Glide under illuminated bridges and a cascading LED waterfall on a three-hour dhow dinner through Dubai Water Canal. Enjoy an international buffet, live entertainment and skyline views timed for sunset.
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The dhow slips away from the quay as the city lights tilt toward the water—glass towers and palm-lined promenades reflected in a ribbon of motion. The canal’s LED-lit bridges and the waterfall beneath the main span pass like stage props while the boat hums forward and the scent of spiced rice and za’atar drifts from the buffet.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; boarding involves a short step or gangway; walking onboard is minimal
Wildlife
History
Opened in 2016, the Dubai Water Canal was an engineered cut connecting Dubai Creek to the Arabian Gulf and opened new public waterfronts through Business Bay and Jumeirah.
Conservation
The canal is heavily managed; visitors should avoid littering and respect designated walkways—efforts to reintroduce vegetation and reduce runoff are ongoing.
Reserve your spot on the Dubai Canal Dhow Cruise Dinner today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive 20–30 minutes before departure for boarding and ID checks to avoid delays.
Dress in Layers
Evenings on the water can be cool; bring a light jacket over smart-casual attire.
Choose Mid-Ship Seating
If you’re sensitive to motion, ask for mid-ship seats where movement is less noticeable.
Bring a Camera with Low-Light Settings
Sunset and illuminated bridges are the highlights—low-light capability captures them best.
Light jacket or windbreaker
Evening breezes on the canal make a light layer useful after sunset.
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Comfortable, non-slip shoes
Stable footwear helps when boarding and moving around the dhow.
Compact camera or smartphone with low-light mode
To capture night lights and reflections under bridges.
Travel documents and printed or mobile ticket
ID and ticket are typically checked at boarding—have them handy.