Duration
Guided tour
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(10)
Alunood
Chanda
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This 60-minute guided kayak tour around the Louvre Abu Dhabi includes all equipment, life jackets, waterproof phone bags, and professional instructors.
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Paddle around the museum's structure, seeing the dome and outdoor art installations from the water.
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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).
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Did you know? The dome weighs 7,000 tons but appears to float above the museum with 8 layers of geometric metalwork.
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1-hour kayak tour
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Expert guide
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Waterproof bags
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Safety briefings
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- Entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi (must be purchased separately)
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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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
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Launch from Saadiyat Island and paddle through calm waters surrounding the museum's structure.
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Pass under the iconic dome with its 7,850 star-shaped metal openings that create a "rain of light" effect.
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Glide past outdoor art installations positioned around the museum with reflections on the water's surface.
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Your guide explains the dome's design, 8 layers of geometric cladding inspired by interlaced palm fronds.
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Paddle close to the museum's white walls that appear to float on the Arabian Sea.
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What to bring
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Bring a valid ID.
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Reusable water bottle (water dispenser available onsite).
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Towel and change of clothes (you will get wet).
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Waterproof phone case or bag (provided by tour operator).
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Sunscreen and sunglasses.
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Comfortable water shoes or sandals that can get wet.
What's not allowed
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Large backpacks or bags (small bags only).
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Outside food or drinks.
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Smoking during the tour.
Accessibility
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Not suitable for wheelchair users: kayaking requires getting in and out of kayaks from a low platform.
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Not suitable for pregnant guests.
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Not suitable for guests with severe mobility limitations or recent injuries.
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Minimum age 6 years. Children ages 6-12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in a double kayak.
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Moderate physical fitness required: paddling for 60 minutes with occasional choppy water conditions.
Additional information
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This tour does not include entry to the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum, it's an outdoor water activity around the building.
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Tours operate daily, 7 days a week (including Mondays when the museum is closed).
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Waters can get choppy around the exterior but calm once you're near the museum.
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If you have any pre-existing medical conditions that might affect the normal conduct of your experience, please inform the guide.
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See the map here to know the exact spot of Kayaking.
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Weather-dependent, tours may be rescheduled if conditions are unsafe. You'll be contacted 24 hours in advance.
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Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time slot for check-in and safety briefing.
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Changing rooms and toilets available at the launch point.
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Keep phones and cameras secured, the tour operator provides waterproof bags but is not responsible for dropped items.
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Life jackets mandatory for all participants and provided by the tour operator.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Sea Hawk Water Sports & Adventures - Louvre Abu Dhabi.
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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
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The closest bus stop is Jacques Chirac St / Saadiyat Louvre. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the meeting point.
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Board bus 94 to get you there.
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