New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise worth booking?
New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise is a 3-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $1146 per person. It scores 41 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 41 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $1146 per person
Ring in the New Year in style on a luxurious New Year's Eve dinner cruise along Dubai Water Canal! Set sail aboard a magnificent glass-enclosed Arabian "dhow" boat and bask in the breathtaking views of the Festival City
What you get
- House Beverages (if booked with house beverages)
- Round-trip shared transfer (if booked with transfer)
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
Ring in the New Year in style on a luxurious New Year's Eve dinner cruise along Dubai Water Canal! Set sail aboard a magnificent glass-enclosed Arabian "dhow" boat and bask in the breathtaking views of the Festival City Mall, the magnificent Burj Khalifa, and the vibrant Waterfall Bridge. Indulge in a sumptuous 5-star international buffet, be entranced by a mesmerizing whirling-dervish show, and at the stroke of midnight, witness the awe-inspiring fireworks display at the Burj Khalifa. Make this New Year's Eve an unforgettable experience with a deluxe dinner cruise on Dubai Water Canal! Marvel at Dubai's towering skyscrapers while dining and watching the Burj Khalifa fireworks in one go. Cruise by the magnificent Waterfall Bridge and the iconic Burj Khalifa on a luxury dhow, complete with a 5-star gala buffet and a live saxophonist.
What's included
Included
- House Beverages (if booked with house beverages)
- Round-trip shared transfer (if booked with transfer)
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Imagine
IMAGINE is Dubai Festival City’s record-breaking new attraction. Harnessing the power of light, water and fire, IMAGINE offers a unique sensory experience. With 30 fountains and surround sound to connect with audiences, IMAGINE is a show like never seen before. Boasting the largest water screen projection and largest permanent projection mapping in the world – both, Guinness World Record breakers, it features the latest entertainment technology in water, pyrotechnics, lasers, lights and dramatic effects.
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Project Objective: a distinguished project to serve the educational, societal, and tourism movements and is considered as one of the specialized projects that’s related with the latest technologies, and it's considered as a significant mark on Dubai Tourism map. It is also a forum for a mixture of cultures through cultural services that will be provided by live library presentations, documentaries, lectures, from all over the world. includes a large electronic library database. Additionally, most of the physical books, articles, newspapers ... etc. will be converted to electronic versions. The library will also be digitally linked with global libraries to share and retrieve rare, valuable, and difficult to obtain sources of information. Architectural Concept: The Rehl is the traditional lectern. The Rehl carries books in general and more specifically the Koran. In the same way, a library carries and preserves the cultural treasures of a nation in the form of literature, periodicals, and audiovisual media. In this respect, the architectural concept of the library is based symbolically on the lectern, the Rehl, and translates this into a modern 21st-century vocabulary.
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Al Jadaf is the historic dhow building yard. Historically, Al Jaddaf, which literally means The Rower, was primarily a dhow building area. Its shipyards are today the only site for the building and maintenance of these traditional boats.
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The Dubai Creek Harbour is at the heart of a bold new vision for Dubai. With spectacular cultural offerings, world class residences, shopping, amenities, offices and more, Dubai Creek Harbour will also have the next world’s tallest sky scraper.
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Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Home to over 500 Greater Flamingos
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United Arab Emirates
The Burj Khalifa, known as the Burj Dubai prior to its inauguration in 2010, is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With a total height of 829.8 m and a roof height of 828 m, the Burj Khalifa has been the tallest structure and building in the world since its topping out in 2009
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Design District D3
Dubai Design District (d3) has been developed through careful consultation with the design community to provide a creative ecosystem that surpasses the expectations of a typical creative neighbourhood. d3 forges the inspiring, authentic, and relevant ideas shaping Dubai’s future as a leading destination of design, art, and culture. It has its own beating heart, its own spirit and its own very personal style. d3 is home to the region’s growing community of creative thinkers. It is being built as part of the Dubai Plan 2021 using the Smart City principles which offer digital connectivity to create an innovation-led economy. d3 aims to engage, inspire and enable emerging talent, and educate the next generation about the power and importance of all forms of design. It also provides a platform to showcase Middle Eastern creative talent to a larger, global audience. This is a place where creatives can live, work and play. Where aspiring designers can cut their teeth and learn their trade; where local talent can work alongside international design, art and fashion houses. It is, at its heart, a place where creative minds can come together to realize their dreams.
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Dubai Water Canal
Dubai Water Canal is an infrastructure overhaul which winds its way to the Arabian Gulf from the old Dubai Creek effectively turning a significant part of Dubai into an island. This 3.2km long waterway ranges 80 to 120m in width, is six meters in depth and cuts through Dubai’s main artery, the Sheikh Zayed Road connecting with the Arabian Gulf.
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Business Bay is Dubai’s Central Business District. The Business Bay is the same in nature to Manhattan or Ginza which are business centers for the cities of New York and Tokyo. Each building you see in this district has its own unique design which houses several architecturally-striking buildings and world-class amenities. The development of Marasi Business Bay with its 12km promenade, water homes, floating restaurants, five marinas and abundance of leisure and entertainment options, further reinforces its appeal to residents and visitors.
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Sheikh Zayed Bridge Waterfall is a mechanical waterfall, where the Canal meets the Sheikh Zayed Road Bridge. This motion-operated water wonder pumps water through the bridge in a constant flow, visible from the promenade, and can be switched off when a sensor detects a boat nearby.
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The Tolerance Bridge was inaugurated at Dubai Water Canal to mark the International Day for Tolerance.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dubai
If you are coming with your own vehicle; just park the car @ Dubai Festival city mall - Robinsons parking and walk towards the DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY WATERFRONT PROMENADE. You will see the AL FARIS DHOW on your extreme right.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
If you are coming with your own vehicle; just park the car @ Dubai Festival city mall - Robinsons parking and walk towards the DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY WATERFRONT PROMENADE. You will see the AL FARIS DHOW on your extreme right.
Options you can book
House Beverages 21+ & transfer
with transfer & house beverage
With Shared Transfers
From Dubai City Limit Hotels
New Years Luxury Canal Dinner Cruise
Duration: 3 hours Lavish International Buffet Dubai Water Canal Boat
House Beverages 21+
house beverages
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Amazon Travel And Tourism LLC
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cruise 100%, Viator 50%
The New Year Cruise was wonderful however we bought it with transfers. The transfers were cancelled by Viator but we were told the cruise couldn't be cancelled. We had a problem organising transport. If Viator sell a trip that includes transport they should honour the commitment
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed
- Price range
- $1146 to $2200
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 41
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $1146 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 Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 41 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise?
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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 Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise?
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Around 1 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does New Years Luxury Dubai Canal Cruise 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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