Yacht Charters with Lunch in the UAE: the 13 Best Boats to Book

1.Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21,528 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $15Our pick

Cruise Dubai Marina to Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab aboard a shared yacht. Choose a morning breakfast trip or a longer sunset sailing with BBQ, soft drinks, air-conditioning, WiFi, and space on deck for photos.

“Excellent boat trip and very helpful hosts Would definitely recommend as a fantastic way to see Dubai from the sea Stunning coastline and famous sights”

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2.Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,665 reviews · from $19

Join Sky Walker Yachts from Dubai Harbour for a one, two, or three-hour shared cruise past Marina, JBR, Bluewaters Island, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab. Choose a BBQ sailing, enjoy unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, and hear GPS-triggered commentary through the yacht speakers.

“Mubarak and the captain looked after us really well! Kept us entertained, food and view were great!”

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3.Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,126 reviews · from $25Top rated

Join a professional skipper and crew for a 1 to 3 hour shared yacht cruise from Dubai Marina. Choose a short Marina route or a longer sailing with breakfast or BBQ, passing Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab with onboard commentary.

“I had a terrible experience trying to reach the yacht. I clicked the link provided in the directions, only to find that the location specified was incorrect. After showing my tickets, I was directed to another spot by security, but that was also the wrong place. I finally located the Read more”

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4.Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,723 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $21

Sail from Dubai Harbour past Marina, JBR, Bluewaters, Ain Dubai, and Atlantis or Burj Al Arab. You get soft drinks, water, a light meal or BBQ depending on departure, music, and help with photos from hosts such as Chill and Brian. Alcohol is available to buy onboard.

“chill was very kind and made the trip unforgettable. thank you very much miss Chill, see you next time”

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5.Dubai: Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,613 reviews · 1 day · from $82

Sail from Dubai Marina past Ain Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Palm Jumeirah, and Atlantis Hotel. You’ll eat from an international buffet, watch tanoura and aerial performances, and enjoy DJ music aboard the Lotus Royale. VIP adds a reserved top-deck table, priority check-in, and table service.

“Absolutely fantastic evening with the best hosts well worth the money, we went V.I.P and had a fantastic time and were looked after V.I.P style. Well done everyone from receiving our boarding passes in the cafe with refreshments prior to going on board to the end .”

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6.Dubai Harbour Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,097 reviews · from $57

Spend about two hours aboard an Xclusive Yachts vessel from Dubai Harbour. You will cruise past Dubai Marina, Bluewaters Island, Skydive Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab, with a light breakfast or BBQ meal, drinks, onboard Wi-Fi, and voice-over guidance.

“The people working on board the yacht were very helpful and we had a very nice time. The food was good and i want to thank all the crew for their exceptional service”

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7.Dubai: Marina Yacht Party with BBQ, Unlimited Drinks and DJ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 907 reviews · from $89

Spend four hours aboard an Xclusive Yachts party boat in Dubai Marina, with BBQ sliders, skewers, unlimited drinks, and a live DJ. You will see Jumeirah Beach Residence and Ain Dubai lit up at night. The yacht may change with weather or capacity, and the event is for ages 21 and above.

“We loved the Exclusive yacht experience from start to finish Staff are wonderful Capital is very knowledgeable 10 out of 10 for this excursion Well worth the money DJ all drinks and barbecue Thanks for lovely memories 🩷”

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8.Private Dubai 2 Hours Luxury Yacht Charter with BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews

You’ll cruise Dubai Marina on a private yacht with a captain and two crew members, passing Bluewaters Island, Caesars Palace, Ain Dubai, JBR and Burj Al Arab. The two-hour charter includes non-alcoholic drinks, with an optional barbecue cooked aboard. It suits groups of up to 15.

“Fabulous early evening, cruise around the Palm Jumarria ! The staff and the captain were very hospitable, and the two hour cruise was breathtaking”

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9.Dubai: Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 438 reviews · from $87

Cruise from Dubai Harbour through Dubai Marina, then stop near JBR Beach for swimming, snorkeling, a BBQ lunch, and inflatable fun. You get unlimited listed beverages, music, a pool, and a slide if selected. Ian, Mohammed, and the crew are praised for friendly service, while jet skis cost extra.

“Staff were amazing, very helpful and friendly. Transportation was organised very well and hospitality on board was excellent. Would happily go again”

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10.Ultimate Dubai Marina Yacht Party with BBQ, Drinks & DJ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · from $98

Spend four hours on a Dubai Marina yacht with a live DJ, open-deck dancing, unlimited drinks, snacks, and views of Ain Dubai at night. The crew helps with photos and keeps the mood moving. Expect a social party rather than a quiet sightseeing cruise, with food closer to canapés than a full BBQ meal.

“We arrive to the marina 15 minutes before departure and we called the front desk and was told to make a left once we arrive at boardwalk and when we did, however, it took us to the opposite direction. When we called back, we were told we had missed our boat. They offered no refund and told us it was too late to board the boat.”

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11.Dubai Harbor: Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 97 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $16

Set out from Dubai Harbour on a shared yacht with English commentary, open-deck views, and an air-conditioned lounge. Choose a one-hour sightseeing cruise or a two-hour trip with a live BBQ and soft drinks, passing Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab.

“Très satisfait. Le service top . Aristo a été parfait. Il a pris soin de tous les passages à bord . Juste parfait !”

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12.Dubai Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · from $34

Set out from Dubai Harbour on a shared yacht for 1 to 3 hours. Choose a Marina, Burj coastline, or extended Palm and Atlantis route, with juices and water, music, WiFi, and BBQ on the longer trips. Crew members may include Captain Saru, Jev, Justin, Mars, Fabi, or Ian.

“Avoid - WORST FOOD I EVER HAD. If you book dont eat the food it will ruin your experience. Boat was small and felt dirty.”

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13.Burj Al Arab: 2-Hour Yacht Tour with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 44 reviews · from $45

Spend two hours aboard a yacht from Dubai Harbour, passing views of Burj Al Arab, Ain Dubai, and the glittering skyline. Enjoy live music, unlimited water, soft drinks, and a buffet with freshly grilled tikka, kebabs, paneer, vegetables, and noodles. Managers including Sadique and Arnab help keep the evening running smoothly.

“I had a wonderful 2-Hour Yacht Tour with BBQ Dinner at Dubai. The first hour was especially beautiful, with stunning views of the city lights at night. The sail was very enjoyable, and we had a great view of Dubai at night. Dinner was okay, but the highlight was the nice service. The staff were very polite, attentive, and always made sure we had everything we needed, including the yacht manager, Sadique.”

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