Abu Dhabi: Yas Island Dhow Cruise & Ferrari World Views
An Hour on the Water: Yas Island's Skyline from the Inside
You board a traditional dhow at Yas Marina and spend an hour cruising past Ferrari World, the F1 circuit, and the island's waterfront developments: some finished, some mid-construction. Soft drinks are included throughout. The pace is slow enough to take photos and point things out, fast enough to cover the highlights. No walking, no transfers between stops, no time pressure.
Step-by-step itinerary
Yas Island sightseeing dhow cruise
- Depart from Yas Marina
- Cruise towards Ferrari World
- View Yas Marina F1 Race Circuit
- Pass Al Zaina and Al Bandar
- See Al Seef and Al Dana areas
- Spot Al Dar Headquarters building
- Pass Al Raha Mall and Resort
- Return to Yas Marina
What’s included
Your hour on the water includes the dhow cruise from Yas Marina, unlimited soft drinks throughout, and views of Ferrari World, the F1 circuit, and Yas Island's waterfront residential and commercial developments. Pickup and drop-off are at Yas Marina.
Times
- Every day 10:30 11:30 15:30 16:30 17:30
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The experience
The dhow pulls away from Yas Marina and you realize you've never actually seen Ferrari World from the water before. It looks smaller and somehow more real from out here, not a theme park but a building sitting on an island that's still being built around it. The one-hour Abu Dhabi cruise moves slowly enough that you can point things out to whoever's with you, fast enough that it doesn't feel like you're just drifting. The boat heads past the F1 race circuit first, then slides along the residential areas (Al Zaina, Al Bandar, Al Seef) some of them finished, some still under construction, which is oddly honest about how new all of this is.
You get soft drinks the whole time, which matters more than it sounds when you're on the water in Abu Dhabi. The Al Dar Headquarters building, that round one everyone photographs, comes into view, and then Al Raha Mall and the resort area. It's the kind of tour where you're not getting off anywhere or walking. You're just seeing the island from a different angle, which turns out to be exactly what some days need. The boat's wheelchair accessible, and there's room for strollers if you're traveling with small children, so it's not one of those experiences that requires you to be a certain kind of fit or mobile.
Departures run daily from Yas Marina, so you're not locked into a specific date or time slot. You can slot it in whenever your schedule has a gap. An hour is short enough that it doesn't eat your whole afternoon, which is the whole point if you're in Abu Dhabi for a few days and want to see Yas Island but don't have time for a full-day itinerary. The dhow cruise is the kind of thing that sounds small until you're on it and realize you've actually seen most of what makes Yas Island recognizable without having to navigate traffic or figure out parking.
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Yas Island's main landmarks from the water without spending a full day on organized activities: the one-hour format fits into a shorter itinerary, and the boat's accessibility means you're not limited by mobility or traveling with young children.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (under 5): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How long is the cruise?
One hour, departing daily from Yas Marina.
What's included in the ticket?
The cruise itself and unlimited soft drinks. Entry to Ferrari World or other attractions is not included.
Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair?
Yes. The boat is wheelchair accessible and strollers are permitted. Specialized infant seats are available.
What will I see on the cruise?
Ferrari World, the F1 race circuit, Al Zaina, Al Bandar, Al Seef, Al Dana residential areas, Al Dar Headquarters, Al Raha Mall and Al Raha Resort.
Do I need to book in advance?
The cruise runs daily, but booking in advance is recommended to secure your preferred departure time.
Abu Dhabi: Yas Island Dhow Cruise & Ferrari World Views
1h
from AED 94 per person
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