Discover the sea thrills of Dubai
Dubai is not all sun and sand. The desert can be fascinating to the wide-eyed traveler, but an equally captivating treasure in Dubai is its rich, brilliant blue seas. Located at the entrance to the Persian Gulf, the waters of Dubai are a true reminder of a resplendent history and culture rooted in the seas. Pearl diving, fishing, and shipping were big industries in those days. The first settlers sailed the oceans to trade their goods with neighboring countries. And while pearl diving literally took a dive in the 1940s, fishing continues to thrive to this day, both for business and pleasure.
Amidst all the tall buildings and man-made wonders, tourists can still relive the good old days of Dubai through different marine leisure activities. Exciting Dubai yacht charters, nostalgic dhow cruises, thrilling deep-sea fishing and adrenaline-pumping water sports are available on all the city’s beaches for anyone to take advantage of.
dhow cruiser
Get nostalgic aboard a traditional Arabian dhow as you cruise past stunning locations in Dubai. From this wooden sailboat, you can see the perfect fusion of the ancient and contemporary wonders of this Arabian paradise. You can take a dhow cruise along Dubai Creek, where you can see the wonders of Old Dubai, or along Dubai Marina, where towering skyscrapers and luxurious yachts line the canal. On board, you can enjoy a sumptuous buffet dinner of international, Arabic and Asian cuisine, refreshing drinks, relaxing music and extraordinary entertainment such as a magic show or a Tanoura dance.
yacht charter
For a whole new view of the city’s stunning skyline, see it from the sea by chartering a luxury yacht in Dubai. Various companies offer yacht charter services and take you on a relaxing cruise from the Dubai Marina to the Dubai Seas. You will enjoy fantastic views of the iconic Burj Al Arab and Atlantis The Palm as your yacht cruises the Palm Jumeirah. You can take a day cruise and feel the warmth of the sun and the refreshing sea breeze on your face; or you can take a sunset cruise where you can watch the golden Arabian sun slowly creep over the horizon. Night cruises are also available if you want to see the Dubai skyline light up on cool nights.
deep sea fishing
With seas teeming with marine life, tourists, residents and locals are sure to enjoy a fun Dubai fishing adventure. Yachts and fishing boats are equipped with state-of-the-art fish-finding SONAR and complimentary fishing gear, so you’re guaranteed a catch you can cook and eat on board. The captain and crew of the boat are expert fishermen and will be happy to help you and give you fishing tips and tricks. Kingfish, sailfish, hammerhead, grouper, barracuda, and horse mackerel are among the many different fish you can catch in Dubai.
Watersports
With all these crystal clear waters and clear blue skies for most of the year, water sports are also a popular pastime in Dubai. In addition to swimming and snorkeling, you can also go kayaking, windsurfing, water skiing, jet skiing, and scuba diving. The beaches and resorts that line the coast of Dubai, as well as the east coast of the United Arab Emirates, are perfect places for these exhilarating aquatic adventures.
Dhow rides to Musandam
Just a couple of hours from Dubai, an all-day cruise around Oman’s Musandam Peninsula is a must-see for tourists. You can choose a tour to Dibba or Khasab, both of which are equally picturesque and enchanting natural places. In Dibba, you can enjoy lunch on an Omani dhow, banana boat rides, hand-line fishing, swimming and diving in freshwater pools. In Khasab, you can be entertained by playful dolphins and fantastic views of the Hajar Mountains as your dhow cruises through the stunning fjords.
So if you love the seas, a taste of these marine thrills should be on your list when you vacation in Dubai.
