AED 1 350/h
62 ft
How it works · Dubai
2 Hour Private Yacht Rental in Dubai
Private 2-hour yacht rental in Dubai with Shp Yachts starts from AED 680 per hour, departing directly from Dubai Harbour or Dubai Marina. You charter an entire motor yacht or power catamaran across our fleet of 77 yachts, with room for up to 75 guests on coastal routes along the skyline.

- 77crewed yachts
- 40–164 ftlength range
- 0licence needed
How your charter runs
- 1Captain included
A licensed captain is included in the rate on all 77 crewed yachts; guests never need a licence of their own.
- 2Crew sized to the yacht
Crew size depends on the yacht: a captain alone on small boats, up to four crew on 100 ft+ yachts, serving and keeping watch.
- 3Route on request
You decide the stops; the captain decides the order and the speed based on wind and swell that day.
- 4Safety first
The route and the stop for swimming are set with the captain at the berth, then the lines are cast off.
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Hourly Rates and Charter Prices in Dubai
Private cruising rates depend primarily on the dimensions of the vessel you select for your coastal voyage. Across our entire fleet in Dubai, our yacht hourly rate ranges from AED 680 to AED 18,900. When calculating your total Dubai yacht rental price, our team outlines every baseline expense directly in your message thread. Unlike ticketed arrangements that bill per person, every booking secures the whole private yacht for your personal group without mixing outside parties.
Selecting a smaller motor vessel keeps pricing accessible for casual outings, while choosing a larger luxury platform naturally reflects higher running costs. If you want to know the 55ft yacht rental price per hour or assess an hourly yacht charter for an Emirates coastal tour, our staff supplies exact numbers immediately. An hourly yacht rental gives you full flexibility over your cruise schedule without hidden fees added at departure.
Food and drink policies remain entirely flexible on all of our private charters. Guests are welcome to bring their own drinks, including alcohol, as well as snacks, party platters, or a salad without paying corkage fees. We also arrange tailored catering, cake delivery, and bar service on request so your gathering has refreshments ready on ice. Sunset slots between 17:00 and 19:00 stand as the best sailing times for seeing the coastal skyline transition from day to evening light across the Arabian Gulf.
Which route does the two-hour cruise follow?
Cruising paths for a two-hour private yacht rental in Dubai can be tailored around your sightseeing preferences before the vessel departs the dock. Standard itineraries leave directly from Dubai Marina or Dubai Harbour, guiding guests smoothly along the main canal into open water. From there, your captain navigates toward landmark highlights including the towering Ain Dubai observation wheel on Bluewaters and the beachfront towers along JBR.
Continuing outward into the gulf, your motor yacht glides past the outer crescent of Palm Jumeirah toward the distinctive arches of Atlantis The Palm. A standard two-hour voyage offers plenty of time for photos against these architectural structures from comfortable angles on the water. If you want to approach Burj Al Arab, our team generally advises extending your private booking to three or more hours, though distant skyline views are clearly visible on clear days.
Route adjustments can be requested directly with your captain as long as local sea conditions permit safe handling. If sudden swells arise, the crew will suggest sheltered coastal waters to maintain smooth cruising for everyone on board. For travellers wanting a tailored itinerary, securing the best yacht charter in Dubai ensures your captain adjusts the speed and heading to prioritize steady sightseeing, calm waters, and memorable waterfront backdrops throughout your private outing.
How do you book a yacht and pay deposit?
Securing your private yacht charter in Dubai is handled directly and conveniently through a quick exchange on our WhatsApp chat channel. Once you share your desired date, duration, and guest count, our manager confirms availability, agrees on the route, and issues a secure online payment link. Guests pay an initial card deposit to secure their chosen motor yacht and time slot on the schedule, with the remaining balance settled before boarding.
Weather conditions occasionally impact coastal maritime operations, requiring sensible contingency plans for guest safety. If the weather does not allow sailing, we move the charter to another date or refund the payment, leaving the decision entirely to the guest. This transparent policy guarantees that adverse sea conditions or sudden maritime restrictions never result in lost funds for your private event.
Our direct chat service eliminates third-party platform markups and automated booking confusion by connecting you with a real charter manager directly. Whether you need to adjust timing, add special catering, or switch routes, the WhatsApp channel handles all changes without delays. Reserving your private yacht with clear payment terms ensures complete peace of mind from initial inquiry to final marina departure.
Catering Services and Custom BBQ Options
Freshly prepared dining options can be arranged for any private yacht outing departing from our Dubai docks. Our team coordinates live BBQ menus where crew members grill gourmet meats, skewers, and burgers right on the open deck grill while you cruise. In addition to freshly grilled items, we organize cold sharing platters, assorted Arabic mezze, fresh salads, vegetarian dishes, and seafood selections tailored to your taste.
Guests who prefer to bring their own provisions are welcome to carry their favorite party foods, snacks, and homemade dishes aboard without restrictions. You can also supply your own drinks, including soft sodas, spirits, and wine, which our crew will gladly chill in the galley ice boxes. For birthdays or milestone celebrations, we arrange custom celebration cakes delivered directly to your yacht before departure, ensuring everything is set before guests arrive.
Live BBQ cooking on board generally pairs best with voyages that allow sufficient time for food preparation and dining while cruising. While a light grill can be coordinated during a brisk two-hour trip, reserving slightly longer allows everyone to savor a relaxed multi-course meal against the city skyline. Whatever dining style you select, our crew handles food presentation and cleanup so your group enjoys effortless dining on the water.
Celebrating Special Occasions and Private Group Events
Private motor yacht rentals provide an outstanding setting for milestone gatherings, intimate romantic moments, and corporate social outings in Dubai. Shp Yachts coordinates specialized decor setups, including balloon arrangements, decorative floral arches, and personalized table styling tailored to your event theme. Whether you are staging a surprise marriage proposal at dusk or holding an energetic birthday party, our team helps prepare the yacht before you arrive.
Sound and entertainment packages can also be arranged upon request to elevate the party mood on the open flybridge decks. We can organize professional live DJs, onboard sound system upgrades, or portable projectors and presentation screens for corporate team discussions. Photographers and drone filming specialists can also join your cruise to record high-resolution aerial footage and candid pictures against the coastal skyline.
Our versatile fleet accommodates events of every scale, from intimate family gatherings to grand sunset celebrations carrying dozens of close friends. Cruising past illuminated architectural landmarks like Ain Dubai creates a striking background that transforms casual get-togethers into excellent private memories. With dedicated crew support and private yacht amenities, hosting your next celebration on the open waters ensures an enjoyable experience for all your invited guests.
Boarding Rules for Guests
Preparing to step aboard your private motor yacht in Dubai is simple and free of bureaucratic complications for you and your party. Guests need no passport or ID to board our private charters, allowing you and your companions to arrive without gathering identification cards or physical documents beforehand. You simply arrive at the designated berth, meet your captain, and board your vessel without delays or paperwork checks.
We advise groups to arrive at the marina roughly fifteen minutes before their scheduled departure time to ensure a smooth, unhurried departure. Once on the pontoon, our crew welcomes you aboard your private yacht for rent in Dubai Marina or Dubai Harbour and directs everyone to safe seating. Guests are generally asked to remove outdoor footwear before walking on delicate exterior teak decking, maintaining pristine comfort across all outdoor spaces.
Safety remains a central focus for our crew, with certified life jackets accessible on board for all adults, children, and infants. Parents traveling with young children can relax knowing that our crew provides attentive care and assists with boarding and deck mobility. By keeping boarding procedures straightforward and eliminating identity checks, we ensure that your private cruise starts smoothly the moment you reach the waterfront.
Vessel Fleet Types and Guest Capacity Guidelines
Our private charter inventory spans 77 yachts, offering complete flexibility for groups ranging from small families to major corporate gatherings. The collection features motor yachts and power catamarans with lengths running from 40 to 164 ft, ensuring an appropriate layout for every occasion. Our largest capacity accommodates up to 75 guests on an expansive multi-deck flagship, providing abundant room across open flybridges, shaded aft decks, and enclosed saloons.
Smaller motor yachts measuring around 40 to 45 ft suit intimate gatherings of up to 10 or 12 guests seeking a relaxed private escape. Mid-size vessels between 48 and 65 ft provide balanced indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, effortlessly holding medium groups of 15 to 30 guests. Meanwhile, our wide-beam power catamarans and grand motor yachts accommodate larger parties of 40 to 75 guests without compromising comfort or walking space during your private cruise.
Capacity guidelines ensure every person on board enjoys ample seating, sunbathing space, and attentive service from our crew throughout the voyage. When planning your event, matching your guest count to the yacht dimensions ensures plenty of freedom to move around the decks. Booking a charter boat in Dubai guarantees that your group has sole occupancy of the vessel, with no shared tables or unrelated parties on board.
Which onboard inclusions come with your trip?
Every voyage booked with our team includes professional crew support, maritime fuel for your planned coastal course, and full yacht access throughout your private reservation. Our captain navigates the vessel while deckhands attend to guest comfort, assist with docking, and ensure safe cruising along the shoreline. We stock the onboard galleys with complimentary chilled drinking water and fresh ice boxes so your personal drinks remain cold throughout the journey in Dubai.
Inside, guests enjoy air-conditioned interior saloons furnished with seating, alongside private cabins and open sundecks fitted with cushioned loungers. You can play your personal playlists through the yacht sound system by connecting your phone via Bluetooth or AUX cables. Anyone looking for a cheap yacht charter still enjoys these same baseline inclusions, ensuring clean facilities, shaded spaces, and sound equipment on every motor yacht we operate.
Safety equipment, navigation instruments, and communication tools remain fully operational on board each vessel under our captain's supervision. We ensure your group has ample space to relax both indoors away from the heat and outdoors in the open breeze. Whether you desire quiet sightseeing or an energetic social gathering on the water, our crew manages all vessel operations smoothly so you can focus entirely on enjoying your private cruise.
Add Water Sport Activities to Your Cruise
Active watersports can easily be incorporated into your private yacht excursion across Dubai when requested during the booking conversation. Our team arranges modern jet ski rentals, with operators strictly requiring riders to be at least 18 years old to drive. We also coordinate exciting flyboard sessions, towed banana boats, inflatable towable donuts, and high-tech seabob underwater scooters delivered right to the side of your motor yacht along the coast.
Swimming can be integrated into your private cruise if you schedule time to anchor in calm coastal lagoons during daylight hours. Our crew drops anchor in sheltered bays, allowing guests to dive into the warm gulf waters or paddle along on stand-up paddle boards. For guests interested in marine life, we can supply snorkelling gear and quality fishing tackle with bait so you can try bottom fishing off the swim platform.
Every watersport add-on operates alongside your private motor yacht charter, coordinated smoothly by our charter manager in advance. Combining a peaceful coastal cruise with high-energy jet ski runs lets your party experience the local shoreline from multiple angles. Whether you prefer swimming under the sun or holding onto a speeding towable, these leisure upgrades bring extra energy to your private yacht gathering.
Clear answers before booking
How much does a 2-hour yacht rental in Dubai cost?
Private yacht rental rates in Dubai range from AED 680 to AED 18,900 per hour across our fleet of 77 yachts. A two-hour cruise is calculated directly from the hourly rate of the motor yacht you choose, with no per-person ticket fees.
What sights do you see on a 2 hour yacht route in Dubai?
Departing from Dubai Marina or Dubai Harbour, a standard two-hour cruise passes Ain Dubai and the JBR coastline before reaching Palm Jumeirah and Atlantis The Palm. The captain adjusts the route according to sea conditions and your personal sightseeing preferences.
What services are part of the hourly yacht hire rate?
The hourly price covers the private yacht, licensed captain, crew, coastal fuel, complimentary chilled drinking water, and ice boxes. Guests also enjoy full access to sound systems via Bluetooth or AUX, private air-conditioned saloons, and open sundecks.
Is swimming allowed on a 2 hour yacht rental?
Yes, swimming is permitted in calm, designated lagoons during daylight hours when sea conditions allow safe anchoring. If you wish to swim, let the captain know at departure so your cruising time is managed to include an anchoring stop.
Which papers do I need to bring for boat boarding?
Guests need no passport or ID to board our private charters. You and your guests can step directly onto the yacht at your scheduled departure time at Dubai Marina or Dubai Harbour without presenting physical identification or completing administrative paperwork.
Are toddlers and infants permitted on the boat?
Yes, infants and young children of all ages are welcome on board our private yachts. Safety equipment and life vests are provided for all guests, and our crew assists families during boarding and throughout the entire coastal cruise.
Can I book extra water sports for a 2 hour yacht trip?
Yes, water sports such as jet skis, flyboards, paddle boards, and towable inflatables can be arranged upon request. Jet ski operators require participants to be at least 18 years old, and all equipment is coordinated via WhatsApp before departure.
What happens if there is bad weather on our cruise date?
If the weather does not allow sailing, we move the charter to another date or refund the payment, and the guest chooses which option they prefer. Our manager contacts you immediately if unexpected coastal conditions impact your scheduled voyage.
How many days ahead do I need to book a yacht?
We recommend messaging our team via WhatsApp a few days in advance, especially if you desire prime sunset slots between 17:00 and 19:00. However, same-day private bookings can often be accommodated depending on immediate fleet availability at our marinas.
Is sound system access available to play our own music?
Yes, all yachts feature onboard audio sound systems equipped with Bluetooth and AUX connectivity. Guests can connect their personal smartphones or mobile devices directly to stream their favorite music playlists throughout the interior saloons and open exterior decks.
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