How Much Does a Dubai Marina Cruise Cost in 2026?

2026-10-19

A shared Dubai Marina cruise costs between 70 and 100 AED per person in 2026, and a private cruise starts from 3,500 AED for the whole boat. The cheapest option is the dhow sunset cruise at 70 AED for one hour, while the 2-hour dinner cruises on a dhow or a catamaran cost 100 AED per person.

Every price below is the price on our website, and every shared cruise includes a welcome drink, unlimited soft drinks and water, and a BBQ and international buffet. This guide shows what each price covers, what costs extra, and which cruise gives you the most for your money.

Dubai Marina cruise prices at a glance

We run four shared cruises, priced per person, and three private cruises, priced per boat.

Prices on our website are the lowest we offer. The same cruise on other booking platforms can cost more, because those platforms add a commission.

What is included in a shared cruise ticket

Every shared cruise ticket includes the cruise itself, a welcome drink, unlimited soft drinks and water, and a buffet with BBQ and international dishes, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.

The difference between the cruises is the length and the entertainment. The two sunset cruises last about 1 hour and have background music. The two dinner cruises last about 2 hours and add a live Tanoura dance show, and the catamaran dinner cruise also has a live singer.

On all four cruises you can sit on the open-air upper deck or in the air-conditioned lower deck, which is handy in the warmer months.

What is not included in the price

A few things are paid separately, so it helps to know them before you book.

  • Alcoholic drinks: alcohol is not part of the ticket and is paid separately, at an extra cost.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off: not included in the ticket price. If you need a transfer, message us before booking and we will confirm what is possible for your cruise.
  • Gratuities: tips for the crew are optional.

Which shared cruise is the best value?

The best value depends on how much time you want on the water, because three of the four shared cruises cost the same 100 AED.

If you want the lowest price, the dhow sunset cruise at 70 AED is the cheapest way onto the water, and it still includes the buffet and unlimited soft drinks. If you want a full evening, the 2-hour dinner cruises cost the same 100 AED as the 1-hour catamaran sunset cruise, so you get twice the time on the water for the same price.

Between the two dinner cruises, choose the dhow for a traditional wooden-boat atmosphere, or the catamaran if you want a modern boat with a live singer on top of the Tanoura show. If you are still comparing, our 1-hour sunset vs 2-hour dinner cruise guide breaks down the difference in detail.

How much does a private Dubai Marina cruise cost?

A private Dubai Marina cruise starts from 3,500 AED for a dhow, 5,000 AED for a catamaran, and 6,000 AED for the White Cruise, and the price covers the whole boat rather than a single guest.

These are starting prices. Each private cruise can be customised with your own menu and decoration, so the final price depends on your plan. The dhow takes up to 150 guests, the catamaran up to 200, and the White Cruise up to 300.

Private charters make the most financial sense from around 50 guests upward. At 50 guests, a 3,500 AED dhow works out at 70 AED per guest, which is the same as the cheapest shared ticket but with the whole boat to yourselves. For smaller groups, a shared cruise is almost always the better deal. You can see the full comparison in our guide to all 7 Marina cruise packages.

Budget or luxury: how to choose

Choosing between a budget and a luxury Marina cruise comes down to group size, privacy and how much of the evening you want to spend on the water.

For couples, friends and families, a shared dinner cruise at 100 AED per person is the most popular choice, because it combines the buffet, live entertainment and the Marina skyline in one evening. For birthdays, weddings, corporate evenings and large groups, a private charter gives you the boat, the guest list and the menu. Our budget vs luxury cruise price tiers article explains what changes at each level.

Booking, cancellation and arrival

You can cancel or reschedule a shared cruise for free up to 24 hours before departure, either for a full refund or a free change of date.

If the weather forces us to cancel, you get a full refund or a new date. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure, because the boat cannot wait for latecomers and a missed boarding is not eligible for a refund or a new date.

For a full walkthrough of what to expect on the evening, read our complete Dubai Marina cruise guide.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Dubai Marina cruise cost?

A shared Dubai Marina cruise costs 70 to 100 AED per person: 70 AED for the dhow sunset cruise, and 100 AED for the catamaran sunset cruise and both dinner cruises. Private cruises start from 3,500 AED per boat.

What is the cheapest Dubai Marina cruise?

The dhow sunset cruise is the cheapest, at 70 AED per person for a 1-hour cruise on a traditional dhow with a welcome drink, unlimited soft drinks and water, and a buffet.

Is dinner included in the price?

Yes. Every shared cruise includes a BBQ and international buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, plus a welcome drink and unlimited soft drinks and water.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. Alcoholic drinks are not included in the ticket price and are paid separately, at an extra cost.

Is hotel pickup included in the price?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not part of the ticket price. Message us before you book if you need a transfer and we will confirm what is possible for your cruise.

Can I get a refund if I cancel?

Yes. You can cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund or a free change of date. If bad weather cancels the cruise, you get a full refund or a new date. A missed boarding is not eligible for a refund.

How much does a private cruise in Dubai Marina cost?

A private dhow starts from 3,500 AED, a private catamaran from 5,000 AED, and the White Cruise from 6,000 AED. Each price covers the whole boat, and the final price depends on your menu, decoration and plan.

Ready to pick your cruise? Book the dinner cruise in Dubai Marina on our website, or message us for help choosing between the shared and private options.

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