Dinner Cruise

From Dubai Creek: New Year's Eve Dhow Dinner Cruise

Dhow cruise with dining guests on Dubai Marina at night, city skyline in background.

Guests dining on a New Year's Eve Creek Dhow Dinner Cruise under a lit bridge in Dubai.

Guests celebrating on a New Year's Eve Creek Dhow Dinner Cruise, wearing festive hats and enjoying drinks.

Fireworks over Dubai skyline during New Year's Eve Creek Dhow Dinner Cruise.

Duration

3 hr

Transfers available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Celebrate New Year's Eve on a dhow cruise with a 5-star festive buffet, soft drinks, and a glass of bubbly to toast 2025.

Take in sparkling Dubai Creek views and marvel at a fireworks show plus the Burj Khalifa light display from the water.

Savor international buffet dishes as you soak up the lively NYE atmosphere and festive props onboard.

Capture unforgettable moments with friends and family as you ring in the new year in style on the water.

Enhance your experience with unlimited house beverages or add shared hotel transfers for extra convenience.

3-hour Dubai Creek cruise on a traditional dhow for New Year's Eve celebrations

Unlimited soft drinks

5-star festive buffet dinner

Celebratory glass of sparkling wine

New Year's Eve party props

Panoramic open-air top deck views

International music on board

Unlimited house beverages (ages 21+) (based on selected option)

Shared hotel pick-up and drop-off (based on selected option)

Photographs taken by the on-board photographer (available for purchase)

TOTAL DURATION3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
FREQUENCYOnce, on New Year's Eve
1 Boarding point
Self-arrive/Hotel pickup
Get direction
Sights covered
Dubai Creek
Al Fahidi Historic District
Al Shindagha Museum/Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House
Deira Old Souk
National Bank of Dubai (NBD) Tower
Dubai Chamber of Commerce
Dubai Festival City Fireworks
Burj Khalifa New Year Light & Fireworks Show

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a 3-hour Dubai Creek dinner cruise, featuring a 5-star buffet, soft drinks, and a fireworks show.

Getting started

Arrive at Al Seef at Dubai Creek or get picked up with shared hotel transfers. Board the dhow near the main entrance, where staff will guide you to your seat and provide a brief overview of the evening’s schedule.

What to expect

This festive cruise sails along the historic Dubai Creek, a waterway that has shaped the city’s trade and culture for generations. The route offers a unique vantage point of Dubai’s illuminated skyline and iconic landmarks as you welcome 2025.

Features

5-star festive buffet: This 3-hour cruise takes place aboard a traditional Arabian dhow and includes a lavish festive buffet dinner with unlimited soft drinks. An upgrade to unlimited house beverages is available.

Fireworks and Burj Khalifa light show: As midnight arrives, the celebration peaks with a dazzling fireworks display at Dubai Festival City, followed by a spectacular light show on the Burj Khalifa.

Festive ambiance: This special-occasion cruise includes a celebratory glass of sparkling wine and fun New Year’s Eve party props like headbands and whistles. An onboard photographer captures the festivities, with party photos available to purchase after the cruise.

Views to top it all: See illuminated souks, traditional abras, and striking modern landmarks such as the National Bank of Dubai, Emirates NBD, and the Dubai Chamber of Commerce buildings.

Comfortable facilities: The dhow features an air-conditioned lower deck and accessible restrooms, ensuring a relaxed evening on the water.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

Dress code is smart casual.

We recommend bringing a light jacket as it can be cool on the top deck.

What’s not allowed

Souvenirs and professional photographs are not included and cannot be purchased on board.

Outside food and beverages are not permitted.

Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

The dhow is wheelchair accessible, with toilet facilities and an air-conditioned lower deck available.

Additional information

Arrive at the pickup point 10 minutes before the scheduled time.

Departure time is 9:30pm.

Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available if selected at checkout; please provide your hotel details when booking.

Tickets will be held at the box office for redemption.

Children under 3 years are not permitted on this cruise.

The cruise includes a 5-star festive buffet, a glass of bubbly to toast 2025, soft drinks, and house beverages if selected.

Enjoy a fireworks show and light show on Burj Khalifa during the cruise.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.