Speed Boat Tours

Yellow Boats Premium Sightseeing Speedboat Tour of Abu Dhabi

Duration

1 hr

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

On a guided tour aboard a thrilling speedboat ride along the splendid Corniche, witness some of the iconic landmarks of the city of Abu Dhabi.

Embark on a captivating 60-minute guided speedboat tour to uncover the architectural splendors of Abu Dhabi.

Cruise along the picturesque Corniche, soaking in the opulence of landmarks like the majestic Emirates Palace, the Lulu Island, and the Etihad Towers.

Get a glimpse of the Bedouin lifestyle at Heritage Village and cruise by the grandeur of Qasr Al Watan. The cruise also offers a glimpse of the stylish Rixos Marina Hotel.

Fun Fact: The Emirates Palace has 1,002 chandeliers hanging from its ceiling!

60-min speedboat tour by Abu Dhabi corniche (see route here)

Professional guide

Life jacket

Bottled water

Photography

Hotel pick-up and drop off

Meals

TOTAL DURATION1 hour - 1 hour
MODE OF TRANSFERSpeedboat
Timeline
Map
Start point
Berth E32, Abu Dhabi Marina
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Passes By
Emirates Palace Marina
Rixos Marina
Emirates Heritage Village
Etihad Towers
Qasr Al Watan
Abu Dhabi Corniche waterfront
Lulu Island
End point
Berth E32, Abu Dhabi Marina
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Feb 2026
Took my parents on this Corniche boat ride for their anniversary—honestly, couldn’t have picked better. We got there a bit early, so had some time to chill at the pier (nice breeze, loads of birds). Staff was suuuper chill and even helped my mom with her lifejacket (she’s a little nervous around water). The tour itself? EPIC sunset, skyline was all golden. Crew shared fun facts about the skyscrapers, and we got some coool group photos (thanks, Ahmed!). Boat did some spins—got a splash but nothing crazy. Def recommend for families, but bring a light jacket if ur going later, it got chilly on the water!
Feb 2026
Went solo, 4pm slot. A bit crowded honestly (guess everyone had the same idea), but still enjoyable. Crew was friendly, cracked jokes, and pointed out all the big buildings—didn’t know half the stuff about Abu Dhabi’s history. Boat ride was smooth but also a couple fast turns, which I loved. Only thing, wish it lasted a bit longer. Also, bring shades—the glare is REAL.
Feb 2026
This was my FIRST boat tour in the UAE and wow, I loved it. My girlfriend and I booked the sunset ride, and the views were next level. Crew was funny, kept us entertained with stories and random facts. Got soaked once, but honestly made it more memorable. Plus they took pics for us, which was sweet. Would do again.
Feb 2026
Booked last minute so we got the early slot (not as busy as sunset). Crew was really sweet, helped my kids with the lifejackets and explained all the sights. My youngest (6 yrs) was a bit scared at first but the captain let him ‘steer’ for a bit, which totally made his day. Bit windy so I’d say tie your hair up!
Feb 2026
Did this with a bunch of friends. We laughed the whole time—our captain had the best dad jokes. Boat did some wild turns, which was a blast. Staff had water bottles for us and took a ton of group pics. Little tip: sit near the back if you don’t wanna get splashed too much. Views at dusk = STUNNING.

Sail Along the Cityscapes

Witness some of the most important landmarks of Abu Dhabi on a guided speedboat tour along the splendid coastline. The boat tours offer you a thrilling ride along the splendid Corniche of Abu Dhabi, with a view of the magnificent skyline. The sights of the colossal Emirates Palace, the spectacular Etihad Towers, and Lulu Island will leave you stunned. Enjoy cruising leisurely along the Persian Gulf and marvel at the architectural wonders of the city like the Presidential Palace and the gleaming beaches of Maya Island.

Important Information

It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes, preferably of dry-fit material.

Restrictions

This experience is restricted for guests aged 5 and under.

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