United Arab Emirates · CANOES & KAYAKS
Good kayak & canoe trips fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Pick desert thrills or Hatta kayaking in a small group with hotel pickup, an English guide, and optional BBQ camp shows in 6 to 7 hours.
“Both the Hatta and Dessert safari were both amazing, our tour guide Rehan was very friendly and informative, the dessert tour show was very good aswell as the food”
Kayak around Louvre Abu Dhabi with a live guide. 1 hour, life jackets and waterproof bags, and close-up architecture views.
“Really relaxing and unique experience! I did the 7:30 am tour so the whole area was really quiet but cool to get up close into the Lourve and also to enjoy the sunrise! Would recommend!”
Paddle Abu Dhabi’s Reem Central Park waterways on a guided kayak tour, with mangroves, birds, and skyline views for $42.
“All in all a perfect tour. We had an amazing guide and were lucky that nobody else booked the tour at our time slot, so he took a lot of time for showing us everything and even more we had great talks. I can just recommend it to other people if you visiting Abu Dhabi. This is a must have.”
1-hour clear kayak on Dubai lagoon with Burj Khalifa views. Transparent hull shows fish below, guided start, Bluetooth speakers, $41.
“Had so much fun. Chamara and Pradeep were the best hosts. Super friendly and helpful and I would most definitely recommend.”
Kayak with dolphins at Atlantis Dolphin Bay, then enjoy same-day entry to Aquaventure Waterpark with 105 slides in Dubai.
“the instructor was very helpful, he gave us a full inside into the dolphins habits etc. it's well worth the money”
SUP the calm waters of Palm Jumeirah, learn from an instructor, photo-stop at Atlantis, and enjoy a quick sea dip in 1.5 hours.
“Me and my friend had a great experience paddle boarding with Pasida(guide). He gave us instructions very well and took many good pictures of us. This was the most fun activity. Glad we did this. I would recommend to do this fun filled activity. Price is very decent as well.”
From Dubai to Hatta Dam for kayaking, Heritage Village culture, and mountain views, ending with a walk to the Hatta sign.
“what an incredible day spent with Wael. I highly recommend this tour. Full of knowledge, laughs and good times. I can't thank you enough for such a beautiful last day spent with you and others in Hatta. we shared an incredible authentic lunch, Chicken hundi, saw animals, old town, hatta sign, description as described. laughed played songs and sang till our heart was content. Thank you again. I wish you all the best for your future.”
1-hour kayak or stand up paddle at Dukes The Palm, Dubai. Single or double options, harbor views, life jacket and valet included.
Paddle a glowing transparent kayak at night for Burj Khalifa and Jumeirah Bay views, plus star gazing and guided photo moments in 1 hour.
“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 Erlebnis gemacht. Absolut empfehlenswert – vielen Dank, Faruq, für dieses tolle Abenteuer auf dem Wasser! 🌊🚣♂️✨”
1-hour clear-water kayaking from Dubai’s Fishing Harbor 1, in see-through kayaks with a safety briefing and waterproof speakers.
“Absolutely amazing experience! At first I thought that the area we could kayak in was a bit small, but it was definitely big enough when you’re out there. Pradeep and Chamidu were fantastic, taking loads of photos for us and were so friendly. Would definitely recommend”
Private Hatta day trip from Dubai with guided history, Hatta Dam kayaking, Leem Lake, and a honey bee garden tasting.
“Kayak at Hatta Dam was really nice. The drive between Mountains too. Sufyan was a great guide, he shared info about the places visited but also about général life in UAE.”
Guided kayak around Palm Jumeirah from Sofitel, with Dubai skyline views of Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, and Burj Khalifa. 2.5 hours.
“Sehr teuer, 1 h kajak gefahren bis zum atlantis hotel und zurück preisleistung zu hoch”
Stand-up paddleboarding in Dubai with Burj Khalifa views, small-group coaching, life vests, and photo chances in 1 hour for $37.
“The most amazing experience, they all were really helpful and the guide was the best we could ask for Thank you for the amazing experience”
Kayak Dubai Creek at sunset for close-up skyline views of Burj Khalifa and Dubai Frame, guided in about 1.5 hours from Dubai Marina.
“This was not a good experience. The original booking did not happen. I was told that it was too windy. I am not even sure if that was the actual reason. Maybe there simply were not enough reservation. I was then asked to meet at Rixos the Palm instead. Later I was informed that I have to be there early, because it is not allowed to be on the water after sunset. Finally, there was no single kayak available so I had to go on a double on my own. And there was no guide whatsoever. All over all this was absolutely not the experience I was looking for. I…”
Dolphin Bay paddle in Dubai plus a same-day Aquaventure Waterpark pass, specialist guidance, wetsuit, small group (30 min).
Pick the kind of day first, then the best of it.
