Sunset Abra Tour of Burj Khalifa with Optional Emirati High Tea





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Witness Dubai's stunning sunset on a traditional abra tour with an authentic Emirati high tea as you cruise along Dubai Creek.
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Sail at sunset along Dubai Water Canal on a traditional wooden Abra while recorded commentary adds context to the skyline all around you.
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Board your traditional wooden Abra before departure and get settled on board as the route along the Dubai Water Canal begins for your cruise.
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Glide past Burj Khalifa as it catches the sunset light, taking in views of the Dubai skyline from the waters of the Dubai Water Canal.
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Settle into your traditional wooden Abra, listen to recorded commentary throughout the cruise, and enjoy water served as you sail the canal.
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Upgrade your cruise by adding Emirati high tea on board, giving you a taste of local flavors as you glide along during the sunset sailing.
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Upgrade for round-trip transfers so your journey to and from the cruise is taken care of, keeping the focus on your Abra ride and skyline views.
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1-hour Abra ride along the Dubai Water Canal
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Traditional wooden Abra vessel
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Recorded commentary
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Water
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Emirati high tea [as per option selected]
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Round-trip transfers [as per option selected]
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You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Cruise the Dubai Water Canal for 1 hour on a traditional wooden Abra, with Burj Khalifa in view at sunset. Add Emirati high tea if you want a slower, more relaxed evening.
Getting started
Board your Abra at the Dubai Water Canal. If you added round-trip transfers, they cover your journey to and from the boarding point. Bottled water is on board for the ride.
What to expect on the Dubai Water Canal
This is a slow, 1-hour cruise on a wooden Abra, the traditional boat Dubai has used to cross its waterways for generations. You get a calm stretch of water with the city skyline around you.
Features
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Sail for 1 hour on a traditional wooden Abra along the Dubai Water Canal.
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See Burj Khalifa at sunset from the water.
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Pass a bird sanctuary and the dhow yards along the canal.
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Listen to recorded commentary on the sights as you go.
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Add Emirati high tea during your cruise, with round-trip transfers or both in one package.
Wrapping up
Your 1-hour ride ends where it began, back at the canal. If you booked transfers, your ride back is arranged as part of the package.
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What to bring
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Voucher: Bring your mobile voucher and a valid photo ID for verification at the ticket counter before boarding.
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Arrival: Arrive at the boarding point at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.
Accessibility
- Limited accessibility: This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility.
What’s not allowed
- Mobility restrictions: People with mobility impairments are not allowed on this tour.
Additional information
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Duration: The Abra ride along the Dubai Water Canal lasts around 1 hour.
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Transfers: Round-trip transfers are included only if you select a transfer option.
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Emirati high tea: Emirati high tea is included only if you select a high-tea option.
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- 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.
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