Sunseeker Superyacht: VIP Dinner, Premium Drinks& Live Music

Dubai has no shortage of polished yacht outings, but this one pairs an omakase sushi dinner with a 40-meter Sunseeker superyacht and a live DJ with saxophone. I like the limited 30-person capacity, which gives the boat a private-club feel, and the free-flowing bubbly, premium drinks, and cocktails are included rather than added one glass at a time.

The main consideration is the split between day and night sailings. Day tours include swimming, towels, slippers, Zen-Med canapés, and cocktails, while the night party is for people aged 21 and over and offers live sushi without the Zen-Med menu or cocktails. Smart casual dress is required, and everyone goes barefoot on board.

Key points to know before booking

• A 40-meter tri-deck Sunseeker: Encore gives you several spaces for dining, music, skyline watching, and photographs.
• Only 30 people per voyage: The small capacity helps the experience feel more personal than a large dinner cruise.
• Omakase sushi and premium drinks: Your set dinner includes Japanese dishes, bubbly, gourmet bites, and top-shelf beverages.
• Music with a Dubai party feel: A live DJ and saxophonist provide lounge beats during the cruise.
• Day and night versions differ: The day sailing includes a swim stop, while the night party focuses on live sushi and music.
• Dubai Harbour departure: Meet at Berth G01 beside Bar Du Port, then return to the same point after three hours.

A superyacht dinner with a clear sense of occasion

Encore is not a simple sightseeing boat with dinner served as an afterthought. The yacht is the setting, the dining room, the entertainment venue, and the photo backdrop all at once. You board at Dubai Harbour, step out of your shoes, and settle into a polished three-hour cruise designed around food, drinks, music, and views.

The Sunseeker is a tri-deck yacht, so you are not confined to one table or one enclosed cabin. The upper areas are useful for taking in the skyline, while the dining spaces provide a more settled place for the sushi menu. The yacht is limited to 30 people, a useful detail at this price because it should feel less like a packed buffet cruise and more like a private event.

I particularly like the combination of sushi and scenery. Dubai’s skyline can feel a bit too familiar when seen from another observation deck, but viewing it from the water changes the scale. Buildings, beaches, and landmarks open up as the boat moves along the coast. The setting is especially appealing around sunset, when the city shifts from bright glass and pale sand to a field of illuminated towers.

The experience is supplied by Xclusive Yachts, and the service is a major part of the evening. The crew is described as professional and attentive, with service that checks on you without hovering. That matters on a yacht dinner, where slow or scattered service can quickly spoil the mood.

From Dubai Harbour to the city’s best-known sights

Your meeting point is Berth G01 next to Bar Du Port at Dubai Harbour. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so plan your own way to the marina. The activity ends back at the same berth, which keeps the transport side simple once you arrive.

The route is built around Dubai’s coastal landmarks rather than a long list of formal stops. You’ll cruise past the Ain Dubai Wheel, one of the clearest markers of the modern waterfront, and the Burj Al Arab, whose sail-shaped profile remains one of the city’s most recognizable sights.

You should think of these as moving viewpoints rather than stop-and-explore visits. The value comes from seeing the landmarks from different angles while dinner and music continue around you. Bring sunglasses, a hat, and a camera for the daylight departure. At night, the city lights become the main visual attraction, with the yacht providing a quieter place to watch them than a busy waterfront promenade.

The cruise is three hours long. That is enough time for a full meal and a relaxed drink service, but it is not an all-day boat outing. If you want a long swim, extended snorkeling, or several hours at sea, this is not the right format. If you want a compact luxury evening with a strong setting, the duration makes sense.

Omakase sushi, canapés, and what you actually eat

The food begins with an omakase sushi menu, meaning the meal follows a set chef-selected format rather than a menu where you build every course yourself. The listing identifies Japanese cuisine, a set dinner menu, gourmet bites, and Zen-Med canapés.

That arrangement suits the experience. A superyacht dinner works best when the food arrives as a planned sequence and you can keep your attention on the view and company. You are not spending the evening studying a large menu or waiting for separate orders. The sushi station is also an unusual feature for a yacht cruise and gives the meal a more active feel than a standard plated dinner.

The food received some of the strongest praise in the supplied comments. One person described the sushi as the best they had eaten and found the canapés filling enough that nobody would leave hungry. Another praised the creative presentation and the balance between the food and unlimited drinks.

That said, omakase does not mean unlimited sushi. The dining element is a set menu, and the night party specifically includes live sushi only. The night version does not include the Zen-Med menu or cocktails, so check the exact departure type before you book if the food selection matters to you.

Vegetarian options are available if requested in advance. This is important because the experience centers on Japanese seafood, and last-minute changes may not be possible. If you need a vegetarian meal, make the request during booking rather than relying on a casual conversation after boarding.

Premium drinks and the value of the $273 price

At $273 per person, this is an expensive dinner. You are paying for more than sushi, so the value depends on how much use you make of the complete package.

Included drinks cover free-flowing bubbly, premium beverages, and handcrafted cocktails on the relevant sailing. Gourmet bites and the set dinner are also part of the price. Add the 40-meter yacht, a three-hour cruise, live music, and a 30-person limit, and the cost begins to make more sense for a celebration or a special night in Dubai.

The best value comes if you would otherwise pay separately for a high-end dinner, drinks, and a yacht charter. A casual meal followed by a standard sightseeing cruise would cost less, but it would not offer the same combination of privacy, music, and service. On the other hand, if you do not drink alcohol, the unlimited beverage package contributes less to your value calculation.

The drink package is also not identical for day and night departures. The day experience includes premium beverages and cocktails as described, while the night party does not serve cocktails. The supplied details also state that there is no pass-around service and that cocktails are served during the night party, a point that conflicts with the separate night-party note saying no cocktails are served. Because of that inconsistency, I would confirm the drinks arrangement for your chosen departure before paying.

For an occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, proposal, or stylish final night in Dubai, the price is easier to justify. For a basic meal with a view, it is more than you need.

Live DJ, saxophone, and the party edition

Music shapes the mood here. A live DJ supplies lounge beats, while a saxophonist adds a more polished live layer. The result is intended to feel like a floating evening venue rather than a quiet dinner cruise.

The music can be a real advantage if you want energy with your meal. It gives the cruise a social rhythm and fits the yacht setting, premium drinks, and skyline views. Several comments singled out the DJ and saxophone as part of what made the evening memorable.

It may be less suitable if you want a silent, formal tasting menu. The music is not background decoration only. It is part of the product, particularly on the night sailing. You should expect a lively atmosphere rather than a hushed restaurant.

A special Sunseeker Party Edition runs through July 31. It adds a stronger party focus, with premium drinks, live DJ sets, saxophone performances, and fresh sushi. Check the date carefully if you want this version, since the summer promotion is time-specific.

The night party is restricted to people aged 21 and over. No children under 21 are allowed on that departure. Day tours follow a different format and include the swimming option.

The day sailing and its swimming stop

The day tour includes a swim in the swimming pool, described as a stop in crystal-clear water. Towels and slippers are provided, which makes the swimming break easier to manage when you are not bringing a large beach bag.

This is one of the day tour’s strongest advantages. A meal on a yacht can become visually repetitive after a while, but a swim stop breaks up the three-hour schedule. You can move between the food, deck views, and water rather than staying at the table from start to finish.

Bring comfortable clothes, sunglasses, and a hat. You should also follow the footwear rule: shoes are not allowed on board. The supplied information does not specify changing-room arrangements, so wear something practical and plan your clothing with a swim stop in mind.

The swim is not included on the night party. If the idea of getting in the water is central to your plans, book the day version rather than the evening party. If you prefer sunset views, live music, and a dressed-up atmosphere, the night option will suit you better.

Dress, access, and practical details

The dress code is smart casual. That means you should aim for neat, comfortable clothing rather than beachwear or formal evening clothes. Since footwear is not allowed on board, you will remove your shoes before settling in. Slippers are supplied.

Bring a passport, with a copy accepted according to the supplied details. Hotel transport is not included, so allow time to reach Dubai Harbour and find Berth G01. The operating language is English.

The yacht is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments. A yacht boarding area, narrow passages, stairs, and the barefoot rule can all make movement difficult, so check this point carefully before booking.

Pets and baby strollers are not allowed. Weather can also affect the departure. If conditions are poor, the experience may be rescheduled. Cancellation is allowed up to two days in advance for a full refund, giving you some room to adjust plans before the cutoff.

The small capacity is a plus for atmosphere, but it can also mean limited availability. With a maximum of 30 people, popular dates may fill sooner than a large cruise with hundreds of seats.

Who will enjoy Encore most

I would recommend this experience to you if you want a polished Dubai night built around scenery, food, and service rather than a basic harbor cruise. It suits couples, small groups, celebrations, and anyone who wants to try a superyacht without arranging a private charter.

It is also a good fit for people who enjoy Japanese food, premium drinks, and live music in equal measure. The yacht’s size and limited capacity create a more exclusive mood, while the DJ and saxophonist stop the evening from feeling stiff.

You may want to choose another activity if you dislike music during dinner, do not drink, need step-free access, or want extensive time in the water. Families should look at the day option and check the age rules carefully, since the night party is not open to anyone under 21.

The strongest praise centers on three things: the cleanliness of the boat, the service from the crew, and the combination of food and drinks. One particularly useful detail is that the service feels attentive without becoming intrusive. That is exactly what you want during a premium dinner, especially when you are trying to enjoy a conversation and take photographs.

Should you book this superyacht dinner?

Book it if you want a special-occasion experience and the $273 price fits your budget. The strongest reasons are the 40-meter Sunseeker, 30-person limit, omakase sushi, skyline views, and high level of included drinks. You get a full evening concept rather than a meal with a short boat ride attached.

Choose the day cruise for swimming, canapés, and a more relaxed schedule. Choose the night party for live sushi, music, sunset or illuminated skyline views, and a stronger party mood. Before booking, confirm the exact drink and food inclusions for your date, since the day and night versions differ.

For a standard dinner, this is too costly. For a memorable Dubai celebration with service, scenery, music, and a yacht all in one package, it is a strong choice.

FAQ

Where does the Sunseeker superyacht cruise depart?

It departs from Berth G01 next to Bar Du Port at Dubai Harbour.

Where does the experience end?

The cruise ends back at the meeting point at Dubai Harbour.

How long is the yacht experience?

The tour lasts three hours.

What food is included?

You receive an omakase sushi menu, Japanese cuisine, gourmet bites, and a set dinner menu. Zen-Med canapés are included on the applicable day sailing.

Are drinks included?

Free-flowing bubbly, premium beverages, and cocktails are included as part of the experience, but the night-party drink inclusions differ. The supplied details say that cocktails and the Zen-Med menu are not served during the night party, so confirm the exact arrangement for your departure.

Is swimming included?

Swimming is included on the day tour only. Towels and slippers are provided.

Is there live entertainment?

Yes. The experience includes a live DJ with lounge beats and a saxophonist. The night party also features live sushi.

Are vegetarian options available?

Yes. Vegetarian options are available upon request.

Are children allowed on the night party?

No. People under 21 are not allowed on the night party.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear smart casual clothing and bring sunglasses, a hat, a camera, comfortable clothes, and a passport. Shoes are not allowed on board, and slippers are provided.