Cut across Dubai’s coastline on a 90-minute RIB cruise past Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis and the Burj Al Arab. Fast, photo-friendly and commentary-led, this cruise is a compact way to see the city from the water.
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The boat thumps against the wake and the Dubai skyline shrinks into a row of glinting glass as the RIB lifts onto the Arabian Gulf. In ninety minutes a compact loop takes you past the crescent of Palm Jumeirah, around the Atlantis hotel, alongside the tower-lined Dubai Marina and out to photograph the sculpted sail of the Burj Al Arab — all from the spray-swept deck.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness who can step into a low boat, stand for short periods and handle brief motion.
Wildlife
History
Palm Jumeirah is a large-scale land-reclamation project completed in the 2000s that transformed Dubai’s coastal geography; the Burj Al Arab opened in 1999 as a symbol of luxury hospitality.
Conservation
Operators are subject to UAE marine regulations; avoid throwing litter overboard and choose reef-safe sunscreen to reduce local environmental impact.
Reserve your spot on the 90 Minutes Speedboat Tour: Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The afternoon sun is intense on open water; use reef-safe sunscreen and reapply frequently to avoid burns.
Protect your camera
Expect spray and occasional splashes — use a waterproof case or quick-dry microfibre and a wrist strap.
Wear flat-soled shoes
Boarding and disembarking use ramps and docks; flat shoes or sandals improve balance on wet surfaces.
Arrive early for check-in
Plan to be at the Marina Promenade meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure to complete boarding procedures.
Sunscreen (reef-safe)
Protects skin from strong UV on open water and reduces environmental impact.
summer
Waterproof camera or case
Keeps photos safe from spray and allows you to capture high-speed shots.
Light windbreaker
Useful for cool breezy mornings or evenings on the Gulf when temperatures drop.
winter
Flat-soled shoes or sandals
Improves footing while boarding and moving on wet ramps and deck surfaces.