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Celebrations · Dubai

Family Yacht Rental in Dubai

Meridian Yachting provides family yacht charter packages in Dubai Marina and Dubai Harbour for groups of all sizes. Rent a private vessel spanning 40-164 ft with hourly rates starting from AED 680 to AED 18,900. Our fleet includes 77 suitable boats out of our 88 options, offering safe, spacious environments for parents, children, and extended family.

Three ways to do it

Everything is ready before you arrive at the pier.

Short trip

from AED 1 360

2 hours · up to 12 guests

  • Crewed yacht
  • No fuel or insurance extras
  • Dinner prepared for your group — from AED 250 per guest
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Classic

from AED 3 570

3 hours · up to 25 guests

  • Crewed yacht
  • No fuel or insurance extras
  • Drinks and towels on board
  • Dinner prepared for your group — from AED 250 per guest
  • We order and serve the cake — from AED 250
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Full experience

from AED 14 000

4 hours · up to 45 guests

  • Crewed yacht
  • No fuel or insurance extras
  • Drinks and towels on board
  • Dinner prepared for your group — from AED 250 per guest
  • We order and serve the cake — from AED 250
  • Sea too rough? Another date or your money back
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Which Scenic Route Options Suit Families Best?

Your journey begins as we glide out into open water, passing the impressive architectural towers of Dubai Marina before steering toward Bluewaters Island to view Ain Dubai from the water. Cruising along the Palm Jumeirah crescent offers uninterrupted vistas of iconic resorts like Atlantis The Royal, creating ideal photo opportunities for parents and children alike. Heading further down the shoreline brings your boat directly opposite the magnificent sail-shaped structure of Burj Al Arab, where our crew pauses for family photos against the sea background. Parents booking a private yacht tour in Dubai can select these custom coastal paths while enjoying gentle seas and reliable navigation from start to finish.

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How it works

  1. 01
    Pick your yacht
  2. 02
    Set timing and course
  3. 03
    Pay 30 % to confirm
  4. 04
    Arrive at the dock

Custom Catering and Family Dining Choices

Flexible food options keep young travellers content throughout the journey. Full dinner served on board starts from AED 250 per guest, featuring kid-friendly selections alongside sophisticated gourmet dishes for adults. Families who prefer bringing their own food and drinks, including alcohol, are completely welcome to do so at no extra charge, making it easy to accommodate toddlers with specialized snacks or dietary restrictions. Having your fresh catch cooked on board costs AED 150 when booking a fishing trip, while live BBQ options can be prepared right on deck by our team while anchored.

Marine Child Safety Protocols and Protective Gear

Ensuring young guests remain completely protected is our highest operational priority during every single outing. Every vessel carries certified life jackets specifically sized for infants, toddlers, older children, and adults, ensuring proper fits for all ages. Decks are engineered with high outer guard rails, solid safety netting, non-slip flooring surfaces, and enclosed lounge spaces that prevent sudden stumbles while under way. Parents can relax knowing the physical environment is secured against accidental slips. Understanding hourly motorboat rental rates in Dubai helps families select vessels with child-safe features tailored to toddlers.

Clear Pricing Rules and Basic Charter Inclusions

Every boat rental features a transparent financial outline covering the private vessel, fuel, professional captain, and deck service without hidden fees. Rates start from AED 680 up to AED 18,900 per hour, varying strictly according to size, age, and individual amenities of the craft. All listed figures include VAT upfront, making budgeting straightforward when organizing family gatherings on water. Chilled drinking water and ice are complimentary for everyone, while additional services remain optional. To secure your chosen time slot, a 30 % deposit is required via card link, while the rest is settled before departure. Securing cheap boat rental in Dubai allows families to enjoy high-quality standard inclusions on every voyage.

Onboard Amenities for Maximum Guest Comfort

Staying comfortable during daytime heat is easy thanks to fully air-conditioned interior salons fitted with plush sofas and entertainment screens. Multi-generational families benefit from shaded flybridge seating, expansive aft decks, and private cabins where younger children or elderly relatives can lie down and rest. Fully equipped galley kitchens, clean private restrooms, and spacious changing facilities are standard on our motor vessels, providing all the conveniences of home while at sea. Whether relaxing indoors or taking in views outside, every guest experiences maximum physical comfort.

Inflatable Water Toys and Fun Aquatic Gear

Dropping anchor in a quiet, protected bay transforms your outing into a private waterpark for kids and adults. We provide stand-up paddleboards, snorkeling gear, and towable tubes upon request to make swimming sessions engaging for every age level. Specialized floating platforms, sea pools, and yacht-attached inflatable slides can be prepared prior to your trip to create safe, contained splash zones right next to the swim deck. Our crew keeps a careful eye on the water while your family enjoys the sea. Arranging a booked yacht in Dubai experience gives your family access to these exciting extras alongside our standard high safety standards.

What Cruising Duration Suits Your Journey?

Selecting the right time on board depends on your family's daily routine and planned activities. A brief 2-hour voyage offers a practical sightseeing window past coastal towers for families traveling with infants, keeping kids comfortable before naptime arrives. Booking a 3 to 4-hour charter allows plenty of leisure time to anchor in calm waters, swim with inflatable gear, and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch together. For extended family gatherings or special milestones, full-day private charters provide total freedom to explore distant coastal stops, relax inside air-conditioned lounges, and watch the sunset over the Arabian Gulf.

Kid Birthday Parties Custom Built on Deck

Planning a child's milestone event on the water becomes simple with our dedicated arrangement options. Having a yacht decorated before you arrive starts from AED 350, allowing our team to arrange themed balloons, color schemes, and party banners on deck. A celebration cake brought on board from AED 250 completes the celebration, while integrated multimedia sound systems let you play your child's favorite songs and family video memories. Parents can organize a complete kids party yacht in Dubai environment complete with games, tailored music, and custom desserts, ensuring young guests remain engaged and entertained throughout the entire voyage.

Which Fleet Size Best Matches Your Capacity Needs?

Selecting the correct vessel size ensures total comfort for everyone on board, whether planning an intimate gathering or a large family reunion. Compact 40ft to 50ft boats easily host small family groups wanting a quiet day out, offering cozy seating areas and sunbathing mats. Mid-sized motor yachts ranging between 52ft and 75ft comfortably manage medium groups up to 25 guests with ample deck room to move around. For major celebrations, our largest luxury motor yachts up to 164ft handle our largest capacity of 75 guests, featuring open flybridges, outdoor jacuzzis, and wide dining areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Can toddlers and young kids come on a family yacht charter?

Children of all ages are welcome on our private charters. Decks feature secure guard rails, non-slip surfaces, and enclosed air-conditioned salons, making them safe and comfortable for infants, toddlers, and young kids throughout the journey.

What are the family yacht charter prices?

Hourly charter rates range from AED 680 to AED 18,900 depending on vessel size, age, and capacity. All prices include VAT, fuel, captain, crew, and basic refreshments like water and ice, with optional extras priced transparently.

What is the recommended cruise duration for families?

A 2-hour trip works well for families with toddlers wanting quick sightseeing past landmarks like Ain Dubai. A 3 to 4-hour charter is ideal for older children to combine cruising with swimming and meal times.

What features come standard with a family charter?

Every standard booking includes exclusive private use of the vessel, qualified captain and crew, marine fuel, chilled drinking water, ice, life jackets, and full access to onboard facilities including sound systems and air-conditioned salons.

Are families allowed to pack their own food and drinks?

Families are welcome to bring their own meals, snacks, baby food, and drinks, including alcohol, at no extra charge. We also arrange optional onboard catering, live BBQ packages, and custom celebration cakes upon request.

Is swimming permitted during a family boat charter?

Families can swim when the captain anchors in calm, designated bays. We provide life jackets and can arrange water toys like paddleboards, floating mats, and inflatable slides for extra fun under crew supervision.

Is a skipper license required to rent a family yacht?

No boating licence is required. Every charter includes a fully licensed professional captain and crew who handle all navigation and safety operations, allowing your family to relax and enjoy the trip without operational worries.

Can we organize a children's birthday party on board?

We arrange full birthday setups including custom balloon decor from AED 350, specialized cakes from AED 250, sound systems for music playlists, photo services, and water sport equipment to keep kids thoroughly entertained.

Which child safety gear is provided on the vessel?

All vessels carry certified life jackets for toddlers, children, and adults. Ships feature high deck railings, non-slip decking, and enclosed interior seating areas to ensure young children remain protected throughout the cruise.

Do you have vessels for large family groups of 20 or 30?

Our fleet includes mid-sized and large motor yachts designed to easily accommodate groups of 20 to 30 guests, with our largest vessel handling up to 75 guests comfortably across wide decks and spacious lounges.

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