Holidays & tours – Al Zarra Tourism

See Dubai light up from the water on a traditional wooden dhow. Choose a cruise along historic Dubai Creek or through modern Dubai Marina, with an international buffet dinner, live entertainment, and skyline views. Book with Al Zarra for an easy, memorable evening.

Cruise Options and Timings

	Dubai Creek	Dubai Marina
Typical boarding	7:30 pm	8:00 pm
Cruise time	8:00 – 10:00 pm	8:30 – 10:30 pm
Duration	90 to 120 minutes	90 to 120 minutes
Approx. price (AED)	60 – 100	120 – 150
Best for	History lovers and budget-conscious travellers	Couples and tourists
Atmosphere	Historic and cultural	Modern and glamorous
Key sights	Souks, heritage areas, Al Seef	JBR, Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island

Timings and prices vary by deck, operator, and season.

What's Included

✓ Dhow cruise of about 2 hours on Dubai Creek or Dubai Marina
✓ International buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
✓ Welcome drinks: Arabic coffee, dates, and soft beverages
✓ Live entertainment, including a Tanoura dance performance

Not included

✕ Personal expenses
✕ Premium or VIP seating upgrades (unless booked)
✕ Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless part of your package)
✕ Special celebration arrangements such as cakes or decorations

Lower Deck vs Upper Deck

Both decks share the same buffet, route, and entertainment. The difference is the seating and the view.

Deck	Experience	Best for	Approx. price (AED)
Lower deck (air-conditioned)	Indoor seating with large windows	Summer months, families, and seniors	60 – 120
Upper deck (open-air)	Outdoor seating with skyline views	Photography and cooler winter evenings	80 – 200

Prices depend on the route, season, and availability.

Live Entertainment

Performance	Duration	Mood	Best for
Tanoura dance	10–20 minutes	Energetic and cultural	Everyone
Live vocalist	30–45 minute sets	Relaxed and romantic	Couples and solo travellers
Magic or puppet show	10–15 minutes	Fun and interactive	Families with children

Tanoura dance: A dancer in a colourful illuminated skirt spins for extended periods. It is often performed on the lower deck.

Live music: Soft Arabic melodies and international hits.

Puppet or magic shows: Available on select cruises, so confirm before booking. Puppet shows are more common on the Creek route.

DJ: Background music between live acts.

Good to know

Entertainment is family-friendly and varies by operator.

Belly dancing and other shows may appear in premium or festive packages, such as New Year's Eve.

During Ramadan, cruises still run, but live entertainment such as Tanoura and alcohol service is usually paused. Soft background music is allowed.

Buffet Menu

An international buffet with Arabic, Indian, and continental dishes, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian sections.

Course	Sample items
Welcome drinks	Dates, Arabic coffee, fresh juices
Starters and salads	Hummus, fattoush, spring rolls, vegetable samosas, coleslaw, pasta salad, Greek salad
Vegetarian mains	Paneer butter masala, mixed vegetable curry, dal tadka, Hakka noodles, vegetable biryani, dal makhani
Non-vegetarian mains	Grilled fish, shish tawook, butter chicken, mutton biryani, fish fillet, mutton stew, BBQ items
Desserts	Um Ali, fruit platter, gulab jamun, pastries

Kid-friendly options: Many cruises offer fries, pasta, and nuggets.

Drinks: Unlimited water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee.

Premium cruises: Some Marina cruises add grilled seafood and live BBQ stations.

Dietary needs: Tell us when booking, or inform the crew on boarding.

Alcohol: Many cruises are alcohol-free. Select premium cruises have a separate bar menu.

Why Book with Al Zarra

Help choosing between the Creek and Marina cruises

Clear pricing for upper and lower deck seating

Quick booking with fast confirmation

Support with timings, pickup details, and booking questions

Pay online or through our representative

Payment and Booking

Payment

Our representative can collect payment from your location at no extra charge.

Once your booking is confirmed, you can also pay the guide at the time of the tour.

Booking Procedure

Book online through our booking page, or contact our tour consultants by phone or WhatsApp.

Please obtain confirmation from a consultant and clear all payments in advance.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation charges may apply. Please contact our tour consultants for details.

Book Your Dhow Cruise Dinner

Reserve your seats for an evening on Dubai's waters.

Starting from AED 120*

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