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Luxury Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina

Experience Dubai Marina by night with luxury dining, breathtaking skyline views and unforgettable entertainment.

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Dinner Cruise · 2 h · Dubai Marina

Lotus Royale

An elegant dinner cruise aboard the Lotus Royale, sailing past Dubai Marina's skyline with a live buffet and entertainment.

From AED 250 View & book

Hotel transfer available

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Megayacht · 2.5 h · Dubai Marina

Lotus Megayacht

The Lotus fleet's flagship megayacht — spacious decks, fine dining and live shows on Dubai's waters.

From AED 299 View & book

Hotel transfer available

Dubai Marina
2 hoursof skyline, dinner & shows
The experience

Dubai Marina, lit up — from the water

Glide past the glittering towers of Dubai Marina and JBR as the city lights come on. Board a traditional dhow or a modern mega yacht, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and settle in for an evening of music and live performances on the water.

  • Views of Dubai Marina, JBR, Bluewaters and Ain Dubai
  • Open-air upper decks and air-conditioned lower decks
  • Ideal for couples, families, friends and celebrations
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Which dinner cruise is right for you?

Prices, timings and transfer options side by side.

CruiseFromBoardingDurationTransferBook
Lotus Royale
Dinner Cruise		 AED 250 8:00 PM 2 h Optional Book
Carnival Cruise by Boonmax
Dinner Cruise		 AED 99 8:00 PM 3 h Optional Book
Ocean Empress Mega
Dinner Cruise		 AED 199 8:00 PM 2.5 h Optional Book
Alexandra
Private Charter		 On request 7:30 PM 2 h — Book
Lotus Megayacht
Dinner Cruise		 AED 299 8:00 PM 2.5 h Optional Book
Calypso Sunset Cruise
Dinner Cruise		 AED 149 5:30 PM 1.5 h Optional Book
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Why book with us

Booking made simple, secure and personal

Live availability

See real seat availability for every date and departure before you pay — no waiting for a call back.

Instant voucher

Booking ID, tax invoice and QR voucher are sent by email and WhatsApp as soon as your booking is confirmed.

Secure payment

Encrypted checkout through a PCI-compliant payment gateway. Transparent AED prices with VAT included.

Flexible cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before boarding, with easy changes online.

Hotel transfers

Add shared, private or VIP pickup from your hotel — priced by area, shown upfront.

Local Dubai team

Real people on WhatsApp and phone before, during and after your cruise.

On board

Everything included in your evening

Exact inclusions vary by cruise and are listed on each cruise page.

Premium vessels

Traditional dhows, luxury yachts and mega yachts with indoor and open-deck seating.

Skyline views

Cruise through the marina canal and along JBR with uninterrupted views.

Dinner served on board

International buffet or set menu with vegetarian options.

Live entertainment

Music and live shows — the line-up differs on each cruise.

Family friendly

Child prices and free infants; perfect for groups and celebrations.

Evening departures

Boarding around sunset — times are shown per cruise and date.

buffet Dinner
Dinner & buffet

A dinner worth sailing for

Enjoy an international buffet or a served menu prepared on board — Arabic mezze, grills, Indian and continental favourites, salads and desserts. Vegetarian choices are always available; tell us about allergies in your booking and we will pass them to the crew.

  • Drinks inclusions clearly listed for each cruise
  • Vegetarian, vegan and child-friendly options
  • Full menu published on every cruise page
Entertainment in The Dinner Cruise
Entertainment

Music and live shows under the stars

From a live DJ and singers to traditional Tanoura dance and other performances, every cruise has its own programme. Check the entertainment line-up on the cruise page before you book.

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Transfer options

With or without hotel transfer

Choose how you get to the marina. Transfer prices depend on your pickup area and are shown before you pay.

Cruise only

Make your own way to the meeting point. Directions and map are on your voucher.

Shared transfer

Comfortable shared pickup and drop-off from hotels in central Dubai areas.

Private car

A private vehicle just for your group, at the time that suits you.

VIP transfer

Luxury vehicle with a professional chauffeur for special occasions.

Pickup areaShared (per adult)Private carVIP
Dubai Marina, JBR & Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Marina, JBR, JLT, Palm Jumeirah, Al Sufouh, Media City		AED 40AED 150 / car (up to 6)AED 300
Downtown, Business Bay & Jumeirah
Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, DIFC, Jumeirah, Al Barsha, Umm Suqeim		AED 60AED 200 / car (up to 6)AED 350
Deira, Bur Dubai & Airport area
Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Karama, Dubai Creek, Festival City, DXB area		AED 70AED 220 / car (up to 6)AED 380
Sharjah & Ajman
Sharjah, Ajman (private transfer only)		AED 0AED 300 / car (up to 6)AED 450
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FAQ

Dinner cruise questions, answered

How do I book a dinner cruise in Dubai Marina?

Choose a cruise, pick your date and number of guests, add hotel transfer if you need it and pay securely online. Your booking ID, invoice and voucher are sent instantly by email and WhatsApp once payment and availability are confirmed.

What time does the dinner cruise start?

Most Dubai Marina dinner cruises board between 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM and sail for about two hours. The exact boarding time for your cruise is shown on the cruise page and on your voucher.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel transfer is optional. You can book the cruise only, or add shared, private or VIP transfer from your hotel during booking. The transfer price depends on your pickup area.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before boarding, and you can request date changes from “Manage my booking”. See the cancellation policy for full details.

Are children and infants allowed?

Yes, the cruises are family friendly. Children have a reduced price and infants under 3 cruise free (no seat or meal). Age bands are shown in the booking form.

What is the dress code?

Smart casual is recommended. Some premium cruises may ask for elegant evening wear — this is listed on each cruise page.

Is my payment secure?

Payments are processed by a PCI-DSS compliant payment gateway over an encrypted connection. We never see or store your card number. Prices are in AED and include VAT.

Good to know

About Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina is a man-made canal city lined with some of the tallest residential towers in the world. Its waterfront promenade, JBR beach and nearby Bluewaters Island make it one of the most popular areas of Dubai in the evening — and the best way to see it is from the water.

Best time
October – April
Getting there
Metro, tram, taxi or our transfer
Arrive
30 min before boarding
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