Palm Jumeirah islands, Jumeirah beach and the futuristic Burj Al Arab hotel.

Zip around the Palm Jumeirah and The World archipelagos by speedboat on a thrilling 2-hour cruise from Dubai. Board your sleek vessel and jet around the Palm, the palm-tree-shaped archipelago off Jumeirah. Gaze at the colossal Atlantis The Palm hotel and speed further out to sea to The World, with its artificial islets designed to resemble different countries. Lastly, cruise around the stunning, sail-shaped Burj Al-Arab. Choose from three departure times, and enjoy complimentary sodas and water, and a personalized atmosphere on this small-group experience, limited to just six people.

Travel on the open waters of the Gulf, speeding across the major landmarks of Dubai. You will surely enjoy what's considered one of the best things to do in Dubai with your family and friends.

Abu Dhabi's maze of islands means that many of its sights are best seen from the water. Save time on the ground by prebooking this cruise along the Khor Al Maqta creek, and enjoy sights such as the Maqta Fort and Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque from a traditional 'abra' boat. Plus, cruise toward the Mangrove National Park to look for its flamingos and admire the city from another angle.

View the Palm Jumeirah and other Dubai landmarks from the water on a RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) cruise. Board an RIB with a skipper, and cruise Dubai's coastline with a camera in hand to enjoy the sights. Speed around the outer edges of the Palm past the Atlantis, The Palm; take in the tower-lined Dubai Marina and Palm Lagoon; and admire the Burj Al Arab. Live onboard commentary and choice of several departure times included.

Admire the sights of Dubai, including Burj Al Arab, from the water on a boat cruise for up to 10 travelers. With a captain at the helm, glide along the waterfront to take in views of Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah and the sea for a relaxing way to admire this fascinating city.

Enjoy the VIP lifestyle in Dubai on this 2-hour private cruise on a skippered yacht. Laze aboard a 42-foot (12.8-meter) modern yacht and admire Dubai's skyline from the water, cruising by the landmark Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab and more. Ask your skipper to stop for swimming or fishing, and bring your own music, food, and drinks (own expense). Choose a day or evening cruise, with sodas, water, and fishing equipment provided.

Zip and zoom along Dubai's most spectacular stretch of coast on a 60-, 75- or 99-minute cruise by RIB (rigid-inflatable boat). Step aboard your high-speed craft at Dubai Marina, and hold the rails as your skipper opens the throttle and speeds you over the waves. Whizz around the man-made archipelago of Palm Jumeirah, and enjoy unobstructed views of the Palm Atlantis, Burj Al-Arab, royal palaces, and Dubai Lagoon from the sea. This RIB cruise is limited to a maximum of 10 people, so you enjoy a more personalized experience.

See the skyscrapers and sights of Abu Dhabi from a brilliant yellow RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) on this 60- or 90-minute cruise. With a skipper at the wheel, hold tight and enjoy the sea spray as your boat bounces across the waters of the Arabian Gulf along Abu Dhabi's shores. Stop for photos of the high-rises along the palm-lined Corniche; zip by Lulu Island, the Heritage Village, and spectacular Emirates Palace hotel; and watch for pods of dolphins in the sea as you listen to the commentary on board.

Take a Dubai sightseeing tour with a difference on this fun-packed, 1-hour 30 minutes amphibious land and water adventure. Board an 'amphibus,' commonly known as a 'duck,' and drive around Bur Dubai to see the picturesque wind-towers and historical creekside quarter of Shindagha. Next, splash down into Dubai Creek as your bus miraculously turns into a boat. Relax as you cruise by the Spice Souk and Deira Twin Towers, and watch the passing 'dhows' (traditional Arabic boats) and other vessels as your guide shares fun facts about the landmarks and Dubai's history.

The "RUSTAR" dhow is the world's largest wooden floating restaurant according to the World Records Academy. The dhow is 155ft long and able to accommodate up to 400 persons at a time, across its 3 level seating arrangement. It has a cozy lower deck for private gatherings, a spacious dining hall on the middle deck and an open-air arrangement on the upper deck.  Aboard the dhow, you can expect a traditional welcome with hot or cold towels and Arabic coffee with dates. The dinner buffet encompasses dishes from continental, Arabic and Asian cuisines across the starters, main course, and desserts. To further enhance the experience and romantic atmosphere you are invited to witness and participate in our live entertainment program. Listen to the fabulous live singer performing various melodic tunes, watch and dance with the whirling Tanoura performers, experience the traditional Emirati dance Al Yawla,

Enjoy the VIP lifestyle on a private yacht cruise off Dubai's coast. Board a glittering yacht with a personal skipper, and cruise on the Persian Gulf alongside Dubai's skyscrapers and islands. Customize your itinerary around your interests, and absorb the rays and views as you sail to the World archipelago, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al-Arab and other icons as you wish. Choose a 2-, 3- or 4-hour day or evening cruise, enjoy complimentary onboard sodas and mineral water, and opt to try fishing or swim off the boat along the way.

Marvel at Dubai's ultra-modern skyline by day or night on a private, 75-minute cruise by luxury boat. Board a sleek motorboat and with an expert skipper at the helm, cruise past Dubai's signature sights and landmarks. Zip by the Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab, and admire widescreen views of the skyscraper-studded skyline. As you sail, learn about the sights from the audio-headset commentary, enjoy complimentary sodas and opt to swim in the inviting seas. If you wish, upgrade to a 90-minute cruise. Your boat accommodates up to 10 passengers.

See Dubai's landmarks and beautiful coastline from the deck of a boat on the Persian Gulf. During this 90-minute boat tour, available in the early morning and late evening to beat the desert heat, get views of the Palm Jumeirah, the Dubai Marina, the Burj Al Arab and the Atlantis. Bring your camera for photo ops and learn about the history and culture of Dubai through your guide's narration.