Ocean Empress Dinner Cruise Dubai
Join a two-hour Ocean Empress dinner cruise from Dubai Marina with an international buffet, live cooking and traditional entertainment. Choose Standard, Top Deck or VIP. Seating and drinks depend on the ticket you select.
- Pier 7, Dubai Marina Promenade next to Marina Mall.
- Location
- 2 hours
- Duration
- Up to 3
- Guests
ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE
About this experience.
Step aboard Ocean Empress for dinner on the water. Choose dishes from the buffet and live stations as you cruise past Dubai Marina, JBR and Bluewaters Island. The route may also offer views of Dubai Harbour and Palm Jumeirah. Enjoy music and traditional performances during the cruise. Choose your deck and drinks when you select a ticket. The route and entertainment programme can vary.
Inclusions
Two-hour dinner cruise aboard OCEAN EMPRESS
Full-course international buffet dinner
Mineral water and soft drinks
Traditional dancers and cultural performances
Views of Dubai Marina, JBR, Bluewaters Island, Dubai Harbour, and Palm Jumeirah, subject to the cruise route
First-come, first-served seating on the Main Deck and Middle Deck
Exclusions
Hotel transfers and transportation
Top Deck seating
Alcoholic beverages and other add-ons charged separately
Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
Event Schedule
Boarding time: 8:00 PM
Cruise time: 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Cruise duration: Approximately two hours
Location: Dubai Marina
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- A two-hour Ocean Empress dinner cruise.
- International buffet dinner with live cooking stations.
- Music and traditional performances, subject to the programme
- Drinks and seating as described in your selected ticket.
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTSExplore what’s included in this experience.4 highlights
- Two hours on the water from Dubai Marina.
- International buffet with live cooking stations.
- Waterfront views and traditional performances.
- A choice of Standard, Top Deck and VIP tickets.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Meeting point
- Check in at the boat by Pier 7, on Dubai Marina Promenade next to Dubai Marina Mall. Boarding starts at 7:45 PM. The cruise sails from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Dubai local time. VIP guests should follow the lounge directions on their confirmation. Open map
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Guests capacity
- Up to 3 guests
What to bring
- Bring your booking confirmation and valid photo ID. Wear smart casual clothing and follow the check-in directions for your ticket. Please leave outside food and drinks ashore.
Before you go
Children aged 3–10 years are charged at the child rate.
Guests aged 10 years and above are charged at the adult rate, according to the supplied age policy.
Seating on the Main Deck and Middle Deck is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Top Deck seating is not included.
Guests are not permitted to bring outside food, beverages, glassware, or alcohol aboard the cruise.
Smart-casual clothing is permitted; beachwear is not allowed.
The cruise is suitable for guests of different ages, including expectant mothers.
For group bookings of more than 10 guests, table allocation is decided by the supervisor.
Cancellations made within 24 hours of the cruise are not eligible for a full or partial refund.
No-shows are non-refundable.
Transfers are not included.
Anything not specifically listed in the inclusions is excluded.
Not included
- Hotel transfers.
- Drinks, deck upgrades and extras outside your selected ticket.
Cancellation policy
Cancellations made within 24 hours of the cruise are not eligible for a full or partial refund.
No-shows are non-refundable.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
Everything you may want to know before booking.
What food is served on the Ocean Empress dinner cruise?
The tickets include an international and Asian buffet with small bites, salads, main dishes, desserts and live cooking. See the sample menu for examples. The selection varies by sailing.
Are there vegetarian dishes, and what if I have a food allergy?
Vegetarian choices are listed on the menu. Please tell MiYachts about allergies before booking and speak to the crew before eating. The buffet is shared and cross-contact is possible.
What is the difference between Standard, Top Deck and VIP?
Standard Soft Drinks uses unreserved seating on the Main or Middle Deck. Top Deck tickets include reserved Top Deck seating. VIP tickets add reserved seating in the VIP area and priority check-in. Check each ticket for its drinks.
Which drinks are included with my ticket?
Soft Drinks tickets include non-alcoholic drinks. House Drinks tickets add unlimited house alcoholic drinks. VIP Premium Drinks includes premium alcoholic drinks and bubbly. The ticket description shows the drinks included.
How long is the Ocean Empress dinner cruise?
The sailing runs for about two hours, from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM Dubai time. Follow the boarding time and meeting point on your booking confirmation.
Do children need a ticket?
Choose the child ticket for ages 3 to 10 where it is offered. Please contact MiYachts for the infant rules and the child rate for your chosen deck.
Can I cancel my booking?
Cancellations within 24 hours of the cruise and no-shows are non-refundable. Check the terms of your selected ticket for earlier changes or cancellations.
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