Ocean Queen Dubai Water Canal Cruise - 2 Hour Sunset & Dinner Cruise with Buffet, Tanoura & Burj Khalifa Views
Overview
Discover the Dubai Water Canal in style aboard the Ocean Queen, a beautiful cruise offering both sunset and dinner sailings along one of the city’s most scenic waterways. This relaxed 2-hour cruise combines a delicious international buffet, traditional live entertainment and front-row views of the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai, making it one of the best-value canal cruises in the city.
Boarding from the Al Jaddaf Waterfront, the Ocean Queen sails gently along the Dubai Water Canal, treating you to a sweeping tour of Dubai’s skyline. From the open-air upper deck, you take in the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Design District, the Creek Harbour and its new tallest tower, the Ras Al Khor Bird Sanctuary and the glittering Business Bay towers, including the D1 Tower.
On board, a generous international buffet is served with a rich spread of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, along with welcome drinks, water and juice. The celebration comes alive with a mesmerising Tanoura dance and a fun horse dancing show, while the fully air-conditioned lower deck keeps you comfortable and the open upper deck gives you the best views and photos.
Whether you choose the golden-hour sunset sailing or the lively dinner cruise, the Ocean Queen offers a memorable evening on the Dubai Water Canal at an unbeatable price. Perfect for families, couples and groups, it is an easy, scenic and affordable way to experience Dubai from the water. Book early with Mr Dhow Cruise to secure your preferred sailing.
Highlights
2-hour dinner cruise on the Dubai Water Canal
AC lower deck (AED 89) and open upper deck (AED 99)
Boards from the scenic Al Jaddaf Waterfront
International buffet with veg & non-veg dishes
Live Tanoura dance and fun horse dancing show
Front-row Burj Khalifa & Downtown Dubai views
Open-air upper deck & fully air-conditioned lower deck
Views of Creek Harbour, Design District and Ras Al Khor
Welcome drinks, water & juice included
What's Included
Included
- ✓ 2-hour Dubai Water Canal cruise on the Ocean Queen
- ✓ International buffet dinner (veg & non-veg)
- ✓ Live Tanoura dance & horse dancing show
- ✓ Welcome drinks, water & juice
- ✓ Open-air upper deck access
- ✓ Fully air-conditioned lower deck
- ✓ Burj Khalifa, Creek Harbour & Business Bay views
- ✓ Onboard crew & seating arrangement
Not Included
- ✗ Hotel pick-up & drop-off (available on request)
- ✗ Alcoholic beverages
- ✗ Personal expenses & gratuities
- ✗ Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Timings & Schedule
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Ocean Queen cruise costs AED 89 per person for the air-conditioned lower deck and AED 99 for the open upper deck. Both include a 2-hour Dubai Water Canal sailing, an international buffet dinner, welcome drinks, and a live Tanoura dance and horse dancing show.
From the Ocean Queen you will see the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Design District, Creek Harbour and its new tallest tower, the Ras Al Khor Bird Sanctuary, Business Bay, the D1 Tower and the Dubai skyline along Sheikh Zayed Road.
On weekdays (Monday to Thursday) boarding is at 8:00 PM with the cruise from 8:30 to 10:30 PM. On weekends (Friday to Sunday) there are three slots: boarding 4:30 PM (cruise 5:00-7:00 PM), boarding 6:30 PM (cruise 7:00-9:00 PM), and boarding 8:30 PM (cruise 9:00-11:00 PM).
The cruise boards from the Al Jaddaf Waterfront, behind the D1 Tower, on the Dubai Water Canal. Free parking is available at the Jameel Arts Centre, and the nearest metro station is Al Jaddaf.
Yes, the Ocean Queen offers both a golden-hour sunset sailing and a dinner cruise. Both options include the international buffet, live shows and the same scenic canal route with Burj Khalifa views.
Yes, it is perfect for families. Infants under 3 cruise free, and children aged 3 and above require a ticket. The live Tanoura and horse dancing shows are enjoyed by all ages.
Book online or message us on WhatsApp at +971 55 355 7286 for instant confirmation. Prior booking is required and sailings are subject to availability, so early booking is recommended.
Why Choose the Ocean Queen Dubai Water Canal Cruise?
The Ocean Queen offers one of the best-value ways to experience the Dubai Water Canal, combining a scenic 2-hour sailing with a full international buffet, live entertainment and front-row Burj Khalifa views. Unlike the Marina or Creek, the canal route takes you right through the heart of Downtown Dubai, past landmarks you simply cannot see on other cruises, such as the Dubai Design District, Creek Harbour and the Ras Al Khor Bird Sanctuary.
Boarding from the Al Jaddaf Waterfront, the cruise is easy to reach by taxi, car or metro, with free parking at the Jameel Arts Centre. The flexible sunset and dinner timings mean you can choose the perfect sailing for golden-hour photos or a lively evening dinner.
A Scenic Canal Cruise for Every Guest
Whether you are visiting Dubai for the first time, planning a family outing or enjoying a relaxed evening with friends, the Ocean Queen delivers great food, live Tanoura and horse dancing shows, and unbeatable canal views at an affordable price. The open upper deck is perfect for photos, while the air-conditioned lower deck keeps everyone comfortable.
Book Your Ocean Queen Canal Cruise Today
Mr Dhow Cruise offers the best price on the Ocean Queen Dubai Water Canal cruise with instant confirmation and friendly local support. Choose your sunset or dinner sailing and book early, as this popular canal cruise fills up quickly, especially on weekends. For more canal options, explore our full range of Dubai Water Canal cruises from Al Jaddaf.
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