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Boat Rental Dubai

Boat rental in Dubai starts from AED 600 per hour with a licensed captain, crew and fuel included. Our smaller boats take 8 to 12 guests, need a 2-hour minimum and depart from Dubai Marina and Dubai Harbour.

A boat is the easiest way to see the Dubai Marina skyline, JBR, Bluewaters and Ain Dubai from the water, without the price of a large yacht.

Boats for hire in Dubai

Compact boats and small yachts from 33ft to 48ft. Tap a boat to see photos, what is included and the booking form.

Yacht prices vary with the number of guests, date and season.

Boat hire prices in Dubai

YachtGuestsFrom / hourMinimumFrom (minimum trip)
YRD Prime 33ft8AED 6002 hrsAED 1,200
YRD Signature 43ft12AED 6002 hrsAED 1,200
36ft Luxury Oryx10AED 7482 hrsAED 1,496
YRD Signature 48ft12AED 7502 hrsAED 1,500

Prices are per hour for the whole boat, not per person. Weekends, public holidays and sunset slots can cost more. Your final price is confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay.

Speed boat, motor boat or small yacht?

In Dubai most “boat rental” searches end in the same place: a private motor boat or small yacht with a captain. You do not need a licence, because the captain drives. Self-drive boats need a UAE boating licence, so we only offer crewed boats.

Our YRD Prime 33ft is the most popular small boat: shaded seating, a private cabin and a washroom for up to 8 guests from Dubai Harbour. For 10 to 12 guests, the 36ft Oryx, the 43ft and the 48ft add a flybridge and more deck space.

Popular boat routes

  • 1 to 2 hours: Dubai Marina, JBR and Bluewaters with Ain Dubai
  • 2 to 3 hours: add Atlantis and the Palm Jumeirah crescent
  • 3 hours or more: on to the Burj Al Arab with a swim stop, weather permitting

Frequently asked questions

How much is boat rental in Dubai?

Our boats start from AED 600 per hour with a 2-hour minimum, so a private boat trip starts from about AED 1,200. Captain, crew, fuel, water and ice are included.

Do I need a licence to rent a boat in Dubai?

No. All our boats come with a licensed captain who drives the boat, so you do not need a boating licence.

How many people can go on a small boat?

Our boats take 8 to 12 guests. For bigger groups see our yachts for up to 50 guests.

Where do the boats depart from?

From Dubai Marina, and the YRD Prime 33ft from Dubai Harbour. We send the exact berth and parking details on WhatsApp.

Can we swim from the boat?

Yes, on trips of 2 hours or more the captain can stop for a swim when the sea and weather allow.

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Ready to book your yacht in Dubai?

Send us your date, time and number of guests on WhatsApp and we will reply with the best yacht and price for your plan.