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Dhow Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina
The classic wooden dhow, lanterns lit, buffet on deck.
About the Dhow Dinner Cruise
The wooden dhow is the original way to cruise Dubai Marina. Lanterns are lit along the deck, the buffet is laid out on board, and for 2 hours the boat glides the length of the Marina canal while the towers glow on both sides of the water.
It is our most booked cruise because it keeps the evening simple and relaxed: an international halal buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, soft drinks and water, and live entertainment with a spinning Tanoura dancer and a puppet show. Sit on the open-air upper deck for the breeze and the photos, or stay in the air-conditioned lower deck on warm nights.
The route leaves Dubai Marina Walk, passes under the Marina bridges and loops towards the harbour mouth for views of JBR, Bluewaters Island and Ain Dubai, then returns to the same pier. The water inside the Marina is calm, which makes the dhow an easy choice for families, grandparents and first-time visitors.
Highlights
- directions_boatTraditional wooden dhow
- restaurant4-star halal buffet, veg & non-veg
- music_noteLive Tanoura & puppet show
- local_barSoft drinks & water
What's included
- check_circleCruise along the Dubai Marina canal for 2 hours
- check_circleInternational halal buffet — vegetarian & non-vegetarian
- check_circleSoft drinks, water, tea & coffee
- check_circleLive Tanoura dance, puppet show & music
- check_circleOpen-air upper deck and air-conditioned lower deck
- check_circleClean restrooms on board
How the evening goes
- directions_walk8:00 pm
Meet at Marina Walk
Our host meets you at the pier with your name on the list — your confirmation email is your ticket.
- local_bar8:30 pm
Board the dhow
Pick your table on the open upper deck or the air-conditioned lower deck and settle in with a cold drink.
- sailing8:45 pm
Cast off
The dhow glides out between the Marina towers, under the bridges and along the canal.
- dinner_dining9:15 pm
Dinner is served
The international halal buffet opens, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
- music_note9:45 pm
Tanoura & puppet show
Live shows and music while the dhow passes JBR, Bluewaters and Ain Dubai.
- photo_camera10:30 pm
Back at the pier
A last slow stretch for photos before docking at Marina Walk, close to cafés, the metro and the tram.
Times shown are for the 8:30 pm departure; later departures follow the same flow.
Seen from the water
Best for
- Families with children — the water inside the Marina is calm
- First-time visitors who want the classic Dubai evening
- Friends and couples looking for great value
- Groups of friends or colleagues — up to 100 guests in one booking
Good to know
- Boarding opens 30 minutes before departure — please be at the pier 20 minutes early.
- Your confirmation email is your ticket; nothing to print.
- Children aged 0–3 sail free; children aged 4–11 pay AED 70.
- Tell us about allergies or vegan needs in the booking notes.
- Free change or cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Meeting point: Dubai Marina Walk
Dubai Marina Walk — the exact pier and boarding gate are sent with your confirmation. The nearest metro stations are DMCC and Sobha Realty, and the Dubai Marina tram stops are a short walk away.
Dhow Dinner Cruise: questions & answers
How much is the Dhow Dinner Cruise?
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AED 75 per adult and AED 70 per child aged 4–11. Children aged 0–3 sail free. Guests reserve online with no prepayment, receive confirmation by email and pay at the pier (cash or card).
What time does the Dhow Dinner Cruise depart and how long is it?
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It departs at 8:30 & 10:30 pm from Dubai Marina Walk and lasts about 2 hours. Boarding opens 30 minutes before departure; please arrive at the pier at least 20 minutes early.
Where does the cruise start?
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Dubai Marina Walk — the exact pier and boarding gate are sent with your confirmation. The nearest metro stations are DMCC and Sobha Realty, and the Dubai Marina tram stops are a short walk away.
Is the dhow cruise open-air or air-conditioned?
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Both. You can sit outside on the top deck of the dhow or inside on the cooled lower deck. From October to April the open deck is the favourite; in the hot summer months many guests prefer the air-conditioned deck or the glass-roofed Crystal Deck Dinner.
Is the dhow cruise good for children?
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Yes. The water inside Dubai Marina is calm, children aged 0–3 sail free, children aged 4–11 pay the child price, and the Tanoura dance and puppet show are a favourite with younger guests.
What should I wear on the dhow cruise?
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Smart-casual clothes are perfect. Bring a light jacket for the open upper deck on winter evenings and comfortable shoes for the walk along Marina Walk to the pier.
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Pick your cruise, date and guests, and send your booking. We confirm your seats by email — nothing to pay until you board.