Essentials
from AED 6 500
4 hours · up to 10 guests
- Yacht equipped with captain and crew
- Fuel and coverage included in rate
- A set menu served at sea — from AED 250 per guest
Celebrations · Dubai
Reserve your new year yacht rental in Dubai to watch the midnight skyline light up from the water. Pearl & Gale offers 77 of our 88 vessels, measuring 40-164 ft, departing directly from Dubai Harbour and Dubai Marina. Holiday rates start from AED 1,700 to AED 47,250 per hour with zero hidden charges.

The crew takes care of the details so you can enjoy the trip.
from AED 6 500
4 hours · up to 10 guests
from AED 11 000
5 hours · up to 20 guests
from AED 24 000
6 hours · up to 45 guests
Watching the midnight sky transform from the sea provides an entirely clear perspective away from congested shorelines. On December 31st, securing a Dubai yacht for rental positions your group perfectly between key vantage points along the coastline. Guests aboard a private yacht in Dubai can observe the midnight show at Atlantis The Palm, admire the displays around the Burj Al Arab, and watch the visual spectacles near Bluewaters Island and JBR simultaneously. Sailing out into open water eliminates obstacles, allowing everyone on deck to experience the midnight pyrotechnics from comfortable exterior lounges.
Every gathering booked through our team is entirely private, reserved exclusively for your personal party rather than operating as a public ticketed event. Navigating the coastal waters on an independent motor vessel gives your party the freedom to relax without sharing space. To secure a booking, guests send their date, hours, and guest count via WhatsApp. A manager confirms the plan and sends a payment link for the 30 % deposit; once paid, the date is locked. The remaining balance is paid before boarding, with VAT already included in every rate. No passport or identity document is asked for at boarding, keeping your group's departure smooth.
Celebrating the arrival of the new year on the water offers complete privacy for your family or group of friends. Booking a private craft gives you sole access to every deck, salon, and lounge area on board. Whether hosting an intimate gathering or a larger end-of-year event, setting your own schedule ensures a relaxed environment. Checking the overall yacht rental Dubai price during the planning process helps you select the perfect vessel size for your group's midnight countdown off the coast.
Planning a holiday party on board a private vessel in Dubai allows you to customize every detail of the evening. Our team offers several optional add-ons to enhance your voyage. You can request pre-arrival vessel styling starting from AED 350, deck floral arrangements from AED 400, or a custom celebration cake brought on board from AED 250. Photographers can be hired starting from AED 500 per hour to capture the celebration. For safety, guests of all ages, including children and infants, are welcome on board every charter, provided life jackets are worn when required by marine safety standards.
Selecting the right vessel size ensures everyone on board enjoys comfortable lounge spaces and broad open decks. Our available fleet ranges from sleek 40 ft motor cruisers up to grand 164 ft vessels, accommodating groups from small family gatherings up to a maximum capacity of 75 guests. 77 suitable boats out of our total 88 vessels are prepared for holiday charters, offering ample room across interior salons, flybridges, and sun decks.
Hosting a private event on board a motor vessel in Dubai allows guests to move freely between indoor air-conditioned spaces and outdoor viewing areas. Larger vessels feature multi-level layouts, generous seating, and expansive bow lounges ideal for watching the midnight skyline. To keep your gathering stress-free, guests are free to wear comfortable holiday attire, smart-casual outfits, or formal evening dress on deck, with deck shoes or soft-soled footwear recommended for moving around the vessel safely during the voyage.
Counting down to midnight on the water becomes a highlight of the year when paired with modern audio setups on deck. Every motor vessel in our fleet comes equipped with high-quality sound systems, allowing your group to stream favorite playlists via Bluetooth as midnight approaches. As the final seconds tick away, your party can gather on the open deck to celebrate while the city sky lights up across the coast.
Adding custom entertainment enhances the festive atmosphere on board your private motor vessel off the Dubai shoreline. Upon request, our team can arrange professional live music or an on-board DJ to keep the party energized throughout the evening. Guests interested in aquatic thrills earlier in the trip can also request high-speed water sports, such as a luxury jetski rental in Dubai, Seabobs, or flyboards, directly through our manager in the WhatsApp chat. Should severe weather force a cancellation on December 31st, guests can choose between rescheduling their trip or receiving a full refund.
Every motor vessel in our fleet comes equipped with essential amenities to ensure your holiday voyage is smooth and comfortable. Guests on board a private yacht in Dubai enjoy climate-controlled interior salons, spacious outdoor sunbeds, clean washrooms, and high-performance Bluetooth sound systems. Complimentary bottled water and ice are provided on every charter to keep your drinks cold throughout the night.
Enhancing your voyage with additional amenities is simple when arranging your booking with our team. Additional options such as vessel decoration from AED 350, custom celebration cakes from AED 250, or professional drone filming can be requested in advance. Standard marine safety gear, including life jackets for adults and children, is maintained on every vessel, allowing guests of all ages to enjoy a safe celebration on the water.
Organizing dining for an evening cruise is completely flexible on board our private charters. Guests are welcome to bring their own food, snacks, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages on board free of charge. If you prefer a turnkey dining experience, our team can arrange gourmet multi-course menus or live BBQ preparation directly on the vessel, letting you focus entirely on your party.
Selecting custom dining options adds a high level of comfort to your holiday cruise on a private yacht in Dubai. Full dinner service prepared on board can be arranged starting from AED 250 per guest. If you choose to go fishing during an earlier charter, our crew can prepare and cook your fresh catch on board for AED 150, with fishing rods, tackle, and bait prepared in advance for AED 150. All catering arrangements are agreed upon in advance via WhatsApp, ensuring every detail is set before you step on deck.
Punctual departure ensures your group takes full advantage of your scheduled holiday charter hours. Our private motor vessels depart directly from prime locations at Dubai Harbour and Dubai Marina. During peak evening hours on December 31st, arriving early at the marina pontoon ensures a smooth transition onto the vessel before setting out toward the coastal waters.
Starting your holiday voyage on board a motor vessel in Dubai requires zero paperwork at the dock, as no passport or identity document is asked for at boarding. Our crew meets your party at the designated pontoon to assist with embarking. Message inquiries sent to our team receive an answer within a quarter of an hour, from 9 in the morning to 11 at night Gulf time. This rapid communication allows you to finalize departure times, custom routes, and optional services smoothly before arriving at the marina.
Understanding the costs involved in reserving a vessel for December 31st allows you to plan your holiday celebration with complete clarity. Rates for our holiday charters range from AED 1,700 to AED 47,250 per hour depending on the size and specification of the vessel. Every figure quoted on our page represents the final New Year's Eve price, with 5% UAE VAT already included in the rate.
Reserving a motor vessel in Dubai with Pearl & Gale involves no hidden fees or surprise surcharges. The charter cost covers the private motor vessel, an experienced captain, professional deck crew, fuel, bottled water, and ice for your group. Once you select your vessel and agree on the schedule via WhatsApp, paying the 30 % deposit via our secure online card link confirms the booking. The remaining balance is settled before departure, locking in your private holiday voyage.
Navigating the coastal waters on December 31st provides stunning views of the city's most famous modern landmarks illuminated against the night sky. Leaving the marina, your private motor vessel cruises smoothly through the canal, passing beneath the impressive heights of Ain Dubai at Bluewaters Island. Moving toward the shoreline of JBR, guests can enjoy panoramic skyline views while gathering on the main deck for a private Dubai boat party.
Continuing along the coast of Dubai, the itinerary leads past the outer crescents of Palm Jumeirah toward the iconic Burj Al Arab. Cruising on a private yacht in Dubai allows the captain to position the vessel in prime viewing areas well before midnight. From these open-water locations, your group gets an unobstructed front-row view of the midnight visual displays across the coast. Private car transfers to the marina can also be arranged by our team upon request.
Yacht · Dubai Harbour
| Feet | 82 ft |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 40 |
| Base duration | 2 |
AED 5 505 Hourly price (incl. VAT)
Boat · Dubai Marina
| Feet | 36 ft |
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| Capacity | 10 |
| Base duration | 2 |
AED 1 625 Hourly price (incl. VAT)
Catamaran · Dubai Harbour
| Feet | 60 ft |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 45 |
| Base duration | 2 |
AED 4 000 Hourly price (incl. VAT)
Catamaran · Dubai Harbour
| Feet | 55 ft |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 40 |
| Base duration | 3 |
AED 5 000 Hourly price (incl. VAT)
Yacht · Dubai Harbour
| Feet | 76 ft |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 45 |
| Base duration | 3 |
AED 6 000 Hourly price (incl. VAT)
Along the cruise
Holiday rates for our private motor vessels range from AED 1,700 to AED 47,250 per hour depending on vessel size, which spans from 40 to 164 ft. Every quoted rate is the final New Year's Eve price with VAT included. Reservations are confirmed once the 30 % deposit is paid.
Positioning at sea provides clear water-level views of major midnight shows across the city. Guests can watch the simultaneous displays around Atlantis The Palm, the Burj Al Arab, and Bluewaters Island near JBR, avoiding the crowded shorefronts.
77 of our 88 vessels are suitable for holiday charters, but demand is exceptionally high. A date is only reserved once a 30 % deposit is paid via secure payment link. It is best to book as early as possible before open slots fill up.
The hourly rate includes the private motor vessel, captain, deck crew, fuel, bottled water, ice, and sound systems. Optional extras like pre-arrival styling from AED 350 or a celebration cake from AED 250 can be added upon request.
Yes, guests are allowed to bring their own food, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages on board free of charge. Alternatively, turnkey catering services such as dinner from AED 250 per guest can be arranged through our manager.
Vessels depart directly from Dubai Harbour or Dubai Marina. Specific boarding times are agreed upon during booking via WhatsApp. Guests are advised to arrive early at the pontoon due to peak evening traffic around the marina gates.
No passport or identity document is asked for at boarding. Guests simply arrive at the designated marina pontoon at the scheduled time to meet the crew and step directly on board their reserved private vessel.
Guests can wear comfortable holiday attire, smart-casual outfits, or formal evening dresses. We recommend soft-soled shoes or flat deck footwear for safe movement across the open decks and exterior lounges during the voyage.
If poor weather prevents safe navigation on December 31st, our policy ensures guests can choose between rescheduling the charter to a new date or receiving a full refund of their payment.
Yes, children and infants are welcome on board all our private charters. Standard marine safety equipment, including life jackets for all ages, is provided on every vessel to ensure a safe environment for families.