Yacht charter in Dubai: the full guide
How to charter a yacht in Dubai for sunset, a party, fishing or a family day on the water. The fleet by size and purpose, what is included, and how to book.
How it works
Yachts in Dubai are chartered by the hour with crew, usually from two to three hours. Most start from Dubai Marina or off Palm Jumeirah, passing Atlantis, Burj Al Arab and Ain Dubai. The price usually includes the captain, fuel and basic drinks, with extras by package.
The choice comes down to two things: the yacht size for your group, and the format, a calm cruise, a party, fishing or romance. Below is the fleet by category, each one a click through to a detail page with price and capacity.
By occasion
A sunset cruise is the most popular format, two to three hours along the lit-up coast. A party or birthday calls for a larger yacht with music and space. A family day with a swim means a stop at a calm bay. Fishing is a separate boat type with tackle. For romance or a proposal, a smaller yacht at sunset with details arranged for you.
For great photos, take a morning or sunset slot, when the light is softer and the coast looks its best.
Motor yachts: from a cruise to a party
The core fleet for cruises and celebrations. The bigger the yacht, the more guests and space, and the higher the hourly rate.
- 01Sea Ray 40 ft — Dubai Marina
A compact yacht for a short Marina cruise with a small group.
- 02Azimut 55 ft — Dubai Marina
A balance of price and comfort, a good size for a mid-sized group and sunset.
- 03Princess 65 ft — Dubai Harbour
A spacious saloon and deck, comfortable for a larger group.
- 04Majesty 80 ft — Dubai Marina
A large yacht for a celebration and a party with room for everyone.
- 05Mangusta 95 ft Open — Dubai Harbour
A sport superyacht for a statement outing and striking photos.
- 06Pershing 7X — Dubai Harbour
A fast sport yacht with a dynamic silhouette.
Catamaran, sail and fishing
An alternative to motor yachts for a special format of a day on the water.
- 01Lagoon 46 Catamaran — Dubai Harbour
A stable catamaran with lots of space and shade, ideal for family and swimming.
- 02Bavaria Cruiser 50 — sailing yacht
A sailing yacht for a calm, atmospheric outing under sail.
- 03Silvercraft 36 Sport Fish — Gulf fishing
A boat for sea fishing with tackle and crew.
If you do not need a whole yacht
Ready water formats with seats, without chartering a whole boat.
- 01Marina Speedboat tour — 90 min
A speedboat tour around the Marina and the Palm, 90 minutes of thrill and views.
- 02Dhow Cruise Marina — traditional boat dinner
Dinner on a traditional dhow along the Marina, a calm evening on the water.
Prices and booking
The cost depends on the yacht size and the season, as a guide a leisure yacht starts from 800 AED per hour, with large and sport vessels costing more. The captain, fuel and basic drinks are usually included, while catering, decor and a photographer are added on request.
The deposit and payment are usually by card, so keep a working foreign card, as Russian bank cards do not go through. Book ahead, sunset slots and weekends sell out, especially in high season. Send the date, the number of guests and the occasion, and we will match a yacht and build a plan for you.