Cruise Overview
The Family Boat Tour with Live Shows is Dubai's most family-friendly evening cruise — a 2-hour experience designed specifically for kids and their parents. While other cruises focus on fine dining and romance, this one focuses on fun, magic, and laughter.
The cruise features a live magic show, kids' entertainment, face painting, balloon art, and a family-friendly dance performance. The buffet is specifically designed for families — chicken nuggets, mini pizzas, pasta, biryani, and a full dessert bar with ice cream. Adults also get a proper Arabic & international buffet with grilled meats and curries.
The route covers the iconic Dubai Marina & Ain Dubai views, timed for sunset so kids get both daylight and nighttime experiences in one trip. Boarding at 5:00 PM, docking at 7:00 PM — perfect bedtime-friendly timing.
Ideal for families with children aged 3-12, birthday celebrations, and multi-generation groups.
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- 2-hour family cruise (Marina & Ain Dubai route)
- Live magic show (30 min)
- Kids' entertainment & games
- Face painting & balloon art
- Family-friendly buffet (kids menu + adult buffet)
- Full dessert bar with ice cream
- Unlimited soft drinks & juice
- Air-conditioned lower deck
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (Dubai city)
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages (available on board)
- Hotel transfer (available as add-on)
- Professional photography
- Shisha (available for purchase where permitted)
- Tips & gratuities
Cruise Itinerary
Hotel Pickup
Afternoon pickup from your Dubai hotel.
Boarding at Marina
Welcome juice for kids, coffee for adults. Face painting station opens.
Set Sail
Cruise past Dubai Marina skyscrapers & Ain Dubai.
Kids Buffet Opens
Kids' food station & adult buffet available.
Live Magic Show
30-minute magic show with audience participation.
Games & Balloon Art
Kids' games, balloon animals, prizes.
Sunset Photo Stop
Family photos at golden hour — Ain Dubai in background.
Dessert & Return
Ice cream bar opens. Docking at Marina.
Hotel Drop-off
Return to your hotel — kids asleep in the car.
What to Wear & Bring
Smart Casual
Evening cruise — dress up a little.
Comfortable Shoes
Boat deck can be slippery.
Camera
Skyline photos from the water are spectacular.
Light Layer (Winter)
Sea breeze can be cool on the deck.
Sunglasses
Sunset glare on the water is strong.
Cash / Card
For drinks & extras on board.
Choose Your Package
Family of 4
- 2-hour family cruise
- Magic show & kids' games
- Full buffet (kids + adult)
- Face painting & balloons
- Hotel pickup & drop
Per Person
- 2-hour family cruise
- Full buffet access
- Magic show & games
- Kids under 3 free
- Hotel pickup & drop
Birthday Package
- Everything in Family of 4
- Birthday cake & candles
- Decorated reserved table
- Magician sings Happy Birthday
- Group photo with magician
Cancellation Policy
Flexible & Fair
- More than 24 hours before100% Free Cancellation
- 12 – 24 hours before50% Refund
- Under 12 hours or no-showNo Refund
- Weather/sea cancellation by operator100% Refund or Reschedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Ideal for kids aged 3-12. Kids under 3 travel free (on parent's lap). Teens also enjoy it — the magic show and games are entertaining for all ages. Adults love the food & views.
Yes — departure at 5:00 PM, docking at 7:00 PM. Kids are back at the hotel by 7:30 PM — perfect for bedtime. Unlike evening cruises that end at 10 PM.
Absolutely — kids' buffet includes chicken nuggets, mini pizzas, pasta, fries, mini burgers, and fresh fruit. Adults get a separate buffet with grilled meats, biryani, curries & salads.
Yes — lower deck is stroller-friendly. Boats have ramps for boarding. Let us know at booking so we can assist.
Limited beer & wine for adults. Soft drinks & juices are unlimited and free for all. Atmosphere is family-focused, not party-oriented.
What Our Guests Say
"Best family evening of our Dubai trip. Our 6-year-old was mesmerized by the magic show. Food was great for both kids and adults. Timing was perfect — home by 7:30."
"Booked the birthday package for our daughter's 8th birthday. She got a cake, sang with the magician, and got a photo with him. Genuinely magical for her."
