Dinner Cruise

From Dubai Canal: 2-Hour Luxury Dhow Dinner Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Drinks

Couple greeted with drinks on the Luxury Dhow Cruise deck at night.

Couple on Dubai Canal Cruise with illuminated Al Faris sign at night.

Couple toasting wine glasses on Luxury Dhow Cruise at night.

Duration

2 hr - 5 hr

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.5/5(985)

Daneth S

Couple

Verified booking

Dec 2025

This cruise was premium, excellent service, your staff served us with great enthusiasm and interest in our wellbeing. The food was over the top, Hot and tasty , great variety too. I liked the audio guide that ensured we did not miss interesting sites on the journey. The bathroom was very clean and upscale. We had a fantastic time, the entertainment was outstanding, that Saxophonist played like we were Royalty, I loved his range of music, no one was left out. We had a great celebration, will definitely do this again. Thanks to the entire team.

Prem S

Group

Verified booking

Dec 2025

Very spacious, clean, thoughtful and elegant seating, good mix of crowd though not overcrowded, hygienic food were the highlights of my cruise experience. It traversed the entire length of the creek starting from Festival Mall to the waterfall bridge/ JW Marriott hotel and glided on the waters without any jerks or sways. Recommended for young and old alike.

Sail the Dubai Canal on a 2-hour luxury dhow with floor-to-ceiling glass, perfect for couples and families seeking a scenic cruise with gourmet dining.

Your cruise is timed to coincide with the IMAGINE Show, a record-breaking water, laser, and fire spectacle at Dubai Festival City Mall. Please note: the show is organized separately by mall management and its performance is subject to their discretion.

Savor Arabic grilled meats, seafood, and decadent desserts as a live saxophonist plays, passing Burj Khalifa, Ras Al Khor Sanctuary, and Sheikh Zayed Bridge.

Upgrade to unlimited house beverages (beer and wine), add hotel transfers for a stress-free evening, or make it extra special with an upper-deck upgrade.

Fun fact: IMAGINE at Dubai Festival City holds the record for the world’s largest water screen projection, spanning a massive 893 square meters on a curtain of 30 fountains.

2-hour luxury dhow cruise along Dubai Canal

International buffet dinner (menu here)

Chance to view the IMAGINE Show (operated by Dubai Festival City Mall; not guaranteed)

Arabic coffee & dates

Live music on board

Taped commentary

Unlimited house beverages, including wines, beers & spirits (based on selected option)

Shared round-trip hotel transfers (based on selected option)

Upper deck upgrade available for AED 50 per person (pay onsite)

Personal expenses

Alcoholic beverages (at an additional cost)

TOTAL DURATION2 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERShip
1 Boarding point
Al Faris Floating Restaurant
Get direction
Sights covered
Mohammed bin Rashid Library
Dubai Creek Harbour
Burj Khalifa
Downtown Dubai
Dubai Design District
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Business Bay
Sheikh Zayed Bridge Waterfall
Tolerance Bridge

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Jelena B
Couple
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Yes! Fantastic cruise! Very good choise food.
Agnieszka W
Group
Verified booking
Jan 2026
Fantastic adventure I highly recommend
Sreenivasa S
Family
Verified booking
Jan 2026
Very nice arranged and cruise was very memorable .
Daneth S
Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
This cruise was premium, excellent service, your staff served us with great enthusiasm and interest in our wellbeing. The food was over the top, Hot and tasty , great variety too. I liked the audio guide that ensured we did not miss interesting sites on the journey. The bathroom was very clean and upscale. We had a fantastic time, the entertainment was outstanding, that Saxophonist played like we were Royalty, I loved his range of music, no one was left out. We had a great celebration, will definitely do this again. Thanks to the entire team.
Prem S
Group
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Very spacious, clean, thoughtful and elegant seating, good mix of crowd though not overcrowded, hygienic food were the highlights of my cruise experience. It traversed the entire length of the creek starting from Festival Mall to the waterfall bridge/ JW Marriott hotel and glided on the waters without any jerks or sways. Recommended for young and old alike.

A warm welcome and a dazzling departure

Step aboard a luxurious glass-enclosed dhow at Dubai Festival City, where a traditional Arabic welcome awaits. Fragrant kahwah, sweet dates, and chilled refreshments. Settle into your seat as the city’s skyline glows around you. As your cruise begins, you may also witness the spectacular IMAGINE Show unfolding on the water. With fountains dancing, lasers beaming, and fire lighting up the night, it’s an extraordinary bonus to your journey down the Dubai Canal. (Since the show is run by Dubai Festival City Mall, it cannot be guaranteed every evening.)

A night of flavors and melodies

Listen to the taped commentary as you pass Dubai’s modern marvels, from the Burj Khalifa (you really can't miss this, can you?) to the sail-shaped Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, the wildlife haven of Ras Al Khor, and the stunning Sheikh Zayed Bridge Waterfall cascading over the canal. Enjoy a spread of Arabic grills, fresh seafood, and global flavors, with unlimited soft drinks, or upgrade for free-flowing house beverages. As the city drifts by, a live saxophonist sets the mood, making this a truly unforgettable memory.

What to bring

Producing your ID, such as a passport, Emirates ID, or driver’s license, is mandatory upon arrival.

Additional information

While there isn’t a particular dress code, it is recommended that you wear smart casual clothing for this experience.

The ticket option that includes house beverages is only for guests above 21 years old.

The IMAGINE Show is a separate event hosted by Dubai Festival City Mall. While your cruise is timed to coincide with the show, its performance is entirely at the mall management’s discretion. This means the show cannot be guaranteed as part of your cruise experience.

Please note that smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas on the dhow cruise.

You will receive an email confirmation with your Dubai Water Canal Cruise with Dinner vouchers shortly. Please display your vouchers on your mobile phone with valid photo ID at the boarding point at the Dubai Water Canal Cruise pier or at the time of pick up.