Dhow Cruise New Year Party 2025-26

We are back, yet again, with a powerful New Year’s Eve Celebration! As the New Year approaches, Dubai prepares to blow your mind yet again. The city hosts numerous events on the 31st of December. It is important that you find the ideal one for you. So, Davys Tourism presents the best way to celebrate the New Year with the Dhow Cruise New Year Party. This is an amazing cruise party which will end up making your New Year Eve Dubai memorable.

New Year’s Eve Party Dhow Cruise 2025-26 Highlights

Enjoy your New Year’s night out at the Dhow cruise New Year Party!
Get a chance to indulge in a 4-hour New Year Cruise Party on the Dubai Marina.
This is the Ultimate Sightseeing experience, as you will be able to witness various landmarks, including Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm, Jumeirah Beach, Bluewaters Island, and Dubai Marina.
Taste the premium menu, which is specially designed for vegetarians and non-vegetarians.
Get access to the lower deck, where you can sit in the Air conditioner and party the night away.
Catch the stunning views of Dubai’s skyline from the Upper Deck, as it is an open deck. upper deck as well, which is open air
Relish unlimited soft drinks, water, coffee, and tea
As the midnight rings in you can celebrate by cutting a grand New Year’s Cake
Fruit champagne is served
Vibrant live entertainment that leaves you spellbound
Cool & Pleasant Weather – The perfect season to celebrate outdoors in Dubai
Festive Vibes – A lively atmosphere filled with joy, music, and celebration

What to Expect at Dhow Cruise New Year Party 2025-26?

Cruising on a premium dhow on Dubai’s waters is indeed one of the best ways to welcome the New Year. This experience will blow your mind in different ways, with food, entertainment, music, and breathtaking views. Moreover, a dhow is a traditional Arabic boat that was used for fishing in earlier times; now, it is used for cruising purposes. So, if you want to celebrate New Year’s Eve in a traditional yet modern way, then you should get in touch with Davys Tourism and book your slot now!

The inclusions of this New Year Eve dhow cruise Dubai are certainly worth mentioning. Firstly, you get 3 hours of cruising time, boarding from Dubai Marina, and then you cruise on the glimmering Dubai waters to witness fireworks at tourist attractions in Dubai like Atlantis the Palm and Burj al Arab. Secondly, the international buffet dinner is so tasty that it will be a party for your taste buds! Moreover, there are live cooking stations too.

Thirdly, you can groove to the melodies of a live DJ present on board and enjoy an open bar with a wide selection of premium drinks. Finally, take in the mesmerising views of the Marina skyline. Additionally, you can avail alcoholic packages at an extra cost, and the prices for the upper deck and lower deck of the dhow also differ. Further, with us, you can also book an ultimate New Year Yacht Party Dubai, and indulge yourself in an once in a lifetime adventure.

Pickup & Drop-off Details

Pick Up and Drop-off (If opted): You can be picked up from your hotel in Dubai.
Transfer Options- 7:00 to 8:00 PM, Pick-up from your location (timing depends on where you’re staying)
Boarding Point: Dubai Harbour
Parking Info (for personal transportation): Parking in Dubai Harbour is paid. The parking fees vary depending on duration.

Dhow Cruise New Year Party Experience

Cruise Facilities

Some of the facilities that you might find here are:

Decks: There are three areas where you can choose to sit- Main Deck, Upper Deck, and VIP Deck.
Live Entertainment Area: This is the area where you can watch the live performances that take place here.
Premium Seating Options: You can sit comfortably and enjoy the amazing ambience while admiring the stunning views of Dubai’s skyline.
Restrooms: With separate washrooms for ladies and gents, you don’t have to worry about hygiene.
WiFi: Once you embark on this amazing cruise, there are chances that you might encounter network issues. However, the Wi-Fi present there can be a lifesaver.
Life Jackets: Life jackets can act as a lifesaver, quite literally, as they are available in any situation.
Staff: The captain and staff present there would help you out with anything that you need throughout the party!

Menu Details

Soup: Get a taste of the Cream of Chicken Soup for the start
Bread: Try a wide variety of breads with the soup, like breadsticks. Bread rolls, Baguette, Arabic bread. Croissant, etc.
Main Course: The yummiest comes last, so devour all the delicious dishes like Roasted Chicken (Sweet & Sour Sauce), Stir Fried Beef in Oyster Sauce, Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce, Butter Chicken, Chicken Malai Tikka, and much more.
Desserts: Satisfy your sweet tooth with Fresh Fruit Salad, Crème Brulee, Panna Cotta, Chocolate Mini Cupcakes, etc.

Entertainment & Celebration Highlights

Live DJ & Music: Dance the night away with upbeat tunes played by the live DJ present on the cruise.
Entertainment Shows: Fun and festive performances throughout the evening.
Sightseeing: While cruising, you will be able to enjoy the views of some of the major tourist landmarks like Burj Al Arab, Atlantis the Palm, etc.

Important Information on Dhow Cruise New Year Party 2025-26

Dress Code

Dress code: Make sure that you wear clothes according to the dress code, that is, smart casual or party wear. Ensure that you wear something that is modest and comfortable. Please avoid wearing beachwear.
Footwear: Make sure that you wear flat shoes. Heels and uncomfortable footwear are a very big no-no on the Dhow cruise. Flip-flops are not allowed on the cruise.

Things to Carry

Carry your Emirates ID or passport for boarding. Without it, you won’t be allowed on the cruise.
Keep your booking confirmation handy (printed or digital)
Light Shawl as the temperatures drop during the evening.

Tour Guidelines & Tour Tips

The reporting time for Dubai New Year’s Eve Cruises is 9:15 PM
The cruise sets off at 10:30 PM and continues till 1:30 AM
The ticket price for 1-3 years is free.
Smart casual dressing is recommended
Limited seats – book early to avoid disappointment
Arrive at the boarding point 30 minutes before departure
If you are living in downtown, Business Bay, Trade Centre, then our team will coordinate with you and may ask you to walk a little, as the road gets closed by 4 PM in these areas.
Make sure that you expect traffic while travelling to the boarding location.

Things to Not Carry

Make sure that you avoid bringing expensive and flashy jewellery.
Don’t bring anything which is impractical.
Don’t bring any sharp objects or weapons along with you on board.
High heels or uncomfortable footwear might cause you discomfort during the whole party.

Pro Tips For Improving Your Experience

Choose an upper deck or front-row seating for the best fireworks view.
Bring a light jacket. Evenings can get breezy on the water.
Don’t forget your camera/phone for capturing midnight memories.
Make sure your phone is fully charged.
Plan to reach earlier than the usual reporting time.
Depart by 6 pm from your home if not using Davys Tourism assistance in transportation.
Plan your private transportation with Davys Tourism to avoid any delay or getting lost.

Suggested Itinerary of Dhow Cruise New Year Party 2025-26

7:00 to 7:30 PM: Hotel pick up (timing might vary according to the traffic and location of the pick up)
8:30 PM: Report at the dock.
9:30 PM: Boarding the Dhow Cruise and Departure
9:30 PM to Midnight: Cruising along Dubai’s waterfront: Marina skyline, JBR & Bluewaters, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis the Palm, Burj Al Arab.
During the cruise: Enjoy an International buffet dinner with live cooking stations,
During the cruise: Dance to the beats of a Live DJ.
12 AM (Midnight): Captain anchors at one location for fireworks show- countdown and celebration. Witness the beautiful fireworks and be away from the crowd. Cut the New Year cake as the clock strikes 12
12 AM to 1:30 AM: Continue cruising, enjoy post-midnight ambience, music, dessert, etc
1:30 AM: Return to the dock and disembark
2:00 to 2:30 PM: Drop off at your hotel (If opting for transfers)

Other Related Cruises/Yachts for NYE 2025

Mega Dhow Cruise Party
Mega Yacht Party- NYE 2026
New Year Party on Open Deck Boat
Dubai New Year’s eve Dinner Cruises

Why Choose Davys Tourism to Book Your NYE Dhow Cruise This 2025-2026

Trusted travel agency with 3000+ TripAdvisor reviews.
Winner of TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award 2023, 2024 & 2025.
Licensed by Dubai’s Department of Tourism.
32+ travel desks across Dubai for customer support.
In-house Transportation,
Trusted Tour Guides
Experienced history to operate NYE parties in Dubai
Own operations for NYE dinner cruise and Private yacht on NYE

How To Book And Pay

Davys Tourism is your trusted partner to experience this journey.You can easily book directly on our website or get in touch with our sales team to secure your reservation.

Contact Us

Phone: +971 58 219 2256
Email: info@davystourism.com
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