Kayaking

Louvre Abu Dhabi Guided Kayak Tour

This 60-minute guided kayak tour around the Louvre Abu Dhabi includes all equipment, life jackets, waterproof phone bags, and professional instructors.

Paddle around the museum's structure, seeing the dome and outdoor art installations from the water.

Perfect for beginners, with no prior kayaking experience needed. Families with children aged 6-12 are welcome to join (children must be accompanied by their parents).

Did you know? The dome weighs 7,000 tons but appears to float above the museum with 8 layers of geometric metalwork.

1-hour kayak tour

Expert guide

Waterproof bags

Safety briefings

Entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi (must be purchased separately)

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Christian R
Ζευγάρι
Επιβεβαιωμένη κράτηση
Φεβ 2026
Very special tour around the Louvre. You will get wet!! Wear bathwear. Ist more impressive as the museum, you see a lot.
Emily T
Ζευγάρι
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Ιαν 2026
Beautiful surroundings. Make sure you wear waterproof clothes though!
Oliver R
Ομάδα
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Φεβ 2026
Outside View of Abu Dhabi, Colors , etc.
Alunood A
Ζευγάρι
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Δεκ 2025
The tour guides were patient and cooperative, and really reflected the welcoming, warm emirati spirit. I noticed this the most when i slowed down, and the tour guide came to check on me, asking if i was tired. It was a memorable experience!
Samuel L
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Οκτ 2025
Nice place to do kayak!!! Do it early at the morning!!!

This 60-minute kayaking tour lets you experience the Louvre Abu Dhabi's striking architecture from the surrounding waters.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the kayaking sign near the museum's parking entrance. A golf cart takes you to the launch point (or walk 10-15 minutes). Your guide provides a safety briefing, fits your life jacket, and demonstrates paddle technique. No prior kayaking experience is needed.

Features

Launch from Saadiyat Island and paddle through calm waters surrounding the museum's structure.

Pass under the iconic dome with its 7,850 star-shaped metal openings that create a "rain of light" effect.

Glide past outdoor art installations positioned around the museum with reflections on the water's surface.

Your guide explains the dome's design, 8 layers of geometric cladding inspired by interlaced palm fronds.

Paddle close to the museum's white walls that appear to float on the Arabian Sea.

What to bring

Bring a valid ID.

Reusable water bottle (water dispenser available onsite).

Towel and change of clothes (you will get wet).

Waterproof phone case or bag (provided by tour operator).

Sunscreen and sunglasses.

Comfortable water shoes or sandals that can get wet.

What's not allowed

Large backpacks or bags (small bags only).

Outside food or drinks.

Smoking during the tour.

Accessibility

Not suitable for wheelchair users: kayaking requires getting in and out of kayaks from a low platform.

Not suitable for pregnant guests.

Not suitable for guests with severe mobility limitations or recent injuries.

Minimum age 6 years. Children ages 6-12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in a double kayak.

Moderate physical fitness required: paddling for 60 minutes with occasional choppy water conditions.

Additional information

This tour does not include entry to the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum, it's an outdoor water activity around the building.

Tours operate daily, 7 days a week (including Mondays when the museum is closed).

Waters can get choppy around the exterior but calm once you're near the museum.

If you have any pre-existing medical conditions that might affect the normal conduct of your experience, please inform the guide.

See the map here to know the exact spot of Kayaking.

Weather-dependent, tours may be rescheduled if conditions are unsafe. You'll be contacted 24 hours in advance.

Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time slot for check-in and safety briefing.

Changing rooms and toilets available at the launch point.

Keep phones and cameras secured, the tour operator provides waterproof bags but is not responsible for dropped items.

Life jackets mandatory for all participants and provided by the tour operator.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

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

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Sea Hawk Water Sports & Adventures - Louvre Abu Dhabi.

Address: 133 Jacques Chirac St - Al Sa'DiyatCultural - Cultural District - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Jacques Chirac St / Saadiyat Louvre. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board bus 94 to get you there.