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Dubai Dhow Cruise Photo & Video Guide

Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise & Dinner is one of the best ways to discover the night city. You will make a journey on the traditional wooden boat, try a delicious international buffet dinner and enjoy the excellent entertainment program. I also experienced this adventure myself to share with you real photos and video of the Dubai Dhow Cruise.

There are 2 types of Dhow Boat cruises in Dubai. One of them starts in Dubai Marina and rides along the Marina coast. The other one is going from the famous port area of Dubai called Deira and the boat is going along the Dubai Creek. I chose a tour that starts from the Dubai Creek.

dubai dhow cruise ship
Dhow Cruise wooden ship in Dubai

On the ship there are two decks - the lower deck and the upper one. The top deck is perfect for a cruise in the winter when it is not too hot in Dubai. The lower deck is air conditioned what is great for summer tours.

dubai dhow cruise ship down deck
Down deck of the ship

So, the tour begins and you get on board a traditional wooden ship. Here you will be greeted with a welcome drink - traditional Arabic coffee.

welcome drink on board the dhow cruise ship
Welcome drink on board the cruise ship
welcome drink on board the dhow cruise ship
Welcome drink on board the cruise ship

After that, the waiters will start serving drinks. These are mainly juices and water, but you can also order alcoholic beverages for a fee. You can also start to try cold dishes, snacks and salads. Dinner is held in the form of self-service, so everyone puts in his plate the food that he wants.

International buffet dinner is ready to taste
Food is ready to taste
International buffet dinner is ready
International buffet dinner is ready

The tables are served in such a way that you feel yourself travelling on a real floating restaurant.

Served table on board of the Dhow Cruise
Tables are served

As you can see, the menu is quite diverse. There are traditional Arabic dishes, as well as European ones and also some food that is suitable for children.

International dinner dishes
International buffet dinner on board
International buffet dishes
International buffet dinner on board
International dinner dishes
International buffet dinner on board
Fried fish with lemon
Fried fish with lemon

Since I am a vegetarian, it was a pleasure to find a variety of vegetables and other plant-based meals.

dhow cruise dinner vegetables
International dinner dishes
International dinner dishes
International dinner dishes

By the way, the waiters were always nearby bringing new dishes, so the plates were full all the time.

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International dinner
butter chiken
Butter chiken

Dinner is going on in a friendly and festive atmosphere. There is a good music playing and you can enjoy the beautiful views of night Dubai Creek just from your table.

guests eating during the Dhow Cruise
Guests eating during the cruise
evening view from the ship
Evening view from the ship

An international dinner involves a wide variety of meals. After eating you can taste fruits, desserts and order a cup of coffee.

food on board the dhow cruise
Dinner on board

All food is prepared according to the highest international quality standards by Carlton Palace Hotel.

desserts
Desserts

Learn more about the cruise and how dinner is going on from this video I made during my trip:)

Dhow Cruise in Dubai Creek

The dinner ends with an interesting entertainment program. During the Dhow Cruise you can see one of the best Tanoura dance shows in Dubai. Beautiful costumes and charismatic artists will surely make your evening.

Tanoura dance during the dhow cruise
Tanoura dance

All the guests of the ship were very glad and had a great time on board. I also had a lot of fun and I recommend you not to miss the opportunity to travel on this traditional wooden ship, once you are in Dubai.

Guests on board the dhow cruise ship
Guests on board the Dhow Cruise ship

Indeed, such a sea tour is one of the best ways to spend the evening in Dubai, discover the city from a new side and enjoy a delicious dinner together with an entertainment program. To make your experience even better, get a package deal, such as Dubai City Tour + Dhow Dinner Cruise in Creek Combo or Desert Safari + Dubai City Tour + Dhow Dinner Cruise.

dubai dhow cruise boat
Dubai Dhow Cruise boat
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