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Alexandra Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina
Alexandra Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina
Alexandra Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina
4.5
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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"Alexandra" Floating Restaurants consists of a fleet of 3 boats operating in Marina since 2008, making it one of the most reputable dinner cruise experiences in Dubai with a proven track record of quality and safety. Our fleet consists of 2 wooden floating restaurants and one fiber glass house boat built on a catamaran base. Every boat operates daily and serves an international buffet onboard with a live BBQ station and a live entertainment program.
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Vegistaeats
Dubai, United Arab Emirates384 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
" Make time for travel, memories last a lifetime".These days travel is a challenge but I realised that even a few moments of cruising can also do good to the soul ..Here I am sharing my experience of Alexandra dhow cruise a floating restaurant that is winning hearts since 2008.
Boarding starts at the Dubai Marina and gives you 1.45 hours of memorable experience. The sailing route covers the entire Marina , Bluewaters , Cayan tower & JBR view.
They have upper & lower decks that are neatly organized keeping tab of all Covid safety measures. The total capacity of the dhow is 100 person .Both the decks have Veg & Non veg buffet services which has a five course meal. All guests have to wear masks & gloves while taking food from the buffet counters . The beverages were served on the tables by the staff who were very welcoming and friendly. The manager came to our table to ensure we were having a good time.
Our Veg menu consisted of:
Welcome drinks - Apple & Orange juice
Starters : Veg Samosa & soup of the day
Salads bar : 5 types of Salad & Hummus
Mains : Yellow dal tadka , Veg fried rice , Mashed potatoes, Penne pasta & Assorted breads .
Desserts : Assorted cakes , fruit salad & English cake.
Beverages : Aerated drinks , mineral water
Alcohol is available on chargeable basis.
Currently due to Covid situation Live music & Tanura dance show was not performed but trust me even without the entertainment the sailing was fun. The music played on board along with the cool breeze transported us to another world.
I highly recommend this Alexander Dhow cruise whether it's for a romantic date or any special occasions. Do try & let me know your experience once you try them ..
Written April 5, 2021
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SONAL CHHIBBER
11 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
Dinner at Floating Restaurant
Sounds amazing and unique, right?
Had a great time last night at an award-winning floating restaurant named @alexandradhow in Dubai.
Having dinner at #dhowcruise restaurant is an awesome experience. It offers you the best views of Dubai Marina, JBR, and Bluewater Island, along with yummilicious international delicacies and unlimited beverages.
Price: Reasonable
Rating : 5 Stars ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐
So, I recommend all my friends and families to try Alexandra dhow cruise and relish a unique dining experience and fantabulous views.🥂🚢🎇🎉
#cruise #dinnertime #dubailife #foodreview #restaurant #floating #nightview #citylights #foodstyle #internationalcuisine #nightview #mydubai #uae #dubaifoodblogger #uaetravelblogger #living_life_on_own_terms
Sounds amazing and unique, right?
Had a great time last night at an award-winning floating restaurant named @alexandradhow in Dubai.
Having dinner at #dhowcruise restaurant is an awesome experience. It offers you the best views of Dubai Marina, JBR, and Bluewater Island, along with yummilicious international delicacies and unlimited beverages.
Price: Reasonable
Rating : 5 Stars ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐
So, I recommend all my friends and families to try Alexandra dhow cruise and relish a unique dining experience and fantabulous views.🥂🚢🎇🎉
#cruise #dinnertime #dubailife #foodreview #restaurant #floating #nightview #citylights #foodstyle #internationalcuisine #nightview #mydubai #uae #dubaifoodblogger #uaetravelblogger #living_life_on_own_terms
Written April 5, 2021
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Phatkev
Ventnor, UK97 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
We chose the Alexandra Dhow dinner cruise because it had the best reviews and we weren’t disappointed. Everything from the easy booking process via WhatsApp to the cruise itself was straightforward and very well organised. The directions were good and we were welcomed at the quayside at Dubai Marina and then escorted along the pontoons to our boat. The food was very good, we opted for the unlimited drinks package which was good value for money. It was a tad chilly having dinner on the top deck in January but they supply blankets if required, I was fine with just a light fleece but my wife asked for a blanket. The view from our table was amazing and we took loads of photos. All the crew were very courteous and efficient. The entertainment was very good with a traditional dancer and an impressive female singer.
I would thoroughly recommend Alexandra Dhow Cruise to anyone seeking the best Dinner Cruise.
Just one word of warning if you’re making your own way there - the last Metro train is around 11:15pm - on a Saturday at least, the cruise finishes at 10:45 it’s only 15-20 mins walk so you’ll be fine if you go straight there.
I would thoroughly recommend Alexandra Dhow Cruise to anyone seeking the best Dinner Cruise.
Just one word of warning if you’re making your own way there - the last Metro train is around 11:15pm - on a Saturday at least, the cruise finishes at 10:45 it’s only 15-20 mins walk so you’ll be fine if you go straight there.
Written January 11, 2021
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Mrs T
Gateshead, UK10 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Brilliant night out at a very reasonable price with excellent customer service, food and entertainment. Staff were very attentive and friendly and Prajul the manager went out of his way to check everyone was enjoying themselves. My daughter is a very fussy vegetarian but loved everything on the menu. A bottle of wine was almost half the price of other establishments in Dubai. If you only have one trip on Dubai make it this one.
Written March 5, 2020
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Eugene K
3 contributions
Apr 2021
If you have extra 150 AED per person and limited time to see Dubai Marina - than this cruise would probably worh it's money.
Otherwise:
1) Old boat (not externally, of course), with some "smelly" tables close to the exhaust, even if you are sitting on a upper deck, you will smell it.
2) As a couple we were placed on a 2 seats table just on the bow of the boat. There were 2 tables, ours on the right side and another one on the left side. And photo zone spot a few steps from our tables. And yes, you got it right, the whole trip there were at least 2 people standing right behind your back. They shouldn't have placed any tables there, but in this case it would not allow to earn extra 600 AED...
3) Food, not bad, not good. Just don't have over expections.
4) Keep in mind, the trip plan could be easily changed from the whole circul around Dubai Marina to back and forth due to windy weather.
My personal opinion: look for a barbecue boat, speed boat or just rent a bicycle and have fun.
Otherwise:
1) Old boat (not externally, of course), with some "smelly" tables close to the exhaust, even if you are sitting on a upper deck, you will smell it.
2) As a couple we were placed on a 2 seats table just on the bow of the boat. There were 2 tables, ours on the right side and another one on the left side. And photo zone spot a few steps from our tables. And yes, you got it right, the whole trip there were at least 2 people standing right behind your back. They shouldn't have placed any tables there, but in this case it would not allow to earn extra 600 AED...
3) Food, not bad, not good. Just don't have over expections.
4) Keep in mind, the trip plan could be easily changed from the whole circul around Dubai Marina to back and forth due to windy weather.
My personal opinion: look for a barbecue boat, speed boat or just rent a bicycle and have fun.
Written April 26, 2021
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Shikha's shack
Dubai, United Arab Emirates1,961 contributions
Mar 2021
Who doesn’t love dinner with a view. And how romantic it would be if you enjoy your dinner with a view or Marina, JBR and blue water Island with AinDubai on a Floating Restaurant. Want to share my extremely amazing experience of Luxurious Dinner i had in Award Winning
Floating Restaurant
Alexandra Dhow Cruise. A luxurious very huge Alexandra is a highly rated floating restaurant that has been operating in Dubai Marina since 2008..
You will get good 1.45 hour Wow experience with amazing dinner at very economical Price. The view of marina, JBR and bluewater island is incredible. Since weather is really good these days, It make your dinner more memorable. Taking care of all precautions of covid Restrictions. Thats why they stopped all live show. staff is very well trained ,polite and humble.
They have very spacious seating facilities on ground and upper board. We enjoyed very delicious dinner and best part food was very Hot and quite fresh.
We enjoyed
🌟welcome drink with Samosa
🌟hot lentil soup
🌟variety of Salads
🌟 Veg and Chicken Curries
🌟rice and Biryani
🌟assorted bread
🌟many varieties of cakes .
🌟fruits
🌟Tea/coffee
If you take Alcohol you can purchase your drinks on board as well.
Do plan your Romantic dinner and create your own Titanic pose on Alexandra Dhow Cruise. Trust me at this price this experience will be life long memory.
Floating Restaurant
Alexandra Dhow Cruise. A luxurious very huge Alexandra is a highly rated floating restaurant that has been operating in Dubai Marina since 2008..
You will get good 1.45 hour Wow experience with amazing dinner at very economical Price. The view of marina, JBR and bluewater island is incredible. Since weather is really good these days, It make your dinner more memorable. Taking care of all precautions of covid Restrictions. Thats why they stopped all live show. staff is very well trained ,polite and humble.
They have very spacious seating facilities on ground and upper board. We enjoyed very delicious dinner and best part food was very Hot and quite fresh.
We enjoyed
🌟welcome drink with Samosa
🌟hot lentil soup
🌟variety of Salads
🌟 Veg and Chicken Curries
🌟rice and Biryani
🌟assorted bread
🌟many varieties of cakes .
🌟fruits
🌟Tea/coffee
If you take Alcohol you can purchase your drinks on board as well.
Do plan your Romantic dinner and create your own Titanic pose on Alexandra Dhow Cruise. Trust me at this price this experience will be life long memory.
Written March 6, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Suresh K
1 contribution
Feb 2020
On Feb-14th, I booked this tour. Total waste of money
1. Food, total waste, its not tasty or properly made it. I did give this feedback to the manager, Prajul. He also confirmed that he provided this feedback to the chef. But on a special vacation, i could have spent this money to a 5* dinner.
Manager did a good job in collecting the feedback from each individual but so far I haven't received any comments on my feedback.
2. The traditional show was good, but the duration was not more than 15 mins, in each deck.
I and wife felt this was our bad choice, and we had our proper dinner later in the night,
This below pointer is not a feedback, just the suggestion to improvise the customer appreciation.
3. The money I paid for drinks, almost 17$ for 2 drinks which i got Red label or Blenders, they could have given some more suggestions in the drinks list.
4. To get customer appreciation, you have to do something on special occasions, but you haven't. Not even a single rose provided to the couples on board.
What you said and you performed, that expected, but if you do something more that 's Exceeding the expectation from the customer point of view.
1. Food, total waste, its not tasty or properly made it. I did give this feedback to the manager, Prajul. He also confirmed that he provided this feedback to the chef. But on a special vacation, i could have spent this money to a 5* dinner.
Manager did a good job in collecting the feedback from each individual but so far I haven't received any comments on my feedback.
2. The traditional show was good, but the duration was not more than 15 mins, in each deck.
I and wife felt this was our bad choice, and we had our proper dinner later in the night,
This below pointer is not a feedback, just the suggestion to improvise the customer appreciation.
3. The money I paid for drinks, almost 17$ for 2 drinks which i got Red label or Blenders, they could have given some more suggestions in the drinks list.
4. To get customer appreciation, you have to do something on special occasions, but you haven't. Not even a single rose provided to the couples on board.
What you said and you performed, that expected, but if you do something more that 's Exceeding the expectation from the customer point of view.
Written February 26, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Syeda Shafaq Aftab
Dubai, United Arab Emirates24 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
Alexandra Dhow Cruise is an award winning dhow service that is nestled at Dubai Marina..
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We had the moment to try them out yesterday & absolutely enjoyed our overall experience. The Dhow has two decks upper & lower where the lower one is air contioned while the upper is in open air.
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It is a 1hr 45mins tour & the dhow sails across Dubai Marina, JBR, & Blue waters giving you scenic views of the spots.
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Their buffet is one of the best we have tried on a Dhow & everything was absolutely delish & enjoyable.
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The buffet included welcome drinks, Salad, Soups, Mashed Potatoes, Grill Chicken, Fried Rice, Indian Assorted Breads, Penne Pasta, Beef Storongoff, Grilled Fish, Fruits & Pastries. Everything was cooked to perfection with full on flavours.
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Covid measures were in line & masks & gloves while on the Buffet was mandatory.
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Overall excecptional food on a Dhow, courteous staff members, & a lovely experience..Highly recommended!!
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Pictures to give an insight
Follow for more on my Insta @syedashafaq.aftab
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We had the moment to try them out yesterday & absolutely enjoyed our overall experience. The Dhow has two decks upper & lower where the lower one is air contioned while the upper is in open air.
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It is a 1hr 45mins tour & the dhow sails across Dubai Marina, JBR, & Blue waters giving you scenic views of the spots.
.
Their buffet is one of the best we have tried on a Dhow & everything was absolutely delish & enjoyable.
.
The buffet included welcome drinks, Salad, Soups, Mashed Potatoes, Grill Chicken, Fried Rice, Indian Assorted Breads, Penne Pasta, Beef Storongoff, Grilled Fish, Fruits & Pastries. Everything was cooked to perfection with full on flavours.
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Covid measures were in line & masks & gloves while on the Buffet was mandatory.
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Overall excecptional food on a Dhow, courteous staff members, & a lovely experience..Highly recommended!!
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Pictures to give an insight
Follow for more on my Insta @syedashafaq.aftab
Written April 13, 2021
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Neil M
1 contribution
Jan 2021 • Family
From booking right through to being dropped off at the hotel, excellent service. The booking advisor made sure that we had everything we requested and transport turned up at the hotel right on time. The food was good and a decent selection and the staff were nice, attentive and polite. The entertainment was different but excellent and they went out of their way to ensure that everyone was enjoying themselves. I would highly recommend this to others.
Written January 12, 2021
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Fatima Abdulla
Dubai, United Arab Emirates3,022 contributions
Mar 2021
If you want to enjoy night-time views of Dubai in style you can opt for the Dhow cruise Alexandra. The dhow will voyage along floodlit landmarks such They’re colourful, extravagantly lit-up and buzzing with life. Watching other dhows on the Creek is almost as much of an entertainment as enjoying the views along the shore! The buffet-style dinner makes it more accessible to fussy eaters and and this is a great choice for a an outing with kids.Once you are on board you will be welcomed with drinks and melodious music playing to make your long journey absolute memorable.
If you prefer later dining, however, you can venture on an evening cruise boarding at 8.30 pm.The cruise is just an hour and a half long. If you want to enjoy the views on the deck after you’ve finished your meal you can go up and stay there . The Buffet has starters, mains course, soup desserts and fruits.
This is the place which will make your time worthwhile by giving you some incredible memories. The highlight of this cruise experience is the international buffet and amazing views on board of Marina, Ain Dubai Ferris Wheels, & Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR).
The staff is very attentive and the service is excellent and there is all the protocols and safety measures in place.
If you prefer later dining, however, you can venture on an evening cruise boarding at 8.30 pm.The cruise is just an hour and a half long. If you want to enjoy the views on the deck after you’ve finished your meal you can go up and stay there . The Buffet has starters, mains course, soup desserts and fruits.
This is the place which will make your time worthwhile by giving you some incredible memories. The highlight of this cruise experience is the international buffet and amazing views on board of Marina, Ain Dubai Ferris Wheels, & Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR).
The staff is very attentive and the service is excellent and there is all the protocols and safety measures in place.
Written March 4, 2021
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If you are seated downstairs do you have the opportunity to go upstairs for taking photos?
Written April 2, 2022
Sally E
Brisbane, Australia
Probably not up stairs narrow isles between tables and stairs to roof of boat.
Written June 10, 2020
Is this child friendly ? Menu child friendly ? He’s a fussy eater
Thanks
Written January 25, 2020
You can see the menu on our website (search alexandra dhow cruise)
To be honest difficult to say about the child friendly part :) All children are different, we dont have any specifically child aimed items
Written January 31, 2020
hi, I just wanted to ask you if the trip takes us near Atlantis hotel for a photo opportunity from the boat?
Written December 17, 2019
It won't take you to Atlantis to take photos
Written December 27, 2019
Hi Are smart shorts and short sleeve shirts ok for men?
Written November 28, 2019
Yes|, but its quite cold, don't advise
Written November 28, 2019
Do you have vegetarian dishes in the buffet?
Written June 6, 2019
Добрый вечер)какая стоимость ужина и как заказать?
Written January 24, 2019
Добрый день!
Откройте сайт dubaitours точка ru
Там есть вся информация и форма для заказа :)
Written January 25, 2019
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