Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina: Dinner, Tanoura Dance & City Views
Two to three hours aboard a wooden dhow with dinner and live performance on the water
A two to three hour dhow cruise on Dubai Marina combines a traditional Arabian wooden vessel with modern comfort, serving a buffet dinner while you watch the Tanoura dance and Light Man show. You'll sail past illuminated skyscrapers including the Cayan Tower, see Ain Dubai (the world's largest observation wheel) and Bluewaters Island lit up at night, with soft background music and coffee or tea included.
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Dhow cruise with dinner and entertainment
- Board traditional wooden dhow
- Cruise through Dubai Marina
- View illuminated skyscrapers
- See Ain Dubai observation wheel
- View Bluewaters Island at night
- Enjoy buffet dinner with music
- Watch Tanoura dance performance
- Experience Light Man show
What’s included
- Two hour dhow cruise at Dubai Marina.
- buffet dinner with Arabic, Indian and international cuisine including a live pasta station.
- Tanoura dance performance.
- Light Man show.
- coffee or tea.
- two-way sharing transfer if selected at checkout.
Times
- Every day 19:00 20:30
Before you book
Operated by Dubai Tourism Agency
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The experience
The cruise departs from Dubai Marina and takes you through the heart of the waterfront on a traditional wooden dhow fitted with modern amenities. As you glide through calm waters, the skyline unfolds around you: the twisting Cayan Tower, Address Marina, and the residential towers of JBR all lit up after dark. The boat itself is the draw: a historic Arabian vessel that anchors the experience in Dubai's maritime heritage while the surrounding cityscape anchors it firmly in the present.
Dinner is a buffet served on board with Arabic, Indian and international dishes: vegetable starter, chicken nuggets, corn soup with Arabic bread, Arabic and green salad, multiple main courses, and a live pasta station. Desserts and soft drinks come with it, along with coffee or tea. While you eat, the Tanoura dance performance unfolds on deck, a whirling dervish tradition, followed by the Light Man show. The soft background music runs through the evening, and you're anchored in one spot long enough to take in the views without rushing.
Ain Dubai, the world's largest observation wheel, rises illuminated against the night sky as you cruise past. Bluewaters Island glows with its mix of luxury hotels, residences and entertainment venues, their modern architecture lit up and reflected in the water. If you book the transfer option, pickup is included. Otherwise, you report directly to the cruise and should arrive at least 30 minutes before departure. Heavy traffic in the area is common, so plan to leave early.
Is this one for you?Book with transfer if you want pickup from your hotel and don't want to navigate to the Marina in heavy traffic. Choose Cruise Only if you're staying nearby or prefer to arrange your own way there. Arrive at least 30 minutes early for direct reporting to the boat.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (under 4): free.
What's included in the dinner on the dhow?
The buffet includes a vegetable starter, chicken nuggets, corn soup with Arabic bread, Arabic and green salad, multiple main courses prepared at a live pasta station, desserts, soft drinks, and coffee or tea.
Can I see Ain Dubai from the dhow cruise?
Yes. Ain Dubai, the world's largest observation wheel, is beautifully illuminated at night and visible from the water as you cruise through the Marina.
How long does the cruise last?
The dhow cruise runs two to three hours, with dinner, the Tanoura dance performance and Light Man show all included during that time.
Is transfer from my hotel included?
Transfer is included if you book the Cruise With Transfer option. If you choose Dhow Cruise Only, you'll report directly to the Marina and should arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
What can I expect from the live entertainment?
You'll watch the Tanoura dance performance, a traditional whirling dervish show, followed by the Light Man show, both performed on deck while soft background music plays throughout the evening.
Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina: Dinner, Tanoura Dance & City Views
2h–3h
from AED 143 per person
≈ US$ 38 in your currency
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