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Dubai Yacht Rental Prices
Navigating transparent dubai yacht rental prices allows planning the ideal coastal voyage without financial surprises. At Marina Shamal, we offer direct access to 77 suitable boats from our fleet of 88 motor yachts and power catamarans. Pricing starts from AED 680 up to AED 18,900 per hour, departing smoothly from Dubai Marina and Dubai Harbour.
Hourly yacht rates
| Model | Rate an hour | Duration | Guest count | Length overall | Base duration | ||
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| 2 | 3 | 4 | |||||
| Vogue HatterasDubai Harbour | AED 938 | AED 1 876 | AED 2 814 | AED 3 752 | 21 | 64′ | 3 |
| Azimut LanaDubai Harbour | AED 1 000 | AED 2 000 | AED 3 000 | AED 4 000 | 20 | 62′ | 2 |
| Azimut SuraDubai Harbour | AED 1 161 | AED 2 322 | AED 3 483 | AED 4 644 | 12 | 68′ | 2 |
| As Marine Wukong 1Dubai Harbour | AED 1 190 | AED 2 380 | AED 3 570 | AED 4 760 | 25 | 68′ | 2 |
| Dubai Marine TisckDubai Harbour | AED 1 250 | AED 2 500 | AED 3 750 | AED 5 000 | 30 | 75′ | 2 |
| Sky Walker GalaDubai Harbour | AED 1 350 | AED 2 700 | AED 4 050 | AED 5 400 | 25 | 62′ | 2 |
| Sky Walker RenoDubai Harbour | AED 1 350 | AED 2 700 | AED 4 050 | AED 5 400 | 25 | 62′ | 2 |
| Sky Walker FiboDubai Harbour | AED 1 350 | AED 2 700 | AED 4 050 | AED 5 400 | 25 | 62′ | 2 |
| Azimut Lucky StarDubai Harbour | AED 1 350 | AED 2 700 | AED 4 050 | AED 5 400 | 25 | 62′ | 2 |
| Sky Walker AuraDubai Harbour | AED 1 350 | AED 2 700 | AED 4 050 | AED 5 400 | 25 | 62′ | 2 |
| Sky Walker MakaDubai Harbour | AED 1 350 | AED 2 700 | AED 4 050 | AED 5 400 | 25 | 62′ | 2 |
| Sky Walker Taka BlueDubai Harbour | AED 1 350 | AED 2 700 | AED 4 050 | AED 5 400 | 25 | 62′ | 2 |
| Princess AmoteaDubai Harbour | AED 1 352 | AED 2 704 | AED 4 056 | AED 5 408 | 30 | 72′ | 2 |
| San LorenzoDubai Harbour | AED 1 607 | AED 3 214 | AED 4 821 | AED 6 428 | 50 | 82′ | 2 |
| Sky Walker Amie X63 SportDubai Harbour | AED 1 658 | AED 3 316 | AED 4 974 | AED 6 632 | 25 | 63′ | 3 |
| Fairline LibertyDubai Harbour | AED 1 890 | AED 3 780 | AED 5 670 | AED 7 560 | 25 | 80′ | 3 |
| Azimut ViktoriaDubai Harbour | AED 2 202 | AED 4 404 | AED 6 606 | AED 8 808 | 40 | 75′ | 2 |
| Sunseeker Why NotDubai Harbour | AED 2 202 | AED 4 404 | AED 6 606 | AED 8 808 | 40 | 82′ | 2 |
| Sky Walker AstraDubai Harbour | AED 2 400 | AED 4 800 | AED 7 200 | AED 9 600 | 45 | 76′ | 3 |
| Etoupe A3Dubai Harbour | AED 2 890 | AED 5 780 | AED 8 670 | AED 11 560 | 12 | 98′ | 2 |
| Ferretti 67 ftDubai Harbour | AED 2 930 | AED 5 860 | AED 8 790 | AED 11 720 | 15 | 67′ | 3 |
| Sky Walker CalienteDubai Harbour | AED 3 000 | AED 6 000 | AED 9 000 | AED 12 000 | 60 | 96′ | 3 |
| Sunseeker SatoshiDubai Harbour | AED 3 000 | AED 6 000 | AED 9 000 | AED 12 000 | 15 | 64′ | 3 |
| Azimut AnnaDubai Harbour | AED 3 100 | AED 6 200 | AED 9 300 | AED 12 400 | 38 | 85′ | 3 |
| Azimut Magellano 66 ftDubai Marina | AED 3 150 | AED 6 300 | AED 9 450 | AED 12 600 | 18 | 66′ | 2 |
| Sunseeker AarnaDubai Harbour | AED 3 800 | AED 7 600 | AED 11 400 | AED 15 200 | 20 | 90′ | 3 |
| GaleonDubai Harbour | AED 4 200 | AED 8 400 | AED 12 600 | AED 16 800 | 15 | 78′ | 4 |
| Azimut SatisfactionDubai Harbour | AED 4 200 | AED 8 400 | AED 12 600 | AED 16 800 | 30 | 88′ | 3 |
| Haigan JacuzziDubai Harbour | AED 4 490 | AED 8 980 | AED 13 470 | AED 17 960 | 20 | 90′ | 3 |
| PershingDubai Harbour | AED 4 500 | AED 9 000 | AED 13 500 | AED 18 000 | 15 | 82′ | 3 |
| Sky Walker KonaDubai Harbour | AED 4 850 | AED 9 700 | AED 14 550 | AED 19 400 | 75 | 110′ | 3 |
| Ferretti 78 ftDubai Harbour | AED 5 250 | AED 10 500 | AED 15 750 | AED 21 000 | 20 | 78′ | 4 |
| Benetti GallusDubai Harbour | AED 6 000 | AED 12 000 | AED 18 000 | AED 24 000 | 60 | 115′ | 3 |
| Lady MayaDubai Harbour | AED 7 000 | AED 14 000 | AED 21 000 | AED 28 000 | 20 | 105′ | 4 |
| Nedship KhaliliDubai Harbour | AED 9 000 | AED 18 000 | AED 27 000 | AED 36 000 | 30 | 110′ | 4 |
| Riva DivaDubai Harbour | AED 9 000 | AED 18 000 | AED 27 000 | AED 36 000 | 16 | 82′ | 3 |
| Princess 95X Super-flybridgeDubai Harbour | AED 9 990 | AED 19 980 | AED 29 970 | AED 39 960 | 20 | 95′ | 4 |
| Sunseeker EncoreDubai Harbour | AED 12 500 | AED 25 000 | AED 37 500 | AED 50 000 | 30 | 131′ | 4 |
| Peri SaffuriyaDubai Harbour | AED 14 990 | AED 29 980 | AED 44 970 | AED 59 960 | 30 | 130′ | 4 |
| SensationDubai Harbour | AED 15 500 | AED 31 000 | AED 46 500 | AED 62 000 | 25 | 164′ | 6 |
| Benetti Code 8Dubai Harbour | AED 15 990 | AED 31 980 | AED 47 970 | AED 63 960 | 50 | 164′ | 4 |
| Sunseeker LucienDubai Harbour | AED 16 000 | AED 32 000 | AED 48 000 | AED 64 000 | 50 | 131′ | 4 |
| M/Y BehikeDubai Harbour | AED 18 900 | AED 37 800 | AED 56 700 | AED 75 600 | 30 | 140′ | 6 |
All listed prices cover crew, captain, fuel, insurance and full VAT.
- AED 938
- cheapest hour
- AED 18 900
- top hour
- 2 h
- minimum
- 43
- yachts with crew
Pricing details
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Length first
Length is the main driver: boats under 50 ft start at AED 938 per hour, 100 ft and over cost several times that. Newer builds price higher than older ones of the same length.
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Timing
The rate is set by the yacht's length and age, the number of hours and the add-ons you choose; the quote in WhatsApp already includes VAT.
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Hours booked
Charters start at 2 hours; from four hours on, the per-hour rate drops, and a full day is priced as one amount.
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Extras on top
The hourly rate covers the yacht, crew and fuel; food, drinks, decoration and entertainment are added as extras.
Hourly Charter Expenses Correspond Directly to Overall Boat Sizes
Understanding how vessel dimensions dictate total expenditures helps narrow down the right choice for any planned outing. On our waterfront, entry-level sport cruisers and compact motor vessels ranging from 40 to 45 feet start from AED 680 per hour. Moving up to mid-sized motor craft spanning 45 to 65 feet generally brings moderate hourly costs. These mid-tier models provide generous deck layouts and comfortable indoor lounges suitable for family celebrations or corporate gatherings. For broad events requiring grand scale, expansive motor vessels measuring 70 to 164 feet demand higher figures, scaling up to AED 18,900 per hour for our largest flagship models. Across all size tiers, every quote shows the exact figure required, with standard local VAT already included in the initial calculation to keep financial planning simple. Selecting a smaller vessel offers a practical path for those seeking a cheap yacht to rent without compromising on privacy or crew support. Larger vessels accommodate larger groups, ensuring that the total outlay scales logically with group size and desired space. When calculating overall event budgets, comparing these hourly tiers ensures you secure the exact spatial arrangements needed for a smooth voyage off the coast.
How Do Guests Complete Bookings and Manage Trip Scheduling Changes?
Reserving a private boat is handled directly through a quick conversation with our management team. Selecting your date, desired duration, and total guest count allows our representative to confirm availability in our WhatsApp chat within 15 minutes between 9:00 and 23:00 GST. A date is confirmed only with the 30 % deposit, as we do not hold open calendar slots without it. Once details are finalized, the manager sends a secure online card payment link to process this initial transfer, while the remaining balance is settled before boarding. Should unexpected weather arise, bad weather is not the guest's loss, meaning the trip is moved to another suitable date or the full payment is returned promptly. Unlike public cruises where individual seats are sold on fixed schedules, every booking secures a skippered vessel reserved strictly for your group. The captain and trained crew handle all technical handling, while bareboat self-driving charters are not offered. Finding a competitive dubai yacht booking price relies on locking in dates early through this direct messaging channel. This simple, chat-based system eliminates lengthy paperwork and provides direct, transparent communication from your initial inquiry right up until you set sail from the harbor.
How Does Season Timing Affect Overall Charter Pricing Rates?
Understanding seasonal demand patterns helps guests select the optimal time of year for their coastal excursion. High sailing season runs from November through April, when mild weather brings heavy demand for afternoon and evening departures. During these cooler months, prime sunset slots and weekend times fill up quickly, making early deposit arrangements essential to secure favored vessels. Conversely, the summer months from May through September frequently bring special promotional rates, with base costs dropping by 20% to 30% across select fleet models. Early morning charters during summer offer calm waters and cooler breezes, serving as an ideal window for scenic cruising before midday heat sets in. Late evening outings also remain popular year-round, as air-conditioned interior salons provide comfortable refuge while taking in the illuminated skyline. Because our hourly rates remain consistent without surprise hidden surcharges, guests can easily weigh the advantages of peak winter weather against the cost savings available during summer. Planning around these seasonal shifts guarantees you receive maximum value while enjoying the coast at a time that fits your schedule.
Catering Permissions Include Brought Food and Chef Services
Flexible dining choices ensure every meal on board matches the tone of your occasion perfectly. Guests are welcome to bring their own food, soft drinks, or personal selections of alcohol, with complete permission granted free of charge. For those preferring a fully managed dining setup, our team coordinates turnkey culinary services directly on board upon request. Fresh menus can be prepared by our crew, featuring live BBQ selections, international dishes, or light gourmet platters tailored to your preferences. Selecting a full live barbecue experience generally works best during bookings of three hours or longer, giving the team sufficient time to grill and serve while underway. Full dinner service can be served on board starting from AED 250 per guest, providing a complete restaurant-style meal right on the water. If you prefer a freshly prepared catch, having your caught fish cooked on board is available for AED 150. Celebration cakes can also be delivered directly to the vessel before departure from AED 250. This mix of self-catered freedom and custom onboard catering ensures that feeding your group remains straightforward, whether you are planning a casual family lunch or an elaborate evening gathering along the coast.
Cruising Passages Connect Major Coastal Destinations and Landmark Hubs
Setting sail on the water provides uninterrupted views of world-famous skyline architecture from unique perspectives. Motor vessels depart daily from Dubai Harbour and Dubai Marina, allowing immediate access to protected inner waterways and open sea routes. A standard two to three hour journey carries your party along the shoreline, passing JBR, gliding under the towering outline of Ain Dubai, and tracing the outer crescent of Palm Jumeirah. During daylight hours, captains can drop anchor in designated calm coastal bays, allowing guests to take a refreshing dip or try leisure fishing against the backdrop of the shore. Every charter is conducted as a fully private outing, avoiding the crowded decks typical of commercial shared tours. Choosing a private voyage ensures your group controls the pace, music, and itinerary without following a rigid public schedule. Choosing a luxury yacht in Dubai gives your guests complete freedom over where to pause for photos or anchor for a swim. Exploring the coastline this way ensures you experience the maritime highlights of the city at your own speed, backed by an experienced crew navigating every nautical mile.
Which Standard Amenities Are Included Within Basic Charter Rates?
Every base charter quote includes essential operational elements and onboard conveniences needed for a smooth day at sea. Base rates cover the vessel itself, along with fuel for standard cruising routes, comprehensive maritime liability insurance, and a professional crew. Guests enjoy complimentary access to iced drinking water, soft drinks, and ice buckets kept in the galley. Onboard entertainment systems come standard, including Bluetooth sound setups that allow you to play your own custom music playlists throughout the trip. Approved safety gear and life jackets are provided on board for every trip. When evaluating the overall cost to charter a yacht, knowing that these core operational elements, crew fees, and basic refreshments are already covered ensures full transparency. Additional custom services like catered food menus, specialized water sports, or event decorations are simply added on request, leaving you in complete control over your final trip budget. This transparent approach ensures your time on the water is focused entirely on relaxing with your guests.
Which Safety Guidelines Apply to Young Children on Family Trips?
Welcoming multi-generational families is a core part of our daily maritime operations off the coast. Children and infants of all ages are fully permitted on board, making our motor vessels an excellent setting for family gatherings and birthday celebrations. Safety is prioritized through specialized equipment, including correctly fitted life vests designed specifically for young guests and infants. While moving along open decks, minors are supported by our alert crew members, though parents maintain primary oversight during the voyage. Boarding procedures are intentionally kept effortless to keep young children relaxed, as no passport or identity document is asked for at boarding. Families can step directly onto the vessel without waiting in tedious queues at the quay. Once on board, young guests can explore the climate-controlled indoor salons or enjoy the scenic views from protected seating areas. Having safe, comfortable spaces inside the cabin ensures that parents with toddlers can relax without worrying about sun exposure or sudden movement on open decks. From gentle cruising along protected marina channels to anchored afternoon stops, our motor yachts offer a safe, spacious environment for family outings.
Matching Fleet Categories to Your Planned Overall Guest Capacity
Selecting the proper vessel size ensures that every guest has ample space to move around, socialize, and relax comfortably on deck. Compact motor vessels measuring 40 to 45 feet are engineered for intimate gatherings, comfortably holding smaller private groups of up to 10 or 12 people. Mid-sized motor craft spanning 45 to 65 feet accommodate medium parties of 15 to 30 guests, offering a balanced mix of open flybridges and shaded lounge areas. For grand corporate events, milestone wedding receptions, or large family reunions, our flagship power catamarans provide expansive multi-deck layouts with our largest capacity reaching up to 75 guests. Choosing a vessel that fits your headcount properly prevents overcrowding while keeping your hourly rate proportional to the scale of your event. Because every charter is strictly private, your party enjoys sole access to all sunbeds, indoor salons, and stern seating areas without sharing space with outside guests. Our management team assists in matching your expected guest total to the correct vessel classification during your booking chat, guaranteeing a smooth and comfortable voyage across the sea.
Optional Entertainment Addons for Coastal Charters
Customizing your journey on the water is simple with our comprehensive collection of optional add-on services. Guests can request high-speed water sports equipment to be delivered directly alongside the vessel during anchored breaks. Thrilling additions such as jet skis, flyboards, banana boats, towables, and seabobs are arranged through your manager and priced separately. For guests interested in a peaceful angling experience, specialized fishing setups with rods, tackle, and bait ready on board can be prepared for AED 150. Atmosphere additions are equally adaptable, featuring custom deck decorations arranged before you arrive starting from AED 350. To set a softer evening tone, candles and flowers set up on deck are available from AED 400. Groups celebrating special milestones can hire a dedicated photographer on board from AED 500 per hour to capture professional photos against the city horizon. Sound systems are ready on board for your favorite playlists, while professional DJ setups, live music performers, and media projectors can also be integrated upon request. Every custom option is finalized in the booking chat, ensuring your motor vessel is fully prepped before your party steps onto the deck.
Key questions answered
What is the hourly cost to rent a yacht?
Hourly charter rates range from AED 680 for compact sport vessels up to AED 18,900 for flagship superyachts. The exact price depends on vessel length, capacity, and model, with local VAT included in all quoted rates.
What are the full day rates for hiring a yacht?
A full-day rental cost is calculated by multiplying the agreed hourly rate by your selected duration. Rates span from AED 680 to AED 18,900 per hour depending on boat size, with exact totals confirmed by your booking manager.
What features come standard with the charter price?
Base prices cover the private vessel, licensed captain and crew, fuel for planned routes, safety gear, and insurance. Guests also enjoy complimentary iced water, soft drinks, ice, and onboard sound systems for personal music play.
Is renting a private yacht cheaper than a shared cruise ticket?
While individual per-person rates on public tours appear lower for solo travelers, renting a private vessel becomes highly cost-effective for groups. Dividing a private rate across your party yields exclusive vessel access, custom routes, and personal crew service.
Must I hold a boating license to hire a yacht?
No boating license is required for guests. Every rental is a skippered charter conducted by a professional captain and experienced crew who handle all navigation, mooring, and safety operations during your trip.
Are outside refreshments and music allowed on board?
Yes, guests are permitted to bring their own food, soft drinks, and alcohol free of charge. You can also connect your phone to the onboard sound system via Bluetooth to play your own musical playlist throughout the cruise.
What identity papers must guests present before boarding?
No passport or identity document is asked for at boarding. Guests can step directly onto the vessel at the marina quay, making the arrival process quick and simple for every member of your group.
May young children and infants join our yacht trip?
Children and infants of all ages are welcome on board our private charters. Safety gear and child-sized life jackets are provided, while air-conditioned indoor cabins offer comfortable shelter for families during the journey.
What policy applies if bad weather impacts our booking?
Bad weather is not the guest's loss. If unsafe sea conditions prevent your charter from taking place, the trip is rescheduled to a mutually convenient date or your payment is fully returned.
Is swimming or leisure fishing permitted while underway?
Guests can swim during daylight hours when the captain anchors in designated safe bays. Leisure fishing is also available upon request, with rods, tackle, and bait prepared on board for AED 150.





