UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
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The 10 most popular canoes & kayaks tours in the UAE. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you actually pay.
Pick a Dubai desert safari with BBQ and shows or a Hatta kayaking day with heritage stops, hotel pickup, and a small group.
“The guide Rehan was amazing, very polite and knowledgeable. Very good experience. Dam was very nice”
$34, 1-hour guided kayak around Louvre Abu Dhabi. Life jackets, waterproof bags, and architecture stories, best at sunrise or sunset.
“Everything was perfect, the guide was amazing. Thank you! :)”
Guided 2-hour kayak through Reem Central Park mangroves with skyline views, gear included, wildlife spotting, $42 per person.
“Very scenic, especially the end when we paddled along a small path through the mangroves”
Clear-bottom kayaking in Dubai’s Jumeirah Bay lagoon with Burj Khalifa views, expert instruction, Bluetooth speakers. 1 hour.
“It was realy nice, and the guide “Donatus” was very kind and helpful. He saved my life from an agressive fish 😅😜”
Kayak with dolphins in Atlantis The Palm’s Dolphin Bay Lagoon, then enjoy same-day access to Aquaventure Waterpark in Dubai.
“the instructor was very helpful, he gave us a full inside into the dolphins habits etc. it's well worth the money”
Guided SUP on Palm Jumeirah’s calm waters with skyline views, Atlantis photo stops, showers, and patient coaching for a fast 1.5-hour outing.
“Great experienced friendly guide. Even gave me hardshell when i told him i can paddle:D. so it was five times more fun than with usual rental board. Nice place with pretty spots on a route.”
Dubai to Hatta by air-conditioned car for Dam kayaking, Heritage Village culture, and Al Khattem Dam views, ending back in Dubai.
“Yesterday we went to Hatta Dam and it was absolutely incredible! The scenery was breathtaking and the whole day felt so peaceful and refreshing. It honestly turned out to be one of my best days in a long time. Wael was fantastic — very friendly, knowledgeable, and made the trip feel effortless and enjoyable. Everything…”
Paddle for 1 hour from Dukes The Palm in Dubai. Choose kayak or stand-up paddle, enjoy harbor views, and get life jacket and shower.
“Super activité kayak :)”
Paddle an illuminated, transparent kayak in Dubai at night for Burj Khalifa and Jumeirah Bay skyline views, plus guided photo help.
“Wir hatten eine großartige Kajaktour mit unserem Guide Faruq. Er war von Anfang an unglaublich freundlich, aufmerksam und hilfsbereit. Dank seiner ruhigen und kompetenten Art haben wir uns jederzeit sicher und gut aufgehoben gefühlt. Er hat uns nicht nur alles geduldig erklärt, sondern die Tour auch mit viel Humor und positiver Energie zu einem unvergesslichen…”
Escape Dubai to Hatta: Heritage Village, hilltop views, Hatta Dam kayaking (1 hour), plus hotel pickup in a small group.
“Great trip for those looking to enjoy some natural scenery and gorgeous mountains. Kayaking was definitely the highlight of the trip, the parks were lovely and peaceful, but sadly the village itself was closed for renovation. Our only problem was Read more”
