Who we are
About Marina Shamal
Marina Shamal operates private yacht charters across Dubai waters daily from 9:00 to 23:00 GST. We manage 88 yachts and boats, providing direct access to crewed vessels with all operational costs, insurance, and onboard amenities included. All bookings, customisations, and schedules are handled directly via WhatsApp.
Direct Management and Crewed Operations
Marina Shamal manages and coordinates charters directly for private groups. Every charter includes a licensed captain and crew, marine fuel, vessel insurance, towels, life jackets, soft drinks, and ice. Guests can bring their own food and beverages, including alcohol, without corkage fees. Optional add-ons such as catering, BBQ menus, DJ equipment, live music, photography, transfers, and water sports like jet skis or flyboards are arranged upon request. We handle each booking in-house from initial planning to departure.
Direct Support and Reservation Process
We handle all guest inquiries via WhatsApp through the button on this page between 9:00 and 23:00 GST daily. Our team responds within 15 minutes to verify vessel availability, provide exact quotes, and detail onboarding instructions. We confirm custom itineraries, extra equipment, or route adjustments directly in the messaging thread before departure, ensuring transparent pricing with no hidden charges.
Departure Locations Across Dubai
Charters depart from two main marinas: Dubai Marina and Dubai Harbour. Exact pontoon details and boarding directions are shared in the chat after booking. No passport or ID is needed to board the vessel. In the event of adverse weather conditions that prevent safe sailing, guests can choose either to move the charter to an alternative date or receive a full refund of their payment.
Fleet Specifications and Rental Rates
Our fleet consists of 88 yachts and boats ranging from 33 to 164 feet in length, accommodating private groups of up to 90 guests. Charter rates run from 600 AED to 18,900 AED per hour, with all prices already inclusive of VAT. The minimum booking duration is 2 hours. A 30% deposit is required to confirm your selected date and time slot, as we do not hold vessels on the schedule without deposit confirmation.
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Key questions answered
Do you operate the vessels directly or act as a brokerage?
Marina Shamal operates charters directly with our crew and vessels. We coordinate all logistics, inclusions, and custom schedules in-house, answering all guest queries directly on WhatsApp without third-party intermediaries.
Which marinas do the boats depart from?
Our fleet of 88 yachts and boats is berthed across Dubai Marina and Dubai Harbour. We assign the specific departure point based on your selected vessel and send exact pontoon directions in the chat.
Are your boats and crew properly licensed?
Yes. Every charter is operated with a fully licensed captain and professional crew. All vessels carry comprehensive guest and marine insurance, with safety equipment including life jackets provided on board for every trip.