TRADITIONAL WOODEN DHOW
Traditional Wooden Dhow Cruise — AED 29
Current Orbit Sky selling price. Confirm the boarding point and date-specific inclusions before payment.
Traditional Wooden Dhow CruiseAED 29
DUBAI MARINA • CREEK • WATER CANAL • PRIVATE DHOW
Dhow Cruise Dubai – Dinner Cruise Prices, Buffet & Booking
Choose the Dubai cruise style that fits your evening and budget. Orbit Sky’s current selling prices are AED 29 for the Traditional Wooden Dhow Cruise, AED 39 for the Premium Traditional Wooden Dinner Dhow Cruise, AED 59 for the Marina Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise and AED 79 for the VVIP Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise – Dubai Marina. Tell us your date and guest count and we’ll confirm the exact boarding point, inclusions and availability before payment.
Traditional wooden dhowAED 29
Premium traditional dinner dhowAED 39
Marina luxury / VVIPAED 59 / AED 79
Current Orbit Sky selling prices updated 22 September 2026
YOUR EVENINGDUBAI WATERFRONT
DHOW CRUISE DUBAI ENQUIRY
Tell us the route, date and guest count. We’ll narrow the cruise before you pay.
Tell us which of the current AED 29, AED 39, AED 59 or AED 79 cruise options you are considering, together with your date, adults, children and transfer requirement. We’ll confirm the exact vessel/boarding point and inclusions before you pay.
Enquiry categoryDhow Cruise Dubai
Required: name, phone, email, cruise type, cruise date, adults and preferred deck.
YOUR EVENINGDUBAI WATERFRONT
CURRENT ORBIT SKY SELLING PRICES
Dhow Cruise Dubai Prices
These are the four current selling prices you supplied. We keep the service names separate so a traditional dhow ticket is not compared as though it were the same product as a Marina luxury yacht dinner.
Selling prices updated 22 September 2026Cruise typeGuest countTravel dateBoarding pointTransfer requirementExact inclusions
PREMIUM TRADITIONAL DINNER
Premium Traditional Wooden Dinner Dhow Cruise — AED 39
Current Orbit Sky selling price for the premium traditional dinner option.
Premium Traditional Wooden Dinner Dhow CruiseAED 39
MARINA LUXURY YACHT DINNER
Marina Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise — AED 59
Current Orbit Sky selling price for the Marina luxury yacht dinner option.
Marina Luxury Yacht Dinner CruiseAED 59
DUBAI MARINA VVIP
VVIP Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise – Dubai Marina — AED 79
Current Orbit Sky selling price for the listed VVIP Marina option.
VVIP Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise – Dubai MarinaAED 79
Current Orbit Sky selling prices. Availability and the exact vessel, buffet, entertainment, boarding point, deck/seating and transfer arrangement should be confirmed for your chosen date.
KNOW WHAT YOUR TICKET ACTUALLY INCLUDES
What Is Usually Included in a Dhow Cruise Dinner?
A standard shared dinner cruise normally combines sightseeing with dinner, but every operator packages the evening differently. We check the exact ticket so you know what is included rather than assuming every dhow provides the same deck, show or transfer.
Cruise experience
A scheduled sailing on Dubai Marina, Dubai Creek or the Water Canal, usually around 90 minutes to two hours depending on the product.
Buffet dinner
Most dinner products include an international, Arabic, Indian or mixed buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices.
Welcome and soft drinks
Water and soft drinks are common. Some products also include Arabic coffee, dates, tea or coffee.
Entertainment
Tanoura, live music, recorded music or another onboard performance may be included depending on the vessel and operating date.
Upper or lower deck
Upper decks are usually open or partly open; lower decks are commonly enclosed and air-conditioned. Some tickets allocate the deck in advance.
Waterfront views
Your landmarks depend on the chosen route—Marina/JBR/Bluewaters, Creek/Deira/Bur Dubai, or Canal/Festival City.
Hotel transfer
Transfers are often optional rather than automatically included. Shared pickup may be limited to selected Dubai areas.
Booking conditions
Cancellation window, child fare, boarding time and ID/voucher requirements are tied to the selected cruise.
Alcohol is not a standard inclusion. It is available only on selected licensed vessels/packages and is charged or bundled according to that operator’s rules.
BUFFET DINNER — WHAT YOU CAN REALISTICALLY EXPECT
Dhow Cruise Dubai Buffet Menu Examples
Menus vary by boat, date and package, so we do not promise one universal buffet. To show you the level of food currently being sold, Alexandra Dhow’s published Marina menu includes the items below, while other operators describe Arabic, Mediterranean, Indian and international selections.
- Welcome items can include dates, Arabic coffee, juice, mineral water, tea and coffee.
- Cold buffet choices commonly include hummus, Greek-style salad, coleslaw and mixed vegetable salads.
- Hot mains can include grilled chicken, beef kofta, grilled fish, vegetable curry, dal, rice, pasta and potatoes.
- Vegetarian options are common, but vegan, allergy-sensitive or gluten-free needs should be requested before booking.
- Dessert examples include pastries, fresh fruit, cake, brownies, Umm Ali or baklava depending on the operator.
- Premium canal or Marina products may add live-grill items, seafood or upgraded international dishes.
Hummus, salads, soup and hot starters
A current Marina menu example lists vegetable spring rolls, tomato soup, Greek salad, hummus, coleslaw, corn-and-capsicum salad and beetroot vinaigrette salad.
Grilled chicken, kofta, fish, curry, dal, rice and pasta
The same current menu includes grilled chicken, beef kofta, grilled vegetables, grilled fish with lemon-butter sauce, vegetable curry, yellow dal tadka, vegetable fried rice, pasta, potatoes and assorted breads.
Fruit, pastries, cake and non-alcoholic drinks
Current examples include assorted pastries, fresh fruit salad, cake and brownies, with water, soft drinks, tea and coffee. Other cruise menus may serve Arabic desserts such as Umm Ali or baklava.
FROM BOARDING TO THE LAST SKYLINE VIEW
How a Typical Dhow Cruise Dubai Evening Works
The exact pier and time depend on the cruise, but the flow is usually straightforward. We send the confirmed boarding details with enough time for you to arrive before the dhow leaves.
Arrive before boarding closes
Plan to reach the confirmed pier about 20–30 minutes early. Some operators explicitly request arrival around 30 minutes before departure.
Board and choose / reach your deck
Your ticket may specify upper deck, lower deck or best available. Lower decks are typically air-conditioned; upper decks give a more open skyline view.
Sail the selected route
Marina, Creek and Water Canal cruises pass different landmarks, so the route should be chosen before the price.
Buffet and entertainment
Dinner is normally served during the cruise. The show may be Tanoura, live music or another scheduled onboard performance depending on the vessel.
Return to the same / confirmed pier
Most shared dinner cruises run around 1.5–2 hours. If you booked transfers, follow the confirmed post-cruise pickup instructions.
Current examples range from about 90 minutes on Dubai Creek and Marina products to around two hours on many Canal and premium cruises. Never use a generic timing if you have a fixed onward plan—use the confirmed voucher.
CHECK THESE DETAILS BEFORE YOU BOOK THE CHEAPEST TICKET
Deck, Transfers, Child Fares & Cancellation Can Change the Real Price
Two dhow cruise tickets can use the same route name but give you a different deck, different transfer arrangement or a completely different refund policy. We check these points before confirmation.
Send My Cruise Requirements→The selected operator’s voucher and rate conditions control the final departure time, deck, child policy, transfer zone, cancellation window and entertainment schedule.
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Upper deck and lower deck are not always priced the same
Upper deck gives open-air views; lower deck is normally enclosed and air-conditioned. Some operators sell both at one price, while others allocate or upgrade the deck separately.
CHOOSE THE CRUISE AROUND WHO IS ACTUALLY GOING
Best Dhow Cruise Choices for Families, Couples, Visitors & Groups
The route and package should fit the people on board. A family looking for value, a couple wanting a premium skyline dinner and a company hiring an entire dhow should not be offered the same ticket.
Families
Creek can offer strong value, while Marina and Canal work well when skyline views are a priority. We check child fares, deck, buffet and transfer convenience together.
Couples and first-time Dubai visitors
Marina is usually the strongest visual choice for JBR, Bluewaters and high-rise night views; premium Canal products suit a quieter, more polished dinner style.
Private celebrations
For birthdays, anniversaries and corporate events, private hire lets you control timing, catering and entertainment, but the boat rental and food should be priced separately.
Old Dubai sightseeing
Creek is the better fit if the evening is about Deira, Bur Dubai and the historic trading waterfront rather than Dubai’s newer skyline.
FROM DHOW CRUISE ENQUIRY TO CONFIRMED BOARDING DETAILS
Book the Right Dhow Cruise in Five Clear Steps
We keep the route, date, guest count and inclusions fixed while comparing options so a cheaper direct-reporting ticket is not confused with a transfer-inclusive or premium dinner package.
Send date and guest count
Tell us adults, children and child ages so we can check the correct ticket structure.
Choose the waterfront
Pick Marina, Creek, Water Canal, private Dubai dhow or Abu Dhabi—or ask us to compare based on your priorities.
Choose deck and transfers
We check upper/lower deck, direct reporting, shared pickup or private transfer before quoting the total.
Review buffet and conditions
You see the dinner style, drinks, entertainment, departure time, cancellation rule and any exclusions tied to the option.
Receive confirmed boarding details
After booking, use the confirmed voucher for pier, reporting time, contact details and transfer instructions.
Know your cruise date already?
Send the date, adults, children and route now. We’ll compare the relevant shared or private options instead of sending a generic cruise list.
CURRENT DHOW CRUISE PRICE QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions About Dhow Cruise Dubai Prices
Use these answers to choose the right price tier, then confirm the exact date-specific inclusions before you pay.
Orbit Sky’s current selling price is AED 29 per listed booking unit/person as quoted for this product. Confirm the travel date, boarding point and exact inclusions before payment.
The current Orbit Sky selling price is AED 39. This is a separate premium traditional dinner product from the AED 29 traditional wooden dhow option.
The current Orbit Sky selling price is AED 59 for the Marina Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise. Tell us your date and guest count so we can confirm the departure and inclusions.
The current Orbit Sky selling price is AED 79 for the VVIP Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise – Dubai Marina.
Do not assume a transfer is included. Tell us your hotel or pickup area and we will confirm whether the selected AED 29, AED 39, AED 59 or AED 79 option is direct reporting, includes a transfer or needs a separate transfer arrangement.
No. They are listed as different service levels: Traditional Wooden Dhow Cruise at AED 29 and Premium Traditional Wooden Dinner Dhow Cruise at AED 39. We confirm the exact vessel, boarding point and inclusions for your date.
Confirm the cruise name, date, reporting time, boarding point, adults and children, seating/deck where applicable, dinner/buffet, entertainment, transfer arrangement and cancellation conditions on the final booking.
The rates shown are Orbit Sky’s current selling prices supplied on 22 September 2026. Seats, vessel availability, special dates or supplier changes can affect availability, so we reconfirm the selected option before payment.
CHOOSE THE PRICE TIER, THEN CONFIRM THE EXACT CRUISE
Tell us your date, guest count and preferred AED 29, AED 39, AED 59 or AED 79 option.
We’ll confirm the exact boarding point, cruise/vessel, inclusions, timing and transfer requirement before you book.