Xclusive Speedboat Tour Dubai: 90 Minutes to the Palm and Burj Al Arab
Quick answer
The Xclusive speedboat tour in Dubai lasts 90 minutes from Dubai Marina and costs $41 per person, with a guide and photo stops on the Jumeirah coast.
It is closed to children under 5, pregnant women and over-60s, and GetYourGuide rates it 4.8/5 from 11,700+ reviews.
Xclusive Yachts
Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab Speedboat Tour
4.8 (11,729) · from $41
The Xclusive speedboat tour in Dubai is a 90-minute guided run from Dubai Marina to Ain Dubai, Jumeirah Beach, the Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis and the Burj Al Arab, priced at $41 per person (about AED 151).
What changes the decision is the rule list. The listing bars children under 5, pregnant women, people with mobility problems or heart conditions and anyone over 60, which is stricter than the yacht cruises that leave from the same dock.
For calmer boats, read the Dubai boat tours guide or go back to the Harbour Advisor home page.
| Operator | Xclusive Yachts, Dubai Marina |
|---|---|
| Boat type | Speedboat; one reviewer calls it an inflatable, the listing does not give a model or capacity |
| Price | $41 per person (about AED 151 at the 3.6725 peg) |
| Duration | 1.5 hours |
| Departure times | Not printed in the listing; the calendar shows slots for your date |
| Boarding point | Xclusive Yachts boarding point, Dubai Marina |
| Route | Marina, Ain Dubai, Jumeirah Beach, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, back to the Marina |
| Food and drink | Bottled water only; you may bring cold snacks |
| Languages | English commentary only |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund |
| Rating | 4.8/5 from 11,729 reviews on GetYourGuide |
What is the Xclusive speedboat tour in Dubai and what do you see?
It is a guided speedboat sightseeing ride that follows the Jumeirah coast from the marina to the Burj Al Arab and returns along the Palm.
Xclusive Yachts sells it as a faster alternative to its yachts, and its own website links its "speedboat tours" to a 90-minute guided sightseeing tour with hourly departures between 9 AM and 5 PM. Times on your booking may differ, so use the calendar.
- Dubai Marina - the start and the finish of the loop
- Ain Dubai - the wheel on Bluewaters Island
- Jumeirah Beach - the beach and hotel coast
- Palm Jumeirah - the island's coast, which a reviewer says the boat follows up close
- Atlantis and Burj Al Arab - the main photo points
The guide gives facts at each landmark and the boat plays music, according to one reviewer. Expect stops for photos rather than a continuous sprint.
Where does the Xclusive speedboat tour leave from?
The boarding point is Xclusive's dock office at the Al Majara Tower end of Dubai Marina, reached by a ramp beside the road bridge.
You show your voucher at the office and relax in the air-conditioned lounge, which has free WiFi. Xclusive's website gives the office as Unit 3, Marina Level, Al Majara Tower, Al Hubob Street.
| Route | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Metro | DMCC station, exit 3, then follow the Maps link in the voucher | Listing, meeting point |
| Taxi | Drop-off at Marina Mansion, cross the road, take the ramp down and go left | Listing, meeting point |
| Car | Marina Mall car park, 3 hours free; 11 minutes on foot, 832 m to the dock | Listing; OSRM foot routing, checked 2026-10-17 |
I could not time the walk from DMCC station because the free map data does not recognise the station name, so use live walking directions from DMCC station. Metro fares are on the Roads and Transport Authority site.
What is the route, stop by stop?
The route runs west along the coast and loops back, passing seven points in about 90 minutes.
| # | Stop | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boarding point | Xclusive Yachts boarding point, Dubai Marina |
| 2 | Ain Dubai | Ain Dubai |
| 3 | Jumeirah Beach | Jumeirah Beach, Dubai |
| 4 | Palm Jumeirah | Palm Jumeirah |
| 5 | Atlantis | Atlantis The Palm |
| 6 | Burj Al Arab | Burj Al Arab |
| 7 | Dubai Marina | Dubai Marina |
The listing's longer text also names the Dubai Harbour project and the private island of the rulers of Dubai as points the guide mentions.
How long is it and when does it sail?
The Xclusive speedboat tour is 90 minutes from boarding to return, and the listing does not publish the start times.
That duration matches Xclusive's own 90-minute guided sightseeing slot, which its website lists from 9 AM to 5 PM. Treat that as a guide, not a promise for this product; the calendar is the authority.
- Morning - the coolest hours on the water; Xclusive lists daytime departures from 9 AM
- Late afternoon - check the sunset table below before you pick a slot
- Midday - the hottest hour on the water, from April to October
What is on board and what are the rules?
You get a guide, life jackets and bottled water, and you wear flat shoes or beach sandals.
- Safety - professional life jackets are provided
- Water - bottled water included; you may bring cold snacks
- Bring - sunscreen, sunglasses, a camera and comfortable light clothes
- No smoking on board
- Medical - ask your doctor first if you have heart trouble or physical limits, and tell the supplier on the day
The include list also shows hotel pickup and drop-off, but I could not confirm it for a speedboat that boards at a fixed dock, so ask before you plan around it. The age and health limits are the ones to read twice:
| Group | Rule |
|---|---|
| Children | Under 5 not allowed |
| Pregnancy | Not permitted for safety |
| Mobility | People with mobility impairments not allowed |
| Heart | People with heart problems not allowed |
| Age | Over 60 not allowed |
How does it compare with the other Dubai boats?
The speedboat costs $16 more than the cheapest yacht from the same dock, and it is the shortest of the Xclusive trips.
| Tour | Price from | Duration | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xclusive speedboat tour | $41 | 1.5 hours | 4.8 (11,729) |
| Xclusive breakfast or BBQ yacht | $25 | 1 to 3 hours | 4.7 (22,295) |
| Xclusive sunset or dinner cruise | $58 | 1.5 hours | 4.7 (6,096) |
| Xclusive superyacht with DJ | $126 | 3 hours | 4.8 (4,076) |
If you are travelling with older relatives, read the Dubai yacht charter guide for calmer boats, and check each listing's age limits.
Is the Dubai Marina speed boat ride worth it against a yacht?
The Xclusive speedboat tour is worth it for fit adults who want movement and fast coastline views in 90 minutes, and a poor pick for anyone who wants food, a bar or calm.
At $27 an hour it sits right on the city's median of $27.5. You pay for speed, not for catering, and there is none beyond water.
My rule: pick a yacht for groups and food, the speedboat for couples, friends and photographers who want the Palm coast up close in a short slot.
When is the best time to go?
November to March is the best window, with average highs of 24 to 31 degrees and the least heat on an open boat.
| Month | Avg high 2015-2024 | Avg high 2025 | Rain days | On deck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24°C | 24°C | 2.6 | Comfortable on deck all day |
| Feb | 25°C | 25°C | 2.1 | Comfortable on deck all day |
| Mar | 29°C | 29°C | 1.9 | Fine on deck; hat and water at midday |
| Apr | 33°C | 35°C | 0.9 | Deck before 11:00 or after 16:00; lounge at midday |
| May | 37°C | 38°C | 0.1 | Deck before 11:00 or after 16:00; lounge at midday |
| Jun | 40°C | 39°C | 0 | Deck before 11:00 or after 16:00; lounge at midday |
| Jul | 42°C | 42°C | 0.3 | Deck before 11:00 or after 16:00; lounge at midday |
| Aug | 42°C | 42°C | 0.1 | Deck before 11:00 or after 16:00; lounge at midday |
| Sep | 39°C | 39°C | 0.3 | Deck before 11:00 or after 16:00; lounge at midday |
| Oct | 36°C | 35°C | 0.3 | Deck before 11:00 or after 16:00; lounge at midday |
| Nov | 31°C | 30°C | 1.2 | Fine on deck; hat and water at midday |
| Dec | 26°C | 26°C | 1.2 | Comfortable on deck all day |
An open speedboat has less shade than a yacht lounge, so in July and August (41.5 degrees on average) I would book the first sailing and bring sunscreen and sunglasses as the listing advises. Rain is rare, at 0 to 2.6 days a month.
| Month | Sunset |
|---|---|
| Jan | 5:51 PM |
| Feb | 6:13 PM |
| Mar | 6:28 PM |
| Apr | 6:41 PM |
| May | 6:56 PM |
| Jun | 7:10 PM |
| Jul | 7:11 PM |
| Aug | 6:53 PM |
| Sep | 6:23 PM |
| Oct | 5:52 PM |
| Nov | 5:31 PM |
| Dec | 5:32 PM |
Sea state matters more for a speedboat than for a yacht. On 17 October the waves were about 0.56 m at 33.1 degrees water temperature (Open-Meteo Marine), and you can check the forecast on the UAE National Center of Meteorology.
19.59 million international overnight visitors came to Dubai in 2025, up 5% on 2024.
With numbers like that, popular afternoon slots in winter fill early.
What do passengers say?
The ten reviews shown are five-star only, so they describe what works, not how often it misses.
- Views - Palm, Marina and Burj Al Arab seen from sea level
- Crew - helpful, with photos taken for guests
- Commentary - facts and music during the ride, but English only
- Pace - some wanted more high-speed time, per GetYourGuide's summary
- Value - rated 4.7 against 4.8 for guide and transportation
Who should skip the Xclusive speedboat tour in Dubai?
Skip it if you are over 60, pregnant, have a heart condition, or are travelling with a child under 5.
- Families with toddlers - choose the Xclusive shared yacht
- Non-English speakers - commentary is in English only
- Evening plans - read the Dubai sunset cruise guide
- Food lovers - the Dubai dinner cruises serve meals
The Dubai boat tours hub lists every other option.
How do you book the Xclusive speedboat tour in Dubai?
$41 per person for a 90-minute guided speedboat tour from Dubai Marina, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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- Check the Xclusive speedboat tour age and health limits in the table above.
- Pick a slot from the calendar, ideally early or late in summer.
- Go to DMCC station exit 3 or Marina Mansion and follow the ramp.
- Wear flat shoes and bring sunscreen.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Xclusive speedboat tour?
It lasts 90 minutes from boarding to return. The listing does not print departure times, so check the calendar.
How much does a speedboat tour in Dubai cost?
This Xclusive tour costs $41 per person, about AED 151. Yacht trips from the same dock start at $25.
What does the speedboat tour see?
It passes Ain Dubai, Jumeirah Beach, the Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis and the Burj Al Arab, then returns to Dubai Marina.
Who cannot join the speedboat ride?
Children under 5, pregnant women, people with mobility impairments or heart problems and people over 60 are excluded.
Where does it leave from?
The boarding point is Xclusive's dock office at the Al Majara Tower end of Dubai Marina, down a ramp next to the bridge.
How do I reach it by metro?
Take the metro to DMCC station, leave by exit 3 and follow the map link in your voucher.
Is food included?
Only bottled water is included. You may bring cold snacks.
Is the commentary in languages other than English?
No. The listing offers English only, and a reviewer wished for audio guides in other languages.
What should I wear?
Flat shoes or beach sandals, light clothes, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Is it a fast ride?
It has fast sections, but photo stops and commentary take part of the 90 minutes. Some reviewers wanted more high-speed time.
Is hotel pickup included?
The include list mentions it, but it may be a scraped exclusion, so confirm with Xclusive before relying on it.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing 90741; Xclusive Yachts; Dubai DET annual visitor report 2025; Roads and Transport Authority; National Center of Meteorology; Open-Meteo archive and marine APIs; open.er-api.com; OSRM walking route.
