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“Good experience overall. The Creek cruise gives a different, more traditional view of Dubai. Food was decent and the staff friendly. Boarding area was a bit crowded but well managed.”
Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner
Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner — 2-hour sail past Deira, Al Seef & Festival City. Boarding 7:30 PM daily. AED 59/adult. WhatsApp +971 50 23 48 228.
The Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner is a 2-hour evening sail along the historic Dubai Creek aboard a traditional wooden dhow, with an international buffet dinner and Tanoura show. Boarding starts at 7:30 PM daily from the Deira creekside jetty, and the dhow sails from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Tickets are AED 59 per adult and AED 30 per child, with children under 3 sailing free.
What's Included
- 2-hour evening cruise along Dubai Creek (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
- Welcome drinks on boarding
- International buffet dinner with live BBQ station
- Live Tanoura dance show and background music
- Unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee
- Upper open-air deck and air-conditioned lower deck
Timings
| Session | Time |
|---|---|
| Boarding | 7:30 PM daily |
| Sailing | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Return to berth | 10:00 PM |
The Creek sailing starts 30 minutes earlier than the Marina sailing. Arrive 30 minutes before boarding; the Deira jetty area is easy to reach by metro and taxi.
Cruise Route
The dhow sails from the Deira creekside jetty past the old trading dhows of Baniyas Road, the heritage waterfront of Al Seef, under the creek bridges toward Dubai Festival City with its illuminated skyline, and turns near Ras Al Khor. This is old Dubai from the water — abra boats, wind-tower architecture, and the creek at night — a completely different mood from the Marina's skyscrapers.
Pricing
| Ticket | Price (AED) |
|---|---|
| Adult | AED 59 |
| Child (3-11 years) | AED 30 |
| Child under 3 | Free |
The Creek cruise is our most budget-friendly dinner sailing. For the modern skyline experience, view details → Marina Dhow Cruise Dinner (AED 79/adult).
Dining & Entertainment
Dinner is the same international buffet format as the Marina sailing — hot and cold dishes, salads, desserts, live BBQ, and vegetarian options on request. The Tanoura show performs on board, subject to UAE dry-day and Ramadan rules. The heritage creek setting makes this sailing a favorite for guests interested in Dubai's trading-port history.
Who It's For
Budget-conscious travelers, guests staying in Deira or Bur Dubai, history lovers, and anyone who has already done the Marina cruise and wants the other side of Dubai. It also works well as a relaxed family evening without the Marina crowds.
The Creek sailing is especially rewarding if you have already seen modern Dubai and want its older soul: the working dhows loading cargo at Baniyas Road have looked the same for decades, and the contrast with the Festival City skyline further along the creek tells the whole story of the city in one evening. It is also the calmest and most affordable way to try a dhow cruise for the first time. Many guests do the Creek one evening and the Marina on another night to see both faces of the city from the water.
Good to Know
- Boarding point: Deira creekside jetty — exact pin shared on WhatsApp after booking.
- Nearest metro access makes this the easiest cruise to reach from Deira/Bur Dubai.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before sailing.
- Operated by Dream Night Tours. Booking line open 24/7 on +971 50 23 48 228.
Want the canal instead? View details → Dubai Water Canal Dhow Cruise.
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- 💰 Upfront AED pricingThe price we quote on WhatsApp is the price you pay
- 🌙 Nightly departuresDinner cruise sails every evening, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- ✅ Easy cancellationFree cancellation up to 24 hours before boarding
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What Our Guests Say
★★★★☆ 4.8/5 from 320 verified guest reviews
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“Good value Creek dinner cruise. More traditional wooden dhow feel than the Marina ones. Parking near the boarding point was easy. Recommended for a relaxed evening.”
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“We chose the Creek cruise to see old Dubai and it did not disappoint - the traditional wooden dhow, the old souk lights and the skyline together were beautiful. Dinner was good and the staff were polite and helpful throughout. Very reasonable price for a full evening out with family.”
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“Took my parents — they loved the calm Creek route and the traditional feel. Staff were respectful and helped my father with seating. Thank you for a lovely evening.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Dubai Creek dhow cruise?
The Creek dinner cruise costs AED 59 per adult and AED 30 per child (3-11 years). Children under 3 sail free. It is our most budget-friendly dinner sailing and includes the 2-hour cruise, buffet dinner with live BBQ, Tanoura show, and unlimited soft drinks.
What are the Creek cruise timings?
Boarding starts at 7:30 PM daily from the Deira creekside jetty, and the dhow sails from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The Creek sailing starts 30 minutes earlier than the Marina sailing.
What is the difference between the Creek and Marina cruises?
The Creek cruise sails past old Dubai — Deira creekside, Al Seef heritage waterfront, Baniyas Road, and Festival City — while the Marina cruise sails past modern skyscrapers, JBR, and Ain Dubai. The Creek sailing is also cheaper at AED 59/adult versus AED 79/adult for the Marina.