Jetski tour Dubai: Burj Al Arab from Mina Seyahi

Ride past the Burj Al Arab on your own jetski, following the instructor at whatever speed you choose.

A one-hour jetski rental in Dubai where you ride a two-seater Yamaha at your own pace, following an instructor past Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Mina Seyahi and Sheikh Island. The tour includes safety equipment, a pre-ride briefing on the jetski's controls and Dubai maritime rules, and a passenger can ride free with the driver at no extra cost. Minimum age is 16 to drive and 14 as a passenger; only one person per jetski if the driver weighs over 100kg.

The Experience

The tour starts at the dock in Mina Seyahi, where you'll sign a waiver, leave a deposit (your original passport or Emirates ID), and get fitted with a life jacket. An experienced instructor runs through the Yamaha's controls, safety procedures and the maritime rules you need to follow on the water — this briefing covers everything from how to operate the throttle to the spacing you'll keep from other riders.

Once you leave the harbor, you ride at your own speed behind the instructor, who stays with the group the whole time. You'll pass Jumeirah Beach Residence and its marina skyline, then head toward Mina Seyahi where the superyachts are moored in front of the private beaches of Le Meridien, Westin and Royal Mirage. The route takes you past Sheikh Island — accessible only by water — where you can see His Highness Sheikh Mohammed's private island and the superyacht Dubai if it's docked there. The Burj Al Arab appears as you ride along the coast, and you'll see the Burj Khalifa and the skyscrapers of downtown Dubai across the water. The whole loop takes about an hour, and when you return to the dock the staff clean the jetski and equipment while you collect your ID.

The tour suits all riding levels, from first-timers to experienced riders. You control your own throttle and line, so long as you follow the safety rules and keep a safe distance from other jetskis. A second person can ride as a passenger at no extra charge if they're at least 14 years old and the driver is under 100kg; family members only are accepted as passengers due to current restrictions. Bottled water is included; bring your own swimwear and towel.

What’s included

• Safety equipment including life jacket.
• two-seater Yamaha jetski.
• professional instructor for the full hour.
• pre-ride briefing on controls and Dubai maritime rules.
• bottled water.
• one passenger can ride free with the driver.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Ride in Dubai Waterports Jet ski, Jet car & Flyboard

Is this one for you?You control the throttle and set your own pace, so the ride suits anyone comfortable being on the water and handling a motorized craft — the instructor stays with you the whole time, but you're steering and accelerating yourself, not watching from a boat.

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Top questions

Can I ride a jetski in Dubai if I've never done it before?

Yes. The tour is designed for all levels, including first-timers. The instructor gives a full safety and controls briefing before you leave the dock, and you ride at your own pace behind them the whole time, so you set the speed and stay in control.

What is the Burj Al Arab like when you pass it on the jetski?

The Burj Al Arab is the sail-shaped hotel visible from the water as you ride along Jumeirah Beach. You pass it as part of the coastal route, seeing it from the sea rather than from the shore — a perspective most visitors don't get.

Can my friend ride on the jetski with me without paying extra?

Yes, one passenger can ride free on the two-seater jetski with the driver at no additional cost, as long as the passenger is at least 14 years old and the driver weighs under 100kg. Family members only are currently accepted as passengers.

What happens when I arrive — do I need to bring anything?

Bring your original passport or Emirates ID to leave as a deposit. You'll sign a waiver on arrival, then get fitted with a life jacket and receive the safety briefing. The tour provides the jetski, safety equipment and bottled water; bring your own swimwear and towel.

How fast can I go on the jetski?

You control the throttle and ride at whatever speed you want, as long as you follow the safety instructions and Dubai maritime rules. The instructor explains the rules during the briefing and stays with the group throughout the ride.

What landmarks do you actually see on this route?

The one-hour loop passes Jumeirah Beach Residence and the Dubai Marina skyline, Mina Seyahi with its moored superyachts, Sheikh Island (His Highness Sheikh Mohammed's private island), the Burj Al Arab, and views of the Burj Khalifa and downtown Dubai's skyscrapers across the water.