Best Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina with Dinner & Live Shows

Experience a magical evening on Dubai’s calm waters as you sail past iconic skylines and heritage landmarks aboard a traditional wooden dhow. Enjoy a luxurious buffet dinner, live entertainment, and a relaxing 2-hour cruise beneath the glittering night sky. It’s the perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and breathtaking views.

Choose your style of Dubai nightlife on the water:

✨ Dubai Marina — modern, stylish, surrounded by stunning skyscrapers, yachts, and waterfront towers.

🕌 Dubai Creek — cultural and authentic, offering a true feel of Old Dubai with souks, heritage buildings, and traditional abra ambience.

💎 What’s Included in Every Dhow Cruise

(Same premium standards on every vessel operated by Rayan Tourism)

1. 2 hours of relaxing cruising on Dubai’s waters
2. Welcome drinks on arrival (unlimited soft beverages, water, tea & Arabic coffee)
3. Fresh dates & hot Arabic tea greeting
4. International buffet dinner (veg + non-veg) with live cooking stations
5. Starters: Hummus, fattoush, mutabbal, Arabic bread
6. Salads: Greek, Caesar, coleslaw, pasta salad
7. Main Course: Grilled chicken, lamb kofta, fish, biryani, pasta, sautéed vegetables, dal & more
8. Desserts: Arabic sweets, cakes, fresh fruits & Umm Ali
9. Unlimited beverages throughout the cruise
10. Live entertainment shows, including:
11. Tanoura Dance (Whirling Show)
12. Puppet Show (Fun for all ages)
13. Soft background music (Arabic + International)
14. Fully air-conditioned indoor lower deck
15. Spacious open-air upper deck for breathtaking views & photography
16. Professional English-speaking host on board
17. Separate clean washrooms for ladies & gents
18. Romantic, red-carpet welcome on boarding
19. Free Wi-Fi on selected boats
20. All taxes and service charges included (No hidden fees)

🎁 Optional Add-Ons Available Upon Booking

1. Hotel pickup & drop-off (shared or private)
2. Exclusive VIP/private seating arrangements
3. Alcoholic beverage packages
4. Birthday & anniversary cakes
5. Window table preference
6. Professional onboard photography

🛳️ Featured Pick (2025–2026): Alexandra Dhow Cruise – Floating Restaurant

Rated 4.9/5 by more than 12,000 happy Rayan Tourism guests

Why travelers love Alexandra:

1. Luxurious 2023 dhow design resembling a floating palace
2. Glass-enclosed lower deck with panoramic view windows
3. Open-air upper deck with plush lounge-style seating
4. Larger buffet spread than standard cruises
5. Longest sightseeing route (Passes Ain Dubai, JBR, Bluewaters Island & Atlantis views)
6. Superior sound & lighting for live shows
7. Exceptionally clean & modern washrooms
8. Multilingual professional crew (English, Hindi, Urdu, Tagalog & more)

📌 Marina vs. Creek — Quick Comparison

FeatureDubai Marina CruiseDubai Creek Cruise

Views

Skyscrapers, yachts, Ain Dubai

Souks, heritage, traditional old city

Ambience

Modern, luxurious, vibrant

Cultural, calm, authentic

Best For

Couples, first-timers, families

Culture lovers, repeat travelers

Duration

2 hours

2 hours

Entertainment

Tanoura + Puppet Shows

Tanoura + Puppet/Occasional Horse Show

🌍 Why Book With Rayan Tourism?

✔ Best value guarantee

✔ Free cancellation up to 12 hours before

✔ Instant WhatsApp & email confirmation

✔ 24/7 multilingual customer support

✔ 50,000+ satisfied guests since 2018

✔ Licensed, insured & regularly inspected vessels

✔ Special group, corporate & family packages