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Four-Hour Cruise
Stay onboard from the scheduled 9:30 PM departure through the midnight celebration and return at approximately 1:30 AM.
31 December 2026 · Dubai Marina
New Year Dhow Cruise Dubai – Celebrate 31 December in Dubai Marina
A New Year Dhow Cruise Dubai experience with Alishba gives you four hours on the water for the final night of the year. Sail through Dubai Marina with festive dining, live entertainment and an onboard midnight countdown aboard Alishba Costa or Alishba Royale.
31 December
Special event sailing
9:30 PM–1:30 AM
Four-hour cruise
Dubai Marina
New Year waterfront setting
Costa & Royale
Two Alishba experiences
Four hours on the water
Dubai Marina New Year Dhow Experience
The Dubai Marina New Year dhow sailing is scheduled from 9:30 PM until 1:30 AM. Guests stay onboard through midnight, combining Marina night views with food, music, entertainment and the shared countdown.
The scheduled sailing time is not the reporting time. Follow the earlier check-in and boarding instructions supplied with your confirmed reservation on 31 December.
Your night onboard
What Is Included in the New Year Cruise?
The special Alishba sailing brings the main parts of the evening together onboard, so guests can dine, celebrate and stay on the cruise through the midnight countdown.
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Festive Buffet
Enjoy special-event buffet dining with vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices during the cruise.
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Welcome Refreshments
Begin the evening with onboard welcome refreshments and Arabic kahwa as part of the hospitality.
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Live Entertainment
Music and onboard entertainment create the celebration atmosphere as the cruise moves through Dubai Marina.
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Midnight Countdown
Stay onboard for the shared countdown and cake-cutting moment as 31 December moves into the New Year.
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Deck Options
Available upper and lower deck categories give guests a choice between an open-air or enclosed onboard setting.
Two Alishba options
Choose Your New Year Dhow Cruise
Alishba operates Costa and Royale for the special night. Both join the Dubai Marina celebration, but each offers a different onboard atmosphere for your New Year Eve dhow cruise.
Relaxed New Year Experience
Alishba Costa
Costa offers a lively and relaxed setting for families, couples, friends and visitors who want a comfortable evening together on Dubai Marina.
Adult Ticket
AED 150
Child Ticket
AED 100
- Four-hour special-event sailing
- Festive buffet dining
- Live onboard entertainment
- Midnight celebration
- Available deck categories
Premium New Year Experience
Alishba Royale
Royale creates a more refined double-deck environment for couples, VIP guests and special celebrations where a premium setting matters.
Adult Ticket
AED 200
Child Ticket
AED 150
- Four-hour special-event sailing
- Festive dining experience
- Premium double-deck setting
- Entertainment and countdown
- Available deck categories
Current price note: The prices shown above are the current Alishba Costa and Royale ticket rates. New Year's Eve pricing may be updated for 31 December, so confirm the final package before payment.
Choose your onboard setting
Upper Deck or Lower Deck for New Year?
Your deck choice changes how you experience the evening. Availability and exact seating depend on the confirmed ticket, so select the option that suits your group before completing the booking.
Open-Air Setting
Upper Deck
Choose the upper deck when open-air Marina views, night photography and the outdoor New Year atmosphere are important to your evening.
- Open-air environment
- Direct Marina views
- Good for photos and videos
- Popular with couples and groups
Enclosed Comfort
Lower Deck
Choose the lower deck when an enclosed and air-conditioned environment is more important for your family or group.
- Enclosed environment
- Air-conditioned comfort
- Suitable for families
- Indoor dining atmosphere
31 December schedule
Your New Year Dhow Cruise Timeline
Plan the full evening around the confirmed reporting instructions rather than arriving at the scheduled departure time.
Before 9:30 PM
Arrive according to the reporting time on your booking, complete check-in and board your selected Alishba cruise.
9:30 PM
Scheduled sailing begins and the onboard New Year experience starts.
During Cruise
Enjoy buffet dining, entertainment and Dubai Marina night views.
Midnight
Join the onboard countdown and shared New Year celebration.
1:30 AM
Scheduled cruise return, subject to marine traffic and operational instructions.
Real Alishba celebrations
See the New Year Experience Before You Book
Previous Alishba celebrations show the onboard dining, entertainment and guest atmosphere. Event details can change each year, but these real moments give you a better idea of the experience.
Book with clarity
Book Your New Year Dhow Cruise in Dubai Marina
A New Year dhow cruise Marina booking should be confirmed early because the sailing is limited to one event night. Choose Costa or Royale, review the available deck and confirm the final package before payment.
Your confirmation should be your source for the final reporting time, boarding point, selected deck and current inclusions.
Before you reserve
New Year Dhow Cruise Dubai FAQs
When is the Alishba New Year dhow cruise?
The special sailing is scheduled for Thursday, 31 December 2026. The cruise runs through midnight as guests welcome the New Year onboard.
What time does the New Year dhow cruise start?
The scheduled cruise window is 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM. Guests must follow the earlier reporting time provided with their booking confirmation.
How long is the New Year cruise?
The special Alishba New Year sailing is scheduled for four hours, covering the evening, midnight countdown and return after midnight.
Is food included on the New Year dhow cruise?
Yes. Festive buffet dining is part of the planned experience. Check the current package menu if you have specific dietary requirements.
Can I choose between Costa and Royale?
Yes. Alishba offers Costa and Royale for the New Year celebration, subject to package and seating availability.
Can I choose upper or lower deck seating?
Available deck categories can be selected according to the current package. Exact allocation should be confirmed before payment.
What are the current Costa and Royale ticket prices?
The current regular Costa ticket price is AED 150 per adult and AED 100 per child. Royale is currently AED 200 per adult and AED 150 per child. New Year's Eve pricing may be updated for 31 December.
Where does the New Year dhow cruise board?
The celebration operates in the Dubai Marina area. Use the exact boarding point and reporting instructions supplied with your confirmed reservation.
Planning the full celebration?
Explore New Year's Eve in Dubai
If you are comparing more than the cruise itself, explore Alishba's complete guide to the New Year celebration, event planning and Dubai Marina experience.
31 December · Dubai Marina
Reserve Your Alishba New Year Cruise
Choose Costa for a relaxed celebration or Royale for a more premium setting, then check the current package and secure your preferred cruise for 31 December.
