Dubai Cruises and Water Sports

Dubai is a favorite tourist destination mainly because of its many attractions. It has fine beaches, theme amusement parks, gardens, archaeological sites, and museums and galleries to name a few.


Dubai likewise boasts of cruises and water sports, and these two are attractions that tourists do not want to miss when traveling to the Emirate.

Dubai cruises:

Couples traveling in Dubai, for example, book on one of the Dubai cruises for a romantic evening. They enjoy the Arabian Gulf's stillness and unspoiled water. Dubai cruises offer the following sights:

• The Bastakiya area, which has been restored, with the elegant windrowers (called barajeel);

• The Gold souks (traditional markets in Dubai);

• The abras (small motorboats) crisscrossing the water;

• The heritage village;

• The spectacular skyline of the financial district of Dubai.

Dubai's dhows-wooden cruise cruisers is a special attraction because those who take these cruises are treated to the breathtaking picture offered while traversing the famous Dubai Creek. They are regaled by the beautiful view of Dubai's skyline and major tourist sites. The average number of dhows that traverse the waters of Dubai Creek on a daily basis is one hundred fifty.

Taking one of the Dubai cruises is a real experience. The best views are presented at dawn, nighttime, or dusk. The services one gets from a cruise are comparable to those provided in a 5-star hotel. An international buffet menu is served to tourists, with a choice of continental or oriental fare.

Taking their adventure a little further, some tourists also try fishing while on the cruise. Each cruise takes about 3 hours to complete.

Water sports:

Most travelers to Dubai look forward to experiencing some of the recreational activities offered in the Emirate, and the water sports are almost always on top of their list. Dubai's pleasant climate and the tranquility of the waters of the famous Dubai Creek are the reasons why the water sports in Dubai are popular.

The adventure begins at the Wild Wadi Water Park. It has 24 rides, with eight Master Blaster and two Flow Riders. Children and adults who are fond of water sports will have a great time, especially with the many thrills and spills that are offered here.

More adventures are offered here with the following:

• Fishing - This is the most favorite and, understandably, the easiest water sport.

• Water skiing - This water sport offers the chance of experiencing the gentle sea breeze as well as the cress of the azure waters.

• Scuba diving - This is a great water sport in Dubai, since the scuba diver will encounter many different marine life forms, such as sharks, eels, turtles, shoals, various species of small fish, and aquatic plants.

• Sailing - This is a highly-recommended water sport when in Dubai. The facilities offered for this adventure provides all the luxury the tourist needs.

It is obvious that the single biggest factor that makes Dubai cruises and water sports famous is the serene condition of Dubai Creek, where all these adventures take place.