Dubai: Palm Jumeirah Jet Ski Tour & Burj Al Arab Views

Ninety minutes on the water, passing every landmark Dubai built to impress

You rent a jet ski for ninety minutes and ride past Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Dubai Marina, and the Burj Al Arab, with a passenger allowed on the same ski at no extra cost. Safety equipment and water are included. You need to be at least sixteen to drive and fourteen to ride as a passenger.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Burj Al-Arab Jumeirah5m
2. Palm Jumeirah5m

Jet ski tour around Dubai landmarks

• Start jet ski ride at departure point
• Ride in front of Burj Al Arab
• Jet ski past Royal Atlantis hotel
• Tour around Palm Jumeirah island
• Enjoy views of Dubai skyline
• Return to starting location

The experience

So you're doing the jet ski thing: yeah, that's the move. You get ninety minutes on the water, and the route takes you past everything: Palm Jumeirah first, then Atlantis, the marina towers, and the Burj Al Arab sitting out there like it's posing for you. The boat leaves from the marina location, and you're on a brand new jet ski, which matters more than you'd think when you're going fast.

The whole point is seeing Dubai from the sea instead of from a hotel room or a car window. You pass the Palm's fronds up close, watch the Jumeirah Beach Residence stack up along the shore, and then you're out in front of the Burj Al Arab with nothing between you and it but water. The skyline keeps changing as you move. It's the kind of angle you can't get any other way. Safety gear comes with it, and if you're bringing someone along, two people fit on one jet ski at the same price, so it's not a solo-only thing.

There's a minimum age: sixteen to drive, fourteen as a passenger. If the driver weighs over 100kg, it's one person per ski. The water's clear enough that you'll see what you're doing, and the whole route loops you back to where you started. Bring water, they provide it, and a camera if you want to stop and shoot. The adrenaline part is real, but so is the sightseeing. You're not just racing, you're navigating past the things that make Dubai recognizable.

What’s included

Your ninety-minute tour includes a brand new jet ski rental, safety equipment, drinking water, and a route past Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Marina, and the Burj Al Arab. A second passenger can ride on the same jet ski at no additional cost.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (16 to 60 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6 · max 4 per booking

Live guideEnglish, French, German, Italian, Arabic and Urdu

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

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

Is this one for you?Right for anyone who wants to see Dubai's coastline and landmarks from the water without arranging transport or equipment separately: the jet ski and the route are set, so you just show up and ride.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French, German, Italian, Arabic and Urdu.

How long is the jet ski tour?

Ninety minutes total, departing from the marina location and returning to the same spot.

Can two people ride on one jet ski?

Yes. Two people (driver and passenger) can share one jet ski for the same price. The driver must be at least sixteen, and passengers must be at least fourteen.

What's included in the rental?

The jet ski, safety equipment, and drinking water. Fuel and the route are covered.

Is there a weight limit?

If the driver weighs over 100kg, only one person is allowed per jet ski.

What landmarks do you pass?

Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Marina, HH Sheikh Island, and the Burj Al Arab.

Do I need experience to drive?

No prior jet ski experience is required. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, but you must be at least sixteen years old to operate the ski.

Are there any health restrictions?

The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with spinal injuries, or those with poor cardiovascular health.

Can I bring family members?

Yes, as long as they meet the age requirements (sixteen to drive, fourteen to ride as a passenger). Passengers ride free when sharing a ski with the driver.