
New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 16 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai worth booking?
New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai is a 3.5-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $525 per person. It scores 26 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 16 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 26 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (16)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $525 per person
Dubai’s skyline will light up with fireworks, lasers and lights on New Year’s Eve, as it celebrates the Eve of Wonders event on December 31, with Burj Khalifa as the centerpiece. Our Dhow Cruise will start sailing from
What you get
- Live Entertainment Show
- New Year Burj Khalifa Fireworks
- Live Music
- Dinner
About this experience
Dubai’s skyline will light up with fireworks, lasers and lights on New Year’s Eve, as it celebrates the Eve of Wonders event on December 31, with Burj Khalifa as the centerpiece. Our Dhow Cruise will start sailing from Deira Creek to Burj Khalifa (Fireworks)
What's included
Included
- Live Entertainment Show
- New Year Burj Khalifa Fireworks
- Live Music
- Dinner
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Deira Old Souk Abra Station
Sightseeing spots: - Dubai Festival City - National Bank of Dubai - Dubai Chamber of Commerce - Ruler's Court - Sheikh Saeed house Departure location: Dubai Deira Creek, Deira side (in front of Dubai Municipality - Parking 4)
Pass by without stopping
Dubai Festival City
Friday Special Cruise to Dubai Festival City Where you can enjoy 7 Shows as Following. Turkish Tanoura Egyptian Tanoura Horse Show Puppet Show Dubai Festival Shows (Fountain show, Laser Show and Fire show)
20 minutes here
United Arab Emirates
Burj Khalifa New Year Fireworks
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dubai
Opposite Al Ras Shopping Mall, Near Deira Old Souq. Baniyas Road. Deira Dubai
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Opposite Al Ras Shopping Mall, Near Deira Old Souq. Baniyas Road. Deira Dubai
Options you can book
Diamond Seating - Upper Deck
Diamond Seating Sofa: Diamond Seating - Upper Deck in Open Air Food Served on Table Shows in front of Diamond Seating Food Serving on Table Duration: 3 hours Open Buffet - Serving on Table Burj Khalifa
Silver Seating - Upper Deck
Seating Upper Deck - Covered: Seating Upper Deck - Covered Area Duration: 2 hours Open Buffet Self Service Dubai Festival City Tour
Gold Seating - Upper Deck
Gold Seating - Upper Deck: Gold Seating - Upper Deck in Open Air Priority for Food Shows in front of Gold Seating Priority for Food Duration: 2 hours Open Buffet: Priority for Food Dubai Festival City Tour
Normal Seating - Lower Deck
Seating Lower Deck Duration: 2 hours Open Buffet Dubai Festival City Tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Destination MiddleEast Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Poor hospitality
Very poor hospitality and unhygienic cruise I have ever seen. For the amount paid, there should be some level of hospitality expected. Cruise is not clean and also the tour operator not bothers on the concerns raised. Left the cruise before the cruise started. Very bad experience
Response from the operator: We have around 100 pax on board and everybody enjoyed their NYE Tour. I believe you are the one who book for lower deck and later on trying to sit on upper deck in Gold seating without paying any additional money and offer 500 dhs to upgrade.
via Viator
NYE 2024 River Cruise Dubai
Very average and disorganised. Lacked quality by any standard. Finding the boat was difficult as instructions and direction were vague. No one to greet us on to the boat. Boat and food condition were frankly terrible and unsanitary.
via Tripadvisor
Good experience
Service was great! food very tasty. I would change this to a 2 hours cruise. 4.5 hours was to long and tiring. I expected more fireworks around Barj Khalifa. Overall good experience.
via Viator
New years cruise
It was great for my family to be together on New Year’s Eve. We had great seats and food was good for being on a small cruise boat.
Response from the operator: Dear Mr. Khalid. Thanks for your review. Hope to see you again.
via Viator
not worth for money
We pay more money for open air dinner to have a better view of firework. Food is warm and many variety. However, after dinner, everybody come to the little section to see firework and block the view. I can hardly move around or just sit and watch firework. Plus it is far from Khalifa Tower. It does not worth money.
Response from the operator: Dear Mr. Sharon, Everybody came to enjoy. We can not stop them to see fireworks. We allow them to dance and celebrate NYE. As per UAE Security guide line all the cruises were stoped before business bay bridge. That was last line for cruises.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $525 to $2627
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 26
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai cost?
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Prices start at $525 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 New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai take?
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Plan for about 3.5 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 New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 26 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 16 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai?
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Around 6 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 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does New Year Fireworks Cruise. Witness the spectacular fireworks in Dubai 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 Dune Buggy Safari Tour in Red Dunes Options. 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.
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