Dubai: Luxury Canal Dinner Cruise with Optional Transfers

Downtown Dubai, Dubai



Sail along Dubai Water Canal on a glass-enclosed dhow boat. Glide under the Sheikh Zayed Road waterfall, admire the Burj Khalifa, and feast on a dinner buffet while taking in stunning city views.

Enjoy a 2.5-hour sightseeing dinner cruise along the Dubai Water Canal on a glass-encased dhow, ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers.

Highlights

  • Cruise along the Dubai Water Canal
  • Dine from a 5-star international buffet with live cooking stations
  • Live entertainment (not available during Ramadan)
  • Pass under the Dubai Canal Waterfall Bridge

Description

Board the glass-encased dhow and receive a welcome kahwah (Arabic coffee), chilled refreshments, and dates. Settle at your table to enjoy welcome drinks as the boat gently sets sail.

Cruise down the artificial Dubai Water Canal, passing key landmarks including Dubai Festival City Mall, Business Bay Bridge, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Water Canal Bridge, JW Marquis Hotel, and Westin Hotel. Soothing Arabic music and a live saxophone performance accompany your journey.

Indulge in a buffet featuring Arabic appetizers, grilled meats, fresh salads, and Arabian sweets, complemented by hot beverages.

Includes

  • Pick-up and drop-off from centrally located hotels (optional)
  • Welcome coffee
  • International buffet
  • Unlimited house beverages (optional)

Excludes

  • House beverages (available to purchase if not included)
  • Photo souvenirs (available to purchase)
  • Sparkling water, tonic water, ginger ale, soda water, and Red Bull (available to purchase)

Important Information

  • Dress code: smart casual
  • Suitable for families, couples, and individual travelers
  • Shared transfers are complimentary but may be affected by traffic delays
  • Guests from Al Barsha, IMPZ, Greens, Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach, Media City, Internet City, Tecom, JBR, Dubai Marina, and JLT should consider booking private transfers for an additional charge
  • Cruise duration: 2.5 hours (7:00 PM to 9:30 PM); boarding starts at 6:15 PM
  • Total tour time with shared transfer: 3 to 4 hours including transfers
  • Confirmed alfresco seating available for 50 AED per person extra
  • Smoking allowed only in the designated smoking area on the dhow

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book transfers according to your hotel location, and arrive at boarding on time to avoid delays.

Frequently Asked Questions

The cruise includes a 2.5-hour sightseeing tour along Dubai Water Canal, a 5-star international buffet with live cooking stations, a welcome kahwah, chilled refreshments, dates, and entertainment except during Ramadan.
The dinner cruise takes place along the Dubai Water Canal, passing landmarks such as Dubai Festival City Mall and Burj Khalifa.
Yes, there is an entertainment performance during the cruise, but it is not available during Ramadan.
Yes, the cruise is suitable for families, couples, and individual travelers.
Optional transfers are available; check the booking options for details on pick-up and drop-off services in Dubai.
A 5-star international buffet with live cooking stations is served onboard the glass-encased dhow.
Yes, the cruise glides under the Dubai Canal Waterfall Bridge during the tour.
Operating hours vary; check the official website for the most current schedule and availability.
The cruise lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
Yes, solo travelers are welcome on the Dubai Luxury Canal Dinner Cruise.

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