Dubai Marina Sunset Yacht Tour with Drinks & Burj Al Arab

The yacht is already moving when you step aboard: two hours of Arabian Gulf ahead

You board a luxury yacht at Dubai Harbour and spend two hours cruising the Arabian Gulf at sunset, passing Burj Al Arab, Ain Dubai, and Jumeirah Beach Residence with a professional captain and crew. Alcoholic and soft drinks, snacks, life jackets, and an onboard restroom are included. The route adjusts for sea conditions, and the captain shares facts about landmarks while you photograph. You return to the Marina as evening sets in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Dubai Marina Sunset Yacht Tour

• Depart from Dubai Harbour
• Cruise past Dubai Marina
• View Burj Al Arab hotel
• Photograph Ain Dubai Ferris wheel
• Pass Jumeirah Beach Residence
• Enjoy drinks and snacks onboard
• Relax with onboard music

The experience

You board at Dubai Harbour in the Marina area, and within minutes the crew is casting off. The captain knows the route by heart: past the residential towers of Jumeirah Beach Residence (that long waterfront strip you can see from the shore), then out toward Burj Al Arab as the light starts to soften. If the sea is rough, the yacht adjusts and takes you closer to the hotel instead: either way, you're looking at one of the world's most photographed buildings from the water, which is where it actually looks like something. The crew hands you a drink (beer, wine, spirits, or soft drinks if that's what you want), and points out landmarks as you pass. No script, just facts. Two hours means two hours. Travel time is built into that.

Ain Dubai, the Ferris wheel on Bluewaters Island, comes into frame as the sun drops lower. It's the world's tallest observation wheel, and from the water it has a different geometry than it does from land. You see the scale differently. The captain and crew are there to help with photos if you want them, and they'll talk through what you're seeing without making it feel like a tour bus narration. Snacks come out. The onboard restroom is there if you need it. Music plays, but not loud enough to drown out the water and the occasional gull.

The whole thing is built around the sunset window, so timing matters. You're not sitting in a marina watching other boats. You're moving. The life jackets are on board and required by law, but they're not the clunky kind that kill the mood. Shoes come off before you step onto the deck, which is a small thing that keeps the space feeling intentional. By the time you're heading back to Dubai Harbour, the light has changed twice and you've seen the Marina from an angle most people don't get to.

What’s included

Your two-hour cruise includes pickup at Dubai Harbour, a professional captain and crew, alcoholic and soft beverages, snacks (vegetarian or non-vegetarian, by request), a life jacket, an onboard restroom, and onboard music. The route passes Burj Al Arab, Ain Dubai, and Jumeirah Beach Residence, with the captain sharing facts about each landmark and assisting with photographs.

Options for this experience

5 options

Sail past Ain Dubai, JBR, Harbour and Marina CanalGuide in English · Available from 8 Nov · 11:30 and 13:00A two-hour yacht tour with unlimited water and soft drinks, sailing past Ain Dubai, JBR, the Harbour and the Marina Canal.

Short one-hour cruiseGuide in English · 19:30A one-hour yacht ride, the shortest option on this sunset cruise.

Atlantis or Marina Canal route with meal boxGuide in English · 15:00A ninety-minute yacht sail with a meal box, soft drinks and water, on a route past Atlantis or the Marina Canal.

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Evening cruise with a barbecue dinner on boardGuide in English · Available from 8 Nov · 20:00A two-hour evening sail on the Marina Canal past Ain Dubai, with a barbecue dinner served.

Unlimited bottled water and soft drinksGuide in English · 17:00A two-hour sunset yacht tour with unlimited bottled water and soft drinks on board.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 11:30, the last at 20:00

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (under 4): free

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Our team member will escort you to the yacht from the security gate.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by 360 Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Dubai's waterfront landmarks from the water without arranging your own boat or timing the light yourself: the fixed two-hour window and professional crew handle both, leaving you to watch and photograph as the sun sets over the Gulf.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4): 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 24h before the start.

How long is the actual cruise?

Two hours total, including travel time from and to Dubai Harbour in the Marina area.

What drinks are included?

Alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, spirits), soft drinks, and bottled water. You must be 18 or older to drink alcohol.

What if the sea is rough?

The yacht adjusts its route and takes you closer to Burj Al Arab instead of going further into the open Gulf, so you still see the main landmarks.

Is food included?

Snacks are included. You can request vegetarian or non-vegetarian options via WhatsApp or the booking chat before your tour.

Do I need to bring a life jacket?

No. Life jackets are provided onboard and required by law.

Is there a restroom on the yacht?

Yes, there is a restroom onboard.

Can I wear shoes on the yacht?

No. Shoes must be removed before stepping onto the deck.

What time does the sunset cruise depart?

Departure times vary by season to align with sunset. Check your booking confirmation or contact the on-ground staff at the number on your ticket for your specific time.

Is public transportation available to the marina?

Yes. Public transportation options are available near Dubai Harbour in the Marina area.