Top 8 2-Hour Experiences in the Middle East

1.Can-am Maverick X3 RR Turbo | 192HP | 2 Seats | 2 Hours |

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,057 reviews Our pick

Take the wheel of a powerful two-seat desert buggy near Dubai’s famous Big Red dune. You’ll receive a safety briefing, helmet, goggles, gloves, refreshments, and support from an experienced Western guide before following the group over red sand, mountain views, and old Bedouin trails. Drivers must be 16 or older.

“This excursion was thoroughly adrenaline pumping and one hell of a ride 5stars on any excursion around the World in my book”

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2.2-Hour or Full-Day Slope Session at Ski Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,202 reviews · from $68

Escape Dubai’s heat for a ski session inside Mall of the Emirates. Ski Dubai provides a jacket, trousers, boots, skis or snowboard, poles, and a locker. You’ll find five runs, including an indoor black run, plus chairlift and tow lift access. Bring your own gloves and ID, and choose a full-day pass if you want to leave and return.

“Ski Dubai is great my son he’s 13 had a great time he is a very experienced skier but they seem to put everyone all together so not experienced can be in the same area and unfortunately a couple of hours in a non experienced man came down the slope fell and hit my son I. The face with his ski poles causing him to have lots of cuts and bruises. I just think they should not mix in that way. But overall ski Dubai is a very fun experience.”

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3.Private Dubai 2 Hours Luxury Yacht Charter with BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews

You’ll spend two hours aboard a private yacht with a captain and two crew members, cruising from Dubai Marina toward Bluewaters Island, Ain Wheel, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab. Non-alcoholic drinks are included. Bring snacks, or choose the option with a BBQ cooked on board.

“Fabulous early evening, cruise around the Palm Jumarria ! The staff and the captain were very hospitable, and the two hour cruise was breathtaking”

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4.2-Hour Evening Dhow Cruise and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 428 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $80

Cruise Dubai Creek, Canal, or Marina aboard a traditional dhow, with shared hotel pickup, an international buffet, Arabic sweets, and city lights after dark. The 2 to 3-hour outing is relaxed and scenic, but seating is assigned, entertainment may vary, and the boat does not provide a sightseeing commentary.

“Would highly recommend this tour for a lovely evening out. Food was lovely, great selection for all pallets. Staff were so polite and attentive and the atmosphere lovely. Well worth the money. Included hotel transfers also which were excellent too.”

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5.Dubai Marina 2 Hour Sunset Yacht Tour with Alcoholic Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 409 reviews · from $34Best value

Cruise from Dubai Harbour through Dubai Marina for two hours, passing Ain Dubai and Jumeirah Beach Residence as daylight fades. A captain, crew, restroom, Wi-Fi, snacks on the 5pm trip, water, soda, and paid beer and wine are included or available. Route changes can occur in poor sea conditions.

“Great crew, great ride around Dubai harbor. Yacht was very comfortable and the food and refreshments fit the atmosphere.”

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6.Dubai Marina: 2-Hour Mini Yacht Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 166 reviews · 2 - 4 hours

Take a private yacht from Dubai Marina with an English-speaking captain and crew. Cruise past JBR, the Skydive area, Atlantis, Kempinski, and Burj Al Arab, with time for photos and, on suitable trips, a swim near JBR. Water, soft drinks, towels, and safety gear are included. Bring your own food.

“Such a beautiful experience. The staff were lovely and explained the buildings as we went past and took lots of pictures for us. Brilliant!”

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7.2-Hour Private Yacht Cruise around Burj Al-Arab

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 45 reviews · 2 hours

Meet your English-speaking skipper near Pier 7 at Dubai Marina Mall, then cruise for two hours aboard a private 48-foot yacht. You’ll pass Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, and Burj Al-Arab, with a sun deck, indoor saloon, washrooms, fridge, barbecue grill, music system, soft drinks, water, and ice.

“excellent service on time very polite guide enjoyed a lot and highly recommend. will use agin.”

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8.Burj Al Arab: 2-Hour Yacht Tour with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 44 reviews · from $45

Join 360 Adventures Tourism LLC for a two-hour evening yacht cruise from Dubai Harbour Yacht Club. Captain and crew handle the sailing while you enjoy a live BBQ with tikka, kebabs, vegetables, noodles, fruit, soft drinks, and unlimited water. Sadique and Arnab are among the managers praised for friendly service, with music, an air-conditioned lower deck, and open-air seating.

“I had a wonderful 2-Hour Yacht Tour with BBQ Dinner at Dubai. The first hour was especially beautiful, with stunning views of the city lights at night. The sail was very enjoyable, and we had a great view of Dubai at night. Dinner was okay, but the highlight was the nice service. The staff were very polite, attentive, and always made sure we had everything we needed, including the yacht manager, Sadique.”

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