Fishing trips in Dubai
Fishing trips in Dubai leave from Dubai Marina and head offshore past JBR and Palm Jumeirah to spots the captain picks on the day. Most trips last four hours, with early-morning and afternoon slots. You can buy a single place on a shared boat, charter a whole boat for your group, or hire a boat and captain by the hour.
At a glance
- Prices
- From AED 300 to AED 4,400, across 6 tours listed here. Fishing Trips price guide
- Price range
- AED 349 per person on the shared trip; private four-hour charters from AED 1,199 to AED 4,400 (plus VAT) per boat; hourly hire from AED 300 per hour, among the tours listed, checked 29 September 2026
- Duration
- Usually four hours; Gold's Yacht also sells eight hours
- Departure times
- Early morning (6am or 7.30am) or afternoon (12.30pm or 2pm), depending on the operator
- Included
- Rods, tackle, bait, crew and soft drinks or water on every trip listed; food varies
- Best season
- Absea names January to May, especially January to March; Gold's Yacht gives October to May as its peak charter season
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Private fishing charter on a 40 ft sport boat (Gold's Yacht)
from AED 4,400
Fishing trips compared (prices checked on the operators' websites, 29 September 2026)
| Trip | Type | Duration | Guests | Food | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared fishing trip (Toot Fun Yachts) | Shared, 40 ft boat | 4 hours | Minimum 2 per booking | Breakfast or lunch, catch grilled on board | AED 349 per person |
| Private fishing boat (Toot Fun Yachts) | Private, 40 ft boat | 4 hours | Up to 10 | Breakfast, catch grilled on board | AED 1,199 per boat |
| Deep-sea fishing trip (Absea) | Private, 33 ft boat | 4 hours | Up to 7 | Soft drinks; BBQ of your catch AED 350 extra | AED 1,400 weekdays, AED 1,800 Friday and Saturday |
| Sport fishing charter (Xclusive Yachts) | Private | 4 hours | Up to 7 or 8 (the operator gives both) | Drinks; bring your own food, mini BBQ on board | AED 2,500 per boat |
| 40 ft sport-fishing boat (Gold's Yacht) | Private | 4 or 8 hours | Up to 6 | Drinks; catering extra | AED 4,400 per boat plus 5% VAT |
| Hourly boat hire (Nanje Yachts) | Private, 33 or 35 ft boat | Your choice | Up to 10 | Water on the 33 ft boat; BBQ package extra | AED 300 per hour |
What to expect
You board in Dubai Marina and cruise out past JBR, Bluewaters Island and Palm Jumeirah to offshore fishing grounds. The crew sets up the rods and bait, so you do not need experience. Most trips mix trolling, where lines are pulled behind the moving boat for fish such as kingfish, barracuda and queenfish, with bottom fishing over known spots for grouper (hammour) and snapper. On the Absea deep-sea trip, the boat runs 20–30 km offshore and trolls for one to two hours before switching to bottom fishing. No operator can promise a catch; Xclusive Yachts gives 50% off your next trip if you come back empty-handed.
How to choose
- One or two people: the shared trip sells single places at AED 349, with breakfast on the morning trip or lunch in the afternoon.
- A group on a budget: the Toot Fun private boat costs AED 1,199 for up to ten guests, and your catch can be grilled on board.
- A dedicated fishing crew: Absea and Xclusive Yachts both run morning (6–10am) and afternoon (2–6pm) trips with two crew. Absea charges more on Friday and Saturday.
- A full day at sea: the Gold's Yacht charter offers eight hours, which lets you reach further marks and add a BBQ or a swim stop.
- Flexible timing: Nanje Yachts charges by the hour from Dubai Marina Yacht Club, but does not state a minimum hire or a cancellation policy, so confirm both in writing.
Compare what the price covers. Gold's Yacht quotes prices without 5% VAT, while Xclusive includes it. Transfers cost extra where offered: AED 180 return with Absea, AED 300 with Xclusive.
What to bring
Bring your original passport or Emirates ID; Toot Fun Yachts asks for it for every guest. Pack sunscreen, a hat, long sleeves and rubber-soled shoes, plus seasickness tablets if you need them. Early starts and winter mornings at sea can be cool, so a light jacket helps. On the Absea and Xclusive boats you can bring your own food, and Absea asks anglers who want to jig to bring their own jigging rods.
Practical tips
- Cancellation terms are strict at Toot Fun Yachts: deposits are non-refundable, you get 80% back if you cancel more than 72 hours ahead, and nothing for weekend cancellations.
- If the operator cancels because of weather, mechanical problems or coast guard rules, Toot Fun offers another date or a full refund.
- Absea lets you keep your catch but asks you to release fish you will not eat.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fishing trip in Dubai cost?
Among the trips listed here, a place on a shared four-hour trip costs AED 349 per person, and private four-hour charters cost from AED 1,199 to AED 4,400 (plus VAT) for the whole boat, checked on 29 September 2026. Hourly hire starts at AED 300 per hour.
What fish can you catch off Dubai?
The operators list kingfish, barracuda, queenfish and grouper (hammour) as common catches, along with snapper, cobia, sheri and sultan ibrahim. A catch is never guaranteed.
Do I need fishing experience?
No. Rods, bait and tackle are included on every trip listed, and the crew helps beginners set up and fish.
Can I cook my catch?
On some trips. Toot Fun Yachts grills your catch on board, Xclusive Yachts has a mini BBQ you can use, and Absea cleans and grills it for AED 350 extra.
When is the best time to go fishing in Dubai?
Absea names January to May as the best season, especially January to March. Gold's Yacht gives October to May as its peak charter season.