Dubai Marina: Jet ski tour to Palm Jumeirah & Atlantis

Summary

Jet skiing past Dubai’s icons, salt on my lips and laughter in the air

You’ll ride a jet ski from Dubai Marina out toward Palm Jumeirah, feeling the wind and spray as you pass iconic spots like Atlantis and Burj Al Arab. With a local guide leading and snapping photos along the way, you’ll get both adrenaline and those quiet moments on open water you’ll remember long after the trip.

What’s the experience like?

Gripping the handlebars, I could already taste the sea spray before our guide even finished his safety talk — he kept it light, joking about how everyone looks cooler in a life jacket (not sure that’s true for me). The marina was buzzing, sunlight bouncing off glass towers, and I remember thinking how unreal it felt to be about to jet ski in Dubai. There was this faint smell of sunscreen and engine oil mixed together — oddly comforting.

We followed our guide out past the breakwater, engines humming louder as we picked up speed. The water turned this deep turquoise, and suddenly Palm Jumeirah was right there — bigger than I’d pictured from photos. Our guide pointed out the curve of the island and slowed us down so we could get a good look at Atlantis rising up ahead. He offered to snap some pictures of us with Burj Al Arab in the background (I’m squinting in all of them but whatever). At one point I tried to say “Palm Jumeirah” in Arabic; he laughed and gave me a thumbs-up anyway.

I didn’t expect how peaceful it would feel once we stopped for water — just floating for a minute, city sounds muffled by distance. My arms were tired but I kind of wanted to keep going. On the way back, the sun was lower and everything looked gold. Still think about that view sometimes when I hear boats or smell saltwater — you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Jet Ski Tour at Palm Jumeirah

• This tour includes a jet ski ride around Palm Jumeirah island
• Enjoy views of the Atlantis hotel and Dubai Marina

Top questions

How long is the jet ski tour from Dubai Marina?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours from start to finish.

Is there a guide during the jet ski ride?

Yes, a local certified guide leads the group and provides a safety briefing before departure.

What landmarks do you see on this Dubai jet ski tour?

You’ll see Palm Jumeirah island, Atlantis hotel, and Burj Al Arab during the ride.

Are photos included on this jet ski experience?

Yes, your guide will take pictures of you with Burj Al Arab as part of the experience.

Is bottled water provided during the tour?

Bottled water is included for all participants.

Do I need prior experience to join this jet ski tour?

No prior experience is needed; beginners are welcome after a safety briefing.

Are life jackets provided on this Dubai Marina jet ski ride?

Yes, life jackets are provided for everyone’s safety.

Where does the tour start?

The tour begins at Dubai Marina with equipment fitting and instructions.

What’s included

Your day includes bottled water for refreshment, a thorough safety briefing with all equipment provided (including life jackets), plus photos taken by your local guide in front of Burj Al Arab before heading back to shore together at Dubai Marina.