15 UAE Kayaking Tours to Book Early

1.Desert Safari or Hatta Tour with Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 213 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $29Our pick

Choose a desert safari with dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding, BBQ dinner, and live shows, or a Hatta day with kayaking, mountain views, heritage stops, and photo breaks. English-speaking guides such as Rehan, Yasir, Ali, and Umair have led recent trips. Pickup is included from Dubai, Sharjah, or Ajman.

“Great trip and lots of things to see and the dam is stunning , Ali the tour guide was amazing and so helpful and catered to all our needs .”

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2.Guided Kayak Tour around Louvre

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 198 reviews · 1 hour · from $34

Paddle around Louvre Abu Dhabi’s remarkable dome and outdoor structures on a one-hour guided kayak tour. Guides such as Shakil, Waseem, and Ramshat explain the building as you move through its waterside setting. Choose an early morning or sunset time for cooler air, softer light, and a quieter view of the museum.

“Throughly enjoyed this activity - I would wear swimwear and have a spare change of clothes as you do get wet”

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3.Reem Central Park 2-hour Guided Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 181 reviews · 2 hours · from $42

Paddle Reem Central Park’s calm waterways with a guide in English, French, Arabic, Urdu, Malayalam, or Hindi. You’ll receive safety advice, kayaking gear, a life jacket, dry bag, fruit, and access to water refills. Guides such as Joshua and Arnand are known for helpful instruction and photos, while sunset trips can include a swim.

“Great adventure. Family friendly activity and an excellent guide. The reem park itself is also worth a visit.”

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4.Clear Kayaking Experience with Burj Khalifa View

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 137 reviews · 1 hour · from $41

You’ll paddle a transparent kayak through the lagoon between Jumeirah Bay Island and Dubai’s skyline. English-speaking guides such as Prasad, Chamara, and Pradeep explain safety, help first-timers, and often take photos. Expect one hour on site, beach access, changing rooms, and a Bluetooth speaker, with the Burj Khalifa visible in the distance.

“I had a really great experience with this company. My guide Rasad was brilliant. Would definitely recommend!”

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5.Atlantis Dolphin Kayak Trip & Aquaventure Waterpark

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 92 reviews · from $135

Meet a marine mammal specialist at Dolphin Bay Lagoon, learn about the resident dolphins, and kayak beside them in a calm setting. Your ticket also covers Aquaventure Waterpark that day, with locker, changing room, shower, and juice included. Bring swimwear and photo ID.

“the instructor was very helpful, he gave us a full inside into the dolphins habits etc. it's well worth the money”

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6.Palm Jumeirah Paddle Boarding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 89 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $30

Spend 1.5 hours on a guided stand-up paddleboard tour from Palm Jumeirah. Your English, Tagalog, or Sinhalese-speaking instructor teaches the basics, leads you toward Atlantis and the West Crescent, and takes photos along the way. The calm water suits first-timers, while stronger paddlers may request a harder board.

“This was a fantastic experience and a great way of exploring the Palm. The guide was excellent giving lots of info and a nice guy to talk to. I would definitely recommend this experience to everyone.”

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7.Hatta Sightseeing Tour with kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 53 reviews · 9 hours · from $61

Leave Dubai for Hatta with a live Arabic or English-speaking guide such as Wael, Saleem Raja, or Khalid. You will kayak on Hatta Dam, visit the old village and Hill Park, eat a local lunch, and walk to Al Khattem Dam. Private and small-group options are available.

“Thanks for guide Wael ! Everything was amazing. Great trip! I loved everything — he drove safely and the atmosphere was super nice. I really enjoyed the tour!”

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8.1-hour Kayaking or Stand Up Paddle at Dukes The Palm

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 47 reviews · 1 hour · from $35

You spend one hour on Dubai’s water near Dukes The Palm, choosing a single kayak, double kayak, or stand-up paddleboard. An English-speaking host helps you get started, then you paddle at your own pace toward beachside picnic areas and harbor views. Life jackets, valet service, and showers are included, but you need to bring a towel and change of clothes.

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9.Night Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 46 reviews · 1 hour

You’ll paddle a transparent, illuminated kayak off Jumeirah Fishing Harbor for about an hour, with views toward Burj Khalifa and Jumeirah Bay. English-speaking guides, including Faruq, Jamer, and Paru, provide the safety briefing, gear, and photos. Choose a one or two-person kayak, arrive early, and bring dry clothes.

“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! 🌊🚣‍♂️✨”

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10.Discover Hatta Hidden Gem Private Tour with Kayaking & Honey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews Top rated

Travel from Dubai in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide such as Sufyan. Visit Masfut Museum, Al Boma Fort, Leem Lake, Hatta Hill Park, Hatta Dam, and a honey garden, with kayaking and honey tasting included in the program.

“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.”

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11.Palm Jumeirah Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 18 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $54

You paddle from Sofitel Dubai The Palm along Palm Jumeirah’s east crescent with a live guide in English, Singhalese, or Tagalog. Expect views of Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Marina, and the island’s beaches. The advertised 2.5 hours includes preparation and a beach stop, but actual paddling may be closer to one hour.

“Enjoyable paddling around the palm and the 4pm slot allows you to see the sunset. It was a shame we could only go a short distance as we were restricted in where we could go”

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12.Stand-Up Paddle Boarding with Burj Khalifa View

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18 reviews · 1 hour · from $37

You’ll paddle for one hour near Jumeirah Fishing Harbor with the Burj Khalifa and Dubai skyline in view. Crystal Clear Watersports provides a safety briefing, launch guidance, life vest, and instructor support. The small group is limited to two people, making this a calm, photo-friendly water activity for confident participants aged 12 and up.

“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”

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13.Sunset/Night Dubai Creek Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 15 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $53

Meet your English-speaking guide at Dubai Creek Marina, receive safety gear, and paddle toward Old Dubai as the sun drops behind Dubai’s towers. This 1.5-hour outing gives you kayak-level views of Burj Khalifa, Dubai Frame, and Sheikh Zayed Road. Bring a reusable water bottle and confirm the launch time, since conditions and operating arrangements can change.

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14.Dolphin Paddle and Waterpark Day Pass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 30 min · from $189

Spend 20 minutes paddling around Dolphin Bay with resident dolphins after a Marine Mammal Specialist explains safety and interaction. Your $189 booking also includes same-day Aquaventure Waterpark and private beach access, towels, lockers, showers, and juice. The small group is limited to six people.

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15.Mangrove Kayaking Abu Dhabi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $102

This 90-minute small-group tour takes you by air-conditioned vehicle to Abu Dhabi’s mangroves for a gentle kayak trip through calm canals. You’ll receive safety instruction, use the included kayak and water, and hear about the ecosystem. Guide Dennis has been praised for clear, engaging explanations. The route may run from Reem Island Central Park when Eastern Mangroves is closed.

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