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How far a yacht gets from Dubai Marina depends on the hours you book. Here is what you pass on a 2, 3 and 4 hour charter.
Almost every private charter in Dubai starts from the Marina area, and the route is shaped by one thing: how many hours you book. Here is what to expect on the standard routes, landmark by landmark.
The 2 hour route
Two hours is the classic introduction. The yacht leaves the berth and cruises through the Marina canal between the towers, then heads out to open water.
- Dubai Marina: the skyline from the middle of the canal
- JBR: the beachfront and its row of towers
- Ain Dubai: the observation wheel on Bluewaters Island
- Atlantis The Palm: the hotel at the tip of Palm Jumeirah
The yacht turns back near Atlantis. It is a relaxed loop with plenty of time for photos.
The 3 hour route
With a third hour the captain continues along the coast to Burj Al Arab, the sail-shaped hotel that is one of the most photographed buildings in the city. You see it from the sea side, a view most visitors never get. This is the route most guests choose for a sunset cruise.
The 4 hour route
Four hours covers everything above and adds time to stop. The captain can anchor in the lagoon for a swim, weather and sea conditions permitting, or you can use the extra hour for a barbecue or dinner on board.
What changes the route
- Weather and sea conditions: the captain has the final say
- Swim stops: anchoring takes time out of the cruising
- Watersports: a jet ski or banana ride is done at a fixed spot
- Your priorities: tell the captain if one landmark matters most to you
Swimming is only possible in daylight, so if a swim stop is important, book a morning or afternoon slot.
Which route should you book?
- First visit or a short celebration: 2 hours
- Sunset with Burj Al Arab: 3 hours
- Swimming, a meal on board or a party: 4 hours
Every yacht in our fleet follows the same standard routes, so the choice of boat does not change what you see. You can compare sizes and hourly prices on the Yacht Rental Dubai page.