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Compare Dubai dinner cruises

Compare the Dubai dinner-cruise listings by departure arrangements, listed duration and meal inclusions. Marina, Creek, Palm and Canal departures are shown as recorded in each listing.

How to choose

Start with the departure location and the cruise time that works for your plans. Then compare the listed meal and drink inclusions; a similar duration does not mean the same route, menu or transfer arrangements.

These are selected catalogue listings, not a ranking. Prices and live availability are confirmed on enquiry. Missing information means it is not recorded, not that a service is excluded. Inclusions can depend on the option you select.

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Listed duration, inclusions and pickup for 7 experiences
Experience	Listed duration / timing	Listed inclusions	Meeting point / pickup
Dhow Cruise Dinner — Marina Dubai · Listed — confirm availability	90 minutes	Dubai Marina cruise lasting 90 minutes Welcome drink on boarding Lower-deck or upper-deck seating (as booked) International buffet dinner (vegetarian and non-vegetarian) Background music and Tanura show Return hotel transfer, only if you select the transfer option	Meeting point: Dubai Marina Yacht Club venue, Al Seba Street, Dubai Marina Pickup: Optional (select when booking). Central Dubai hotels and residences (Deira, Bur Dubai, Sheikh Zayed, Marina). Only with the transfer option; timings may vary by 30 to 60 minutes with traffic.
Dhow Cruise Dinner — Creek Dubai · Listed — confirm availability	90 minutes	90-minute cruise on Dubai Creek Tea, coffee, water and a welcome drink Two house beverages International buffet dinner (vegetarian and non-vegetarian) Lower and upper deck access Separate washrooms for men and women Tanura show with background music Roundtrip hotel transfer (only if selected)	Meeting point: Dhow boarding point, Al Seef Street, Bur Dubai Pickup: Optional (select when booking). Central Dubai hotels and residences (Deira, Bur Dubai, Sheikh Zayed). Only with the transfer option; timings may shift by 30 to 60 minutes.
Lotus Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise, Dubai Marina Dubai · Listed — confirm availability	about 3 hours (7:30 pm to about 10:30 pm)	Cruise past Bluewaters, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Atlantis The Palm Buffet dinner of international dishes, with live cooking stations Drinks as per the selected package Access to entertainment decks Swimming pool access	Meeting point: Pier 7, Dubai Marina Promenade, next to Dubai Marina Mall (Berth L, T-Head) Pickup: Not included. Make your own way to Pier 7.
Ocean Empress Dinner Cruise, Dubai Marina Dubai · Listed — confirm availability	about 2.5 hours (8:00 pm to about 10:30 pm)	Dinner cruise on the Ocean Empress Views of Dubai Marina, JBR, Bluewaters Island, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm and Ain Dubai Welcome drink Asian and international buffet Live cooking stations Traditional music and a live performance	Meeting point: Pier 7, Dubai Marina Promenade, next to the Pier 7 building and Marina Mall Pickup: Not included. No transfer is listed; parking is available at Marina Mall.
Palm Dinner Cruise from Palm Views East Marina Dubai · Listed — confirm availability	about 2 hours	International dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes Air-conditioned lower deck and open upper deck Tea, coffee, water and welcome drinks Background music Separate toilets for men and women Hotel pickup and drop-off (only if a transfer option is chosen)	Meeting point: Palm Views East Marina, Palm Jumeirah (if no transfer booked) Pickup: Optional (select when booking). Dubai hotels or residences (one listing mentions central Dubai and Sahara Centre, Dubai side). No airport pickup; a surcharge may apply outside the city centre.
Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise from Festival City Dubai · Listed — confirm availability	about 2 hours	2-hour cruise departing at 7:00 pm Welcome drinks, Arabic coffee and dates Starters and soft drinks International buffet dinner with live entertainment Tea, coffee and bottled water House beverages for guests 21 and over (House Beverages option only)	Meeting point: Next to the IMAGINE show, Dubai Festival City Mall Pickup: Optional (select when booking). Dubai hotels or residences. Roundtrip transfer only if added at booking; no airport pickup.
Xclusive Dinner Cruise, Dubai Marina Dubai · Listed — confirm availability	90 minutes	90-minute Dubai Marina cruise International buffet dinner Air-conditioned lower deck or open upper deck Welcome drink Unlimited water, soft drinks, tea and coffee On-board toilets	Meeting point: Xclusive Marina, behind Al Majara Tower, Al Hubob Street, Dubai Marina Pickup: Not included. Operator does not offer transfers; nearest metro is DMCC.

Restrictions, exclusions and terms

Dhow Cruise Dinner — Marina

Exclusions: Personal expenses and extra purchases
Alcoholic drinks on UAE dry days
Restrictions / eligibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Accessibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Cancellation terms: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Listing facts checked on 27 September 2026.

These details are from the individual listing. Read its full description, options and supporting sources and confirm applicable terms before booking.

Dhow Cruise Dinner — Creek

Exclusions: Personal expenses and extra purchases
Add-ons not listed as included
Restrictions / eligibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Accessibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Cancellation terms: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Listing facts checked on 27 September 2026.

These details are from the individual listing. Read its full description, options and supporting sources and confirm applicable terms before booking.

Lotus Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise, Dubai Marina

Exclusions: Personal expenses and shopping
Food and drinks outside the selected package
Hotel transfers
Restrictions / eligibility: Wheelchair access is limited to the lower deck, and its bathrooms are not accessible.
UAE resident rates require showing an Emirates ID when checking in; otherwise the standard rate applies.
Children under 3 free; child fares for ages 3 to 10 (official).
Accessibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Cancellation terms: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the cruise.

Listing facts checked on 27 September 2026.

These details are from the individual listing. Read its full description, options and supporting sources and confirm applicable terms before booking.

Ocean Empress Dinner Cruise, Dubai Marina

Exclusions: Personal expenses
Alcoholic drinks unless included in the package
Restrictions / eligibility: Children under 3 free; child fares for ages 3 to 10 (official).
Accessibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Cancellation terms: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the cruise.

Listing facts checked on 27 September 2026.

These details are from the individual listing. Read its full description, options and supporting sources and confirm applicable terms before booking.

Palm Dinner Cruise from Palm Views East Marina

Exclusions: Personal expenses
Food and drinks not listed as included
Hotel transfers when no transfer option is chosen
Restrictions / eligibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Accessibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Cancellation terms: Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure.

Listing facts checked on 27 September 2026.

These details are from the individual listing. Read its full description, options and supporting sources and confirm applicable terms before booking.

Dubai Canal Dinner Cruise from Festival City

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (can be bought on board)
Souvenir photos (can be bought on board)
Personal expenses
Restrictions / eligibility: Children need an adult with them at all times.
House beverages served only to guests aged 21 and over.
Accessibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Cancellation terms: Cancellation terms depend on the operating supplier and are confirmed on enquiry; some listings apply a stricter no-cancellation window closer to departure.

Listing facts checked on 29 September 2026.

These details are from the individual listing. Read its full description, options and supporting sources and confirm applicable terms before booking.

Xclusive Dinner Cruise, Dubai Marina

Exclusions: Personal expenses and extras beyond the set menu
Alcoholic drinks
Hotel transfers
Restrictions / eligibility: Children need an adult with them at all times.
Infants and children under 3 travel free (official).
Accessibility: Not stated — confirm on enquiry
Cancellation terms: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure; refunds can take up to 14 working days.

Listing facts checked on 27 September 2026.

These details are from the individual listing. Read its full description, options and supporting sources and confirm applicable terms before booking.