The interiors of the dhow are plush and they provide the perfect setting to take in the vibes of Dubai’s bustling localities, Deira and Bur Dubai. The one-and-a-half-hour cruise sets off after sundown and the dhow traverses almost all of the Dubai Creek. The banks of the Dubai Creek are dotted with some of the city’s primary attractions and watching them from the dhow is indeed a treat for the eyes.
The cruise gives you a peek into how Western modernism blends with a traditional Arabian way of life creating a one-of-a-kind cultural potpourri. The dhow cruise lets you feel the buzz and vibrancy Dubai is so loved while you stay away from the crowd and traffic. What’s more, with live entertainment on board including a Tanoura show, there’s never a dull moment in the show. Call us now for an experience of a lifetime.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 11–80)
$17
Child (ages 3–10)
$17
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Dhow Cruise Creek - WT
With Sharing Transfers
Pickup included
Dhow Cruise Creek - WOT
Without Transfers: Address- in Marsa Al Seef st Opposite British Consulate.British Embassy.
https://goo.gl/maps/gybsrkJt5jP2
Pickup included
Itinerary
Deira
90 min
Vibes of Dubai’s bustling localities, Deira and Bur Dubai The one-and-a-half-hour cruise sets off after sundown, and the dhow traverses almost all of the Dubai Creek.
The banks of the Dubai Creek are dotted with some of the city’s primary attractions, and watching them from the dhow is indeed a treat for the eyes. The cruise gives you a peek into how Western modernism blends with a traditional Arabian way of life, creating a one-of-a-kind cultural potpourri. The dhow cruise lets you feel the buzz and vibrancy of Dubai while staying away from the crowds and traffic. What’s more, with live entertainment on board, including a Tanoura show, there’s never a dull moment in the show.
Bur Dubai
90 min
We will do a sightseeing tour of several popular places for tourists, including renovated historic buildings and museums. The district has many shopping streets and souqs, including the Textile Souq near the Abra Boat Station, though most of the well-known souqs are located in Deira.
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Live entertainment with Soft background music
Welcome drinks, Water, Tea & Coffee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Buffet Dinner (Veg and Nonveg options are available)
90 minutes of cruising
Not included
Alcohol Available for purchase at an additional cost.
Pickup Locations & Times
Guests will mention their hotel location while booking and then our driver will pick up.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.2
18 reviews
5
12
4
3
3
0
2
0
1
3
How it compares in Dubai
Starting price $17 is 78% below the typical $76 for tours of similar length in Dubai
Excurgo comparison of 7,847 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dhow Cruise Creek take?
Dhow Cruise Creek lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Dhow Cruise Creek cost?
Prices start at $17 per person for this Dubai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Dhow Cruise Creek run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 PM.
How much does Dhow Cruise Creek cost for children?
Children aged 3–10 pay from $17, adults from $17. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Dhow Cruise Creek for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Guests will mention their hotel location while booking and then our driver will pick up.
Pickup points include Le Wana Hotel, Sapphire Hotel Apartments.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Dhow Cruise Creek worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mayra Tours LLC.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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tangellam2026
February 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Booked dhow cruise with Ayub Shaikh
Best experience at tour Dubai cruise , booked with ayub shaikh it was nice expirence with indian menu.
Operator response
Dear Guest ,
Greetings From Mayra Tours !!
Thank you for sharing your most encouraging feedback with the TripAdvisor Community.
I am delighted that we made your experience memorable enough to deserve the ratings which
you shared with us and we are happy to read that our team member AYUB SHAIKH contributed positively to your memorable Dubai tour experience.
Once again Thank you for your valuable Feedback!
Extremely Poor Experience – Misleading & Unprofessional
One of the worst New Year experiences ever. We booked an NYE Elite Creek Yacht (Upper Deck) through the hotel travel desk with promises of DJ, good food, Tanoura show, and boarding at 9 PM. None of this was delivered.
The driver and manager didn’t even know where the yacht was. After nearly 1 hour of confusion, we finally found it around 10 PM. We were initially denied boarding, had no reserved table, and were asked to share seating despite paying a premium. The cruise started at 11 PM, completely ruining New Year’s Eve.
Food was inedible, there was no DJ, no show, and poor sound with one speaker playing YouTube music. The boat was unhygienic and badly managed.
The Miracle Garden & Global Village tour was also mismanaged with late pickups and long waiting time for return.
The manager promised a 30–40% refund but later denied it. Totally misleading. Not recommended at all. Avoid this company.
Operator response
Dear Guest,
We truly regret the inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding. Your feedback is important to us, and we will continue working to improve communication and booking processes to avoid such situations in the future.
We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better on your next visit.
Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration you experienced.
Warm Regards,
Feedback Team,
Mayra Tours LLC
4
413preetpals
November 22, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Super experience!
Very well arranged. We did all our excursions through Yash. He has advised us well and arranged everything very well. Super satisfied
!
Operator response
Dear Guest ,
Greetings From Mayra Tours !!
Thank you for sharing your most encouraging feedback with the TripAdvisor Community.
I am delighted that we made your experience memorable enough to deserve the ratings which
you shared with us and we are happy to read that our team member contributed positively to your memorable Dubai tour experience.
Once again Thank you for your valuable Feedback!
E
Explore19421508211
November 19, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
I would recommend this tour company for guided tours in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
It was a great experience with Mayra guided tours.Saloni,our travel consultant was very helpful. The dhow cruise in Dubai as well as the day trip to Abu Dhabi was very well organized. I would recommend this tour company .
Operator response
Dear Guest ,
Greetings From Mayra Tours !!
Thank you for sharing your most encouraging feedback with the TripAdvisor Community.
I am delighted that we made your experience memorable enough to deserve the ratings which
you shared with us and we are happy to read that our team member SALONI contributed positively to your memorable Dubai tour experience.
Once again Thank you for your valuable Feedback!
K
kishoreb836
October 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Totally TOP
Very good quality and reliable, good explanation from the employee. We were well received on the boat with snacks and drinks
Operator response
Dear Guest ,
Greetings From Mayra Tours !!
Thank you for sharing your most encouraging feedback with the TripAdvisor Community.
I am delighted that we made your experience memorable enough to deserve the ratings which
you shared with us and we are happy to read that our team member contributed positively to your memorable Dubai tour experience.
Once again Thank you for your valuable Feedback!
2
21jeevanb
October 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Our experience at dhow cruise
It was a very good experience, good service, good food, and good music.
It only would be a little bit better with more North Indian music.
Overall good!
Our travel consultant: Anjum Alamgir
Operator response
Dear Guest ,
Greetings From Mayra Tours !!
Thank you for sharing your most encouraging feedback with the TripAdvisor Community.
I am delighted that we made your experience memorable enough to deserve the ratings which
you shared with us and we are happy to read that our team member ANJUM contributed positively to your memorable Dubai tour experience.
Once again Thank you for your valuable Feedback!
8
849maldivesb
July 21, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Best trip to dhow cruise amd other attractions
Best trip ever organised by Ayub Shaikh, thank you so much to organize this trip and make it memorable for us and family.... Car was well mantained, cruise was clean we will surely recommend to our family.
Operator response
Dear Guest ,
Greetings From Mayra Tours !!
Thank you for sharing your most encouraging feedback with the TripAdvisor Community.
I am delighted that we made your experience memorable enough to deserve the ratings which
you shared with us and we are happy to read that our team member AYUB SHAIKH contributed positively to your memorable Dubai tour experience.
Once again Thank you for your valuable Feedback!
T
tanishab675
April 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Remarkable Service n Staff
Apt nd too the point service provided by Myra Tours.Mr Sagar was very cooperative. Thank you for all the time n service..
Operator response
Dear Guest ,
Greetings From Mayra Tours !!
Thank you for sharing your most encouraging feedback with the TripAdvisor Community.
I am delighted that we made your experience memorable enough to deserve the ratings which
you shared with us and we are happy to read that our team member SAGAR contributed positively to your memorable Dubai tour experience.
Once again Thank you for your valuable Feedback!
J
John_K
September 13, 2024 · via Viator
Terrible
The food was less than average, the views were inconsequential. All in all it was a time wasting experience
Operator response
Dear Guest,
Greetings from Mayra Tours!
In regards to your above feedback for Dinner Cruise Creek experience, upon investigation cruise had only 50 % percent occupancy on that day and there was not other such complaints from the guest who were there in the cruise we received all positive reviews, however if you didn't liked the food we are really sorry about it. Kindly accept our sincere apologies, near future do let us know for any bookings kindly email us on info@mayratours.com
8
832nafeesa
August 3, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great
very helpful and wonderful customer service, replying promptly and coming up with a solution quickly. And I also Thank Adil Khan from travel desk who helped me for tour.
Operator response
Dear Guest ,
Greetings From Mayra Tours !!
Thank you for sharing your most encouraging feedback with the TripAdvisor Community.
I am delighted that we made your experience memorable enough to deserve the ratings which
you shared with us and we are happy to read that our team member ADILK contributed positively to your memorable Dubai tour experience.
Once again Thank you for your valuable
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