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New Year Yacht Hire in Dubai

Securing a new year yacht rental in Dubai offers an uninterrupted front-row seat to the city's midnight skyline celebrations. Marina Shamal provides 77 suitable boats from 40 to 164 ft, departing from Dubai Marina and Dubai Harbour. Holiday rates start from AED 1,700 to AED 47,250 per hour for completely private family or group gatherings.

Celebratory party decorations and sparkling lights adorning a luxury motor yacht
×2.5
new year's eve rates
4–6 h
typical length
75
guests max
30 %
deposit to book

Pick your trip format

Everything is ready before you arrive at the pier.

Two hours

4 hours · up to 10 guests

  • Captain and crew on board
  • Fuel and insurance in the price
  • Dinner served on board — from AED 250 per guest

from AED 9 380

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Half day

Highly rated

5 hours · up to 20 guests

  • Captain and crew on board
  • Fuel and insurance in the price
  • Water, soft drinks and ice
  • Dinner served on board — from AED 250 per guest
  • Yacht decorated before you arrive — from AED 350

from AED 11 725

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The long day

6 hours · up to 45 guests

  • Captain and crew on board
  • Fuel and insurance in the price
  • Water, soft drinks and ice
  • Dinner served on board — from AED 250 per guest
  • Yacht decorated before you arrive — from AED 350
  • Photographer on board — from AED 500 per hour
  • Weather call-off: reschedule or refund

from AED 24 108

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Prime Coastal Locations for Viewing Midnight Fireworks Displays

Watching the midnight skyline from the water provides an incredible advantage over crowded shorefront venues. Marine positioning puts your party right off the coast without the gridlock, noise, and physical congestion that typically affects coastal land spots. A private motor yacht can drop anchor at strategic marine points, giving every person on deck clear, wide sightlines of simultaneous pyrotechnic displays. From open water, your party sees the night sky illuminate over the Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, JBR, and Bluewaters Island all at once. Every vessel charter in the fleet is booked exclusively for your own group, meaning you never share deck space with strangers or deal with ticketed crowds. Placing your group on an 80 ft yacht rental creates a personal floating platform positioned perfectly for the midnight displays. Navigating between key coastal points before picking a final anchorage allows you to experience the city lights from multiple angles. Whether you choose to linger near the outer Palm or anchor off JBR, being on the sea provides space, movement, and clear views that ground venues cannot match. Our manager assists in choosing the ideal cruise timeline directly in the WhatsApp chat so your captain can set course toward the premier coastal viewing areas well before midnight strikes across the city.

Sky Walker Amie X63 Sport
Sky Walker Amie X63 Sport · 63′

The booking path

  1. Pick a boat

  2. Set the date and route

  3. Confirm with a deposit

  4. Meet the crew at the pier

On the way World Islands · Dubai Marina · Ain Dubai · Atlantis · Burj Al Arab

Fleet options for this occasion

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Sky Walker Gala

Yacht Dubai Harbour

  • Length overall 62′
  • Guest count 25
  • Rooms on board 3

AED 3 375 hourly rate, min 2 h

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Ferretti 78 ft

Yacht Dubai Harbour

  • Length overall 78′
  • Guest count 20
  • Rooms on board 4

AED 13 125 hourly rate, min 4 h

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Ferretti 67 ft

Yacht Dubai Harbour

  • Length overall 67′
  • Guest count 15
  • Rooms on board 3

AED 7 325 hourly rate, min 3 h

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Sky Walker Astra

Yacht Dubai Harbour

  • Length overall 76′
  • Guest count 45
  • Rooms on board 2

AED 6 000 hourly rate, min 3 h

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Galeon

Yacht Dubai Harbour

  • Length overall 78′
  • Guest count 15
  • Rooms on board 4

AED 10 500 hourly rate, min 4 h

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What Fleet Capacities Are Available for Your Group?

Our fleet features 77 suitable vessels out of 88 total craft, providing a massive variety of layout choices for holiday celebrations in Dubai. Available lengths span from 40 to 164 ft, with the largest craft holding a maximum capacity of 75 guests. Compact motor craft ranging from 40 to 50 ft are ideal for smaller families or close groups seeking a comfortable evening on the water. Mid-sized options between 55 and 80 ft offer expansive flybridges, open sunbeds, and climate-controlled salons that give guests plenty of room to mix and mingle. For major corporate functions or expansive family reunions, our largest motor yachts and power catamarans deliver wide multi-deck layouts, elevated observation platforms, and extensive outdoor lounging spaces. Every single craft operates under private charter terms, meaning your group enjoys sole access to the boat throughout the journey. When selecting a vessel, consider how your guests like to celebrate, whether lounging in an air-conditioned salon or dancing outdoors under the stars. Our manager can recommend specific craft configurations based on your party size, ensuring everyone enjoys comfortable seating, broad views of the skyline, and smooth service from our onboard crew throughout the entire evening.

Galeon
Galeon · 78′

A Scenic Cruising Itinerary Showcases Iconic Coastal Landmarks

Cruising along the coast on New Year's Eve highlights the city's impressive architecture from a stunning water perspective. Most evening itineraries launch from Dubai Harbour or Dubai Marina, navigating through the inner marina canal before heading past Bluewaters Island and the impressive Ain Dubai wheel. From there, vessels move out into the open sea toward Palm Jumeirah, offering broad views of illuminated skyline towers and coastal resorts. Placing your party on a 50 ft yacht delivers a smooth, steady ride as you journey along the shore toward the iconic Burj Al Arab anchorage. You can request custom route adjustments through our WhatsApp channel, choosing where to pause for photos or where to drop anchor before the countdown begins. Children and infants are welcome aboard all private charters, making a family cruise a relaxed, comfortable way to celebrate together away from street-level crowds. Most holiday charters operate across four to six-hour windows during the evening, giving you ample time to enjoy drinks, dine on deck, and absorb the coastal views before settling into position for the midnight pyrotechnic displays along the shore.

Sky Walker Astra
Sky Walker Astra · 76′

Understanding NYE Charter Pricing and Straightforward Payment Terms

Charter pricing across our fleet operates with total transparency, ensuring no surprise fees appear on your invoice. Hourly rates for New Year's Eve range from AED 1,700 to AED 47,250 depending on the size and specification of the chosen vessel. Every rate quoted on this page is already the final holiday price, which equals 2.5× the standard hourly rate, and includes full UAE VAT. We state all numbers clearly upfront so you can budget accurately for your party. To secure a boat for December 31st, a 30 % deposit is required; without this deposit, dates remain open to other inquiries. Booking is straightforward: you discuss your date, time, and guest numbers with our manager in our WhatsApp chat, receive answers to your questions, and then get a secure online card payment link to lock in your craft. The remaining balance is settled prior to boarding at the dock. If severe sea conditions prevent the trip from taking place safely, guests can select an alternative date or receive a complete refund of their payment. This clear policy ensures your holiday plans remain flexible, transparent, and fully protected.

Ferretti 67 ft
Ferretti 67 ft · 67′

Where Do Guests Board for the Cruise?

Departures for our holiday charters take place directly from premier marine centers, including Dubai Marina and Dubai Harbour. These modern facilities offer convenient drop-off points, direct quay access, and well-lit walkways leading to the vessels. On heavy holiday nights, marine traffic near dock entrances increases significantly, so planning your arrival time carefully is strongly recommended. Our manager provides precise slip numbers and quay locations in the WhatsApp chat well before your cruise date, allowing your party to navigate directly to the boat without confusion. The check-in process at the dock is swift, effortless, and private for your group; guests do not undergo passport or identification checks before stepping aboard, letting you walk straight onto the deck to begin your evening. Onboard crew members meet you at the gangway to assist with hand luggage, help set up any personal drinks or catering brought along, and show you through the vessel's amenities. Starting your voyage smoothly ensures your entire group can relax immediately in the salon or on the flybridge as the captain navigates out toward the open water for the countdown cruise.

Ferretti 78 ft
Ferretti 78 ft · 78′

Beverage Options and Food Arrangements for Your Cruise

Food and beverage setups on our private charters can be customized completely to suit your group's tastes. Guests are welcome to bring their own food, soft drinks, and alcohol aboard free of charge, with no corkage fees or extra service charges applied. Alternatively, our manager can coordinate gourmet onboard catering if you prefer a fully managed dining experience. Custom options include live barbecue menus, international buffets, and formal dinner service served on board from AED 250 per guest. If your event falls during a religious period earlier in the year, arranging an Iftar party on a yacht sets a great precedent for catered gatherings on the water. For special end-of-year toasts, we can arrange fresh celebration cakes brought aboard from AED 250 or elegant table settings with candles and flowers from AED 400. Fishing gear can even be prepared for AED 150, with your catch cooked on board for an additional AED 150. Whether you bring personal party snacks or request multi-course catered dining, our crew handles food presentation, ice setup, and drink service throughout the voyage, leaving you free to enjoy the evening.

Sky Walker Gala
Sky Walker Gala · 62′

What Standard Inclusions and Amenities Come with Your Charter?

Every boat rental provided by Marina Shamal comes equipped with essential operational features to ensure your group cruises in comfort. Quoted holiday rates cover the private motor vessel, an experienced captain, deck crew, fuel, bottled drinking water, and ice for your party. Powerful sound systems with modern Bluetooth connectivity are standard, allowing your group to stream chosen playlists across the indoor salon and open exterior decks. Guests enjoy broad freedom regarding food and drink; bringing personal provisions, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages aboard is completely allowed without any extra corkage fee. For groups desiring an upgraded experience, custom additions can be arranged through our manager before departure. We can organize decorative setups starting from AED 350, candles and flowers set on deck from AED 400, or a fresh celebration cake delivered to the boat from AED 250. Full dinner service can also be set up on board starting from AED 250 per guest. All base rates already reflect the holiday pricing, which is 2.5× the standard hourly figure, and full VAT is included directly in the quoted number so no additional taxes are added at check-in. The craft is prepared completely before you arrive at the dock.

Which Private Charter Format Suits Your Celebration?

Choosing a fully private motor vessel ensures your end-of-year gathering is tailored entirely to your personal group. Unlike commercial public tours with fixed schedules, our private trips let you choose your departure time, route, and party details. Whether you are hosting an intimate family dinner or a large festive gathering, reserving the entire vessel provides exclusive access to all indoor and outdoor lounges. A 70 ft Princess yacht rental option selection provides generous flybridge seating, comfortable salon space, and wide exterior decks suitable for entertaining guests in complete privacy. Small to mid-sized groups often prefer agile cruisers, while larger groups make use of multi-deck motor yachts designed for socializing. Smart casual or cocktail attire is ideal for an evening cruise, giving your party a festive look while remaining comfortable on deck. If you wish to incorporate special themes or specific dining setups, our team helps coordinate all details through our WhatsApp channel prior to the date. Booking a private buyout gives you complete control over who is on board, what music plays, and how long you anchor at key locations along the coastline, creating a relaxed, customized celebration for your friends and family.

Onboard Entertainment Options for Your Midnight Countdown

Setting up the ideal atmosphere before the clock strikes twelve is smooth when you rent a private craft for your evening. Sound systems integrated into each vessel provide clear audio performance across exterior lounges and indoor salons, letting your party dance and socialize as you navigate the coastal waters. You have full control over the playlist throughout the voyage, creating whatever musical vibe your group prefers leading up to midnight. If you want specialized live performers on deck, our manager can coordinate external additions on request. We arrange professional photographers from AED 500 per hour to capture every moment, alongside live DJs, musicians, drone operators, or audio-visual projectors. As midnight approaches, your captain ensures the vessel is positioned smoothly off the coast while your group gathers on the open deck for the final seconds of the year. The spacious exterior areas of a motor craft give everyone room to raise a glass and watch the sky light up without obstruction. Because every charter is entirely private, you set your own schedule, music selection, and party flow without following a rigid commercial itinerary or sharing the deck with other tour groups.

Key questions answered

What are the charter rates for a New Year's Eve yacht party?

Holiday hourly rates range from AED 1,700 to AED 47,250 depending on vessel size. All quoted prices are the final New Year's Eve rate, which is 2.5× the regular price, and include VAT. Total costs depend on the craft selected and any optional extras requested through our manager.

Which midnight firework displays are visible from the boat?

Positioning at sea provides unobstructed viewlines of multiple fireworks shows along the coast. From open water, guests can watch displays across the Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm, JBR, and Bluewaters Island simultaneously, avoiding the heavy traffic and dense crowds associated with shorefront viewing locations.

When should I reserve a boat for the midnight countdown cruise?

Reserving early is strongly advised because demand for December 31st is extremely high. Our fleet includes 77 suitable boats, but dates are assigned on a first-come basis. A reservation becomes firm only after the 30 % deposit is paid via our secure online card payment link.

What standard inclusions are provided with the holiday charter?

The rental rate includes the private motor craft, captain, crew, fuel, bottled water, ice, and sound systems with Bluetooth connectivity. Guests have full access to indoor and outdoor decks. Add-ons like catering, cakes, decorations, or photographers can be arranged separately upon request through our manager.

Are guests allowed to bring personal food and drinks on the craft?

Yes, bringing your own food, soft drinks, and alcohol is allowed and completely free of charge. We do not apply any corkage fees. Alternatively, our manager can arrange custom catering, live barbecue menus, fine dining, or celebration cakes to be delivered directly to the boat.

What are the departure locations and check-in procedures?

Charters depart from Dubai Harbour or Dubai Marina. Specific quay numbers and recommended boarding times are agreed upon with our manager in the WhatsApp chat. Guests should arrive promptly at their assigned marina slip, as strict departure windows apply due to holiday harbor traffic.

Are any identification cards or official documents required to board?

Nobody checks passports or IDs when guests come aboard our private charters. You simply arrive at the agreed marina quay, meet your captain and crew at the gangway, and step directly onto your private boat to begin your evening celebration without administrative delays at the dock.

What style of clothing is appropriate for a holiday evening cruise?

Smart casual or festive party attire is recommended for an evening cruise. Guests often wear evening dresses or collared shirts for holiday photos. We suggest flat shoes or boat-friendly footwear for walking safely on open decks, and bringing a light jacket during winter evening sea breezes.

How are unsafe sea conditions or bad weather handled on NYE?

When sea conditions stop the trip from taking place safely, the guest picks a new date or gets their money back in full. Your booking deposit and payments are completely protected under our clear policy if official marine conditions prevent departure on December 31st.

Can Families Bring Young Children and Infants Aboard?

Yes, children and infants are welcome aboard all private charters. Because every craft is booked exclusively for your own group, families enjoy a comfortable, controlled environment with private salon space and safety equipment, making it an ideal choice for celebrating together away from shore crowds.