Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow

Outty Ranking 74 4.4 · 616 traveler reviews1.8 hoursFrom $33
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Outty Ranking

74/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.4/5

Based on 616 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow worth booking?

Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow is a 1.8-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $33 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 616 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
74 / 100
Rating
4.4/5 (616)
Duration
1.8 hours
From
$33 per person

A Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai Marina is a great way to spend an evening and enjoy views of the ultra modern Dubai Marina area & canal from on-board a traditional Arabic wooden dhow. The cruise starts at our Berthing Location in West Bay, Dubai Marina Yacht Club, continues through the entire Dubai Marina canal and out into the shore line of Jumeirah Beach residence (subject to weather conditions). The boat itself features a bar, a live female singer onboard, a male tanura dancer and a full course buffet dinner.

What you get

    About this experience

    A Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai Marina is a great way to spend an evening and enjoy views of the ultra modern Dubai Marina area & canal from on-board a traditional Arabic wooden dhow. The cruise starts at our Berthing Location in West Bay, Dubai Marina Yacht Club, continues through the entire Dubai Marina canal and out into the shore line of Jumeirah Beach residence (subject to weather conditions). The boat itself features a bar, a live female singer onboard, a male tanura dancer and a full course buffet dinner.

    What's included

    Included

    • Dubai Marina Cruise
    • International Buffet Dinner
    • Soft Drinks, Water, Tea & Coffee

    Not included

    • Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
    • Alcoholic Beverages
    • Souvenir Photos & On-board Souvenirs

    What you'll see and do

    1. Cayan Tower

      Cayan Tower is an iconic building that rotates.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Dubai Marina

      Dubai Marina is an affluent residential neighborhood known for The Beach at JBR, a leisure complex with al fresco dining and sandy stretches to relax on. Smart cafes and pop-up craft markets line waterside promenade Dubai Marina Walk, while Dubai Marina Mall is packed with chain and luxury fashion brands.

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Bluewaters is a vibrant lifestyle destination featuring distinctive residential, retail, hospitality, and entertainment options. All who arrive are spoilt for choice. Home to Ain Dubai, the world’s largest observation wheel, it is also a shopper’s paradise, housing unique retail and dining concepts. Bluewaters’ bridge and multi-mode transport systems make this urban island easy to access.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)

      Jumeirah Beach Residence is a 1.7 kilometres long, 2 square kilometres gross floor area waterfront community located on the coast of the Persian Gulf in Dubai Marina in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is a residential development and contains 40 towers.

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Ain Dubai

      Perfect view of the largest ferris wheel in the world, Ain Dubai.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Dubai

    The boat is located in Dubai Marina, West Bay. The exact location can be found on google maps - "Alexandra Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina". The nearest landmark is 'Masjid Al Rahim Mosque' & 'CONDOR MARINA STAR'.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    The boat is located in Dubai Marina, West Bay. The exact location can be found on google maps - "Alexandra Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina". The nearest landmark is 'Masjid Al Rahim Mosque' & 'CONDOR MARINA STAR'.

    Options you can book

    • Sunset Cruise - Upper deck

      Sunset Cruise- Upper Deck: Cruise during a lovely time in the sunset hours, on open air upper deck. Live Entertainment: Either live singer or tanura dancer. Live Entertainment Subjected to Govt rules and regulations. Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes: Boarding time - 5.00PM Departure- 5.30PM Parking - 7.15PM International Buffet: Full course buffet with unlimited non - alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic drinks available a la carte Dubai Marina : Dubai Marina Canal Cayan tower Dubai Marina harbour Sky Dive Dubai JBR Lagoon Blue Water Island Dubai Ain Traditional arabic wooden dhow

    • Sunset Cruise - Lower Deck

      Dinner Cruise on Lower Deck: Air Conditioned lower deck with panoramic windows. Live Entertainment: Either live singer or tanura dancer. Live Entertainment Subjected to Govt rules and regulations. Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes: Boarding time - 5.00PM Departure- 5.30PM Parking - 7.15PM International Buffet: Full course buffet with unlimited non-alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic drinks available a la carte Dubai Marina & Area: Marina Canal Cayan Tower Dubai Marina harbour Sky Dive Dubai JBR Lagoon Blue Water Island Dubai Ain Traditional Wooden Dhow

    • DINNER CRUISE - LOWER DECK

      Lower deck Live Entertainment: Either live singer or tanura dancer. Live Entertainment Subjected to Govt rules and regulations. Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes: Boarding time - 8.15PM Departure-9.00PM Parking - 10.45PM International Buffet: Full course buffet with unlimited NON-ALCOHOLIC Drinks Dubai Marina & Area: Dubai Marina Canal Cayan Tower Dubari Marina Harbour Sky Dive Dubai JBR Lagoon Blue Water Island Dubai Ain Traditional Arabic Wooden Dhow

    • DINNER CRUISE - UPPER DECK

      Upper deck Live Entertainment: Either Live singer or tanura dancer. Live Entertainment Subjected to Govt rules and regulations Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes: Boarding time - 8.15PM Departure- 9.00PM Parking - 10.45PM International Buffet: Full course buffet with unlimited NON-ALCOHOLIC Drinks Dubai Marina & Area: Dubai Marina Canal Cayan Tower Dubai Marina Harbour Sky Dive Dubai JBR Lagoon Blue Water Island Dubai Ain Traditional Arabic Wooden Dhow

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    ABSea Tours

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Please note that live performances are subject to Dubai holidays and on some days are not permitted
    • The boat does not circumvent the Palm Island

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 616 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    8 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    616 verified traveler reviews for Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    421
    4 star
    110
    3 star
    42
    2 star
    16
    1 star
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    969zayanh · October 2026

    Great 👍

    great option to relax and enjoy the sights as you sail along the Marina. Food was good. Just remember you are not doing this excursion for the food. But to relax and enjoy the ride Social thank you to imran for taking care .

    via Tripadvisor

    neyamatu2026 · October 2026

    Amazing experience

    We Book Alexandra Dhow cruise with friends 2nd time for Night view of marina lighting amazing view amazing food excellent service we will return back to this cruise again ❤️

    via Tripadvisor

    jasonyK9972PH · October 2026

    SCAM! STAY AWAY! They will charge you double….

    ABsea is a third party service responsible for this tour and it is a SCAM! DO NOT BOOK! They advertise a certain price and once you book the debit double and refuse to refund you! The pricing here will be double. I was given a price of 83 Euros and was debited nearly 160 Euros and they just send AI generated email saying they won’t refund. Not worth it! Terrible customer service. They fraudulently steal your money and won’t respond. STAY AWAY!!!!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Mandy_K · August 2026

    A great way to experience...

    A great way to experience the lights of Dubai by water on a traditional open top dhow. Service was impeccable. The food was delicious and plenty to choose from. The dancer was brilliant, then getting everyone involved. Highly recommend this trip.

    via Viator

    Gerald_M · July 2026

    Enchanting evening cruise in the Marina

    A relaxing 90 minute cruise and dinner while enjoying the lights and sounds of the Dubai Marina. The buffet dinner was excellent with a variety of choices for everyone and the entertainment was fun to watch, especially the spinning gentleman. Highly recommended and good value-for-money. Only one minor complaint which is that the directions were unclear. I recommend telling taxi drivers to drop off passengers at the Condor Marina Star building located at the beginning of Al Seba Street and then walk down the side alley and turn right and walk 50 meters to the boat.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $33 to $54
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    216
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 74

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)58
    Review evidence (18% weight)93
    Booking momentum (14% weight)91
    Value for money (12% weight)88
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)8
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.

    How much does Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow cost?

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    Prices start at $33 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow take?

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    Plan for about 1.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubai is not rushed.

    Is Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 616 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow?

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    Around 216 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubai and add a light layer if any part of the 1.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Dubai?

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    On Outty we rank every Dubai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp, Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Evening Desert Safari Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner & Live Shows. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Dubai?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Dubai?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow?

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    Included: Dubai Marina Cruise; International Buffet Dinner; and Soft Drinks, Water, Tea & Coffee. Not included: Hotel Pickup & Drop-off; Alcoholic Beverages; and Souvenir Photos & On-board Souvenirs. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow?

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    The boat is located in Dubai Marina, West Bay. The exact location can be found on google maps - "Alexandra Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina". The nearest landmark is 'Masjid Al Rahim Mosque' & 'CONDOR MARINA STAR'. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Dubai. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow?

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    Across 616 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, photo opportunities, value for money. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    What booking options are available for Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina onboard Alexandra Dhow?

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    There are 4 options to choose from, including Sunset Cruise - Upper deck, Sunset Cruise - Lower Deck, DINNER CRUISE - LOWER DECK, DINNER CRUISE - UPPER DECK. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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