Find Trusted Yacht Rentals in Dubai: 24 Verified Options (2026)

Charters leave from several marinas, so confirm the exact boarding point and gate early.

• Is the operator authorised by the Dubai Maritime Authority?
• What's the yacht's licensed guest capacity?
• Does the charter time include boarding, which usually starts 30 minutes before?
• Can we bring our own food and drinks, and is there a corkage fee?
• What's included: crew, water, soft drinks, ice?
• If the weather cancels the trip, do we get a refund or a new date?

Never go over the stated capacity, and check there are life jackets for everyone on board.

Yacht charters can start from AED 500 per hour, depending on specific requirements and type of occasion, typically less in low season.

• Yachts are priced per hour, and size matters most: a boat for 10 guests and a yacht for 80 sit in very different price brackets.
• Longer charters cost more, and most parties run 2 to 4 hours.
• Catering, decor, a DJ, a bartender and water sports are usually extras.
• Check for corkage, permits for special routes and 5% VAT.

Typical booking times in Dubai:

• Birthdays and other social events: 2 to 6 weeks ahead, at the longer end for weekends
• Weddings: 2 to 3 months ahead in peak season
• Corporate events: 2 to 3 months ahead in peak season

Send the date, preferred time slot, guest count and any catering or decor you want, and ask the operator to confirm the boarding marina in writing. Book New Year's Eve charters months ahead.

Browse the vendors above or ask our concierge. Share your date, guest numbers and budget once, and vendors reply within 24 hours.

More hosts now book the boat, food and music as one package.

• Sunset cruises, the most requested slot for photos
• Packages with a DJ, catering and a bartender from one operator
• Evening charters that run from sunset into the night
• New Year's Eve fireworks charters, which fill weeks or months ahead

Tip: Two hours goes quickly once you count boarding and photos. Book three or four if you want food and a proper party.

Updated October 2026