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Jannat Tours Dhow Cruise
Bur Dubai
Jannat Tours Dhow Cruise is a dinner dhow cruise in Bur Dubai, combining a boat ride with dining, views of old Dubai and onboard entertainment. Reviews highlight the calm atmosphere, friendly crew and occasional live cooking, though the food and organisation can vary from one sailing to another.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
251 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Helpful Crew
Several guests found the crew accommodating, including during a birthday booking with arrangements handled throughout the trip.
Clean Dhow
One reviewer described the cruise as very clean and large, a useful plus for an evening on the water.
Calm Sailing
A guest described the trip as amazing and calm, with good food and a nice crew.
Live Cooking
Live cooking is mentioned as part of at least one enjoyable cruise experience.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm Extras. Ask whether juices and other drinks cost extra before ordering; one guest was charged separately after paying for the cruise.
Allow Buffer. Leave plenty of time around the stated departure, as one review says the boat departed around 7:30 rather than 7:00.
Check Inclusions. Before paying, confirm barbecue, non-vegetarian food and shows in writing rather than relying on the initial description.
Verify Route. Ask which landmarks the sailing will actually pass; one guest said the cruise did not reach the Twin Tower as promised.
Set Show Expectations. If entertainment matters, ask what is scheduled, since one guest found there was little beyond the tanoura dance.
Plan the visit
Practical details
227 Al Seef St
Al Hamriya, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Tanoura Dance
The tanoura dance is a recurring onboard performance, though one guest felt it was the only substantial entertainment.
Buffet
A guest described the cruise as good value with entertainment and a delicious buffet.
Common Concerns
Late Departures
Reviews report delays ranging from around 20 minutes to 50 minutes, affecting the planned evening schedule.
Food Variability
Some guests reported basic, oily or insufficient food, including one sailing where food ran out after the first serving.
Missing Inclusions
An anniversary booking expected barbecue, laser and puppet shows but reported that the barbecue and most non-vegetarian food were absent.
Limited Entertainment
One review found the entertainment limited to a tanoura dance, while others expected a broader show.
Hygiene Concerns
A guest reported poor hygiene practices, including staff eating directly from serving trays during the cruise.
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The Bottom Line
Jannat Tours Dhow Cruise is a dinner dhow cruise in Bur Dubai, pairing a boat ride with buffet-style dining, views of old Dubai and onboard entertainment. Reviews describe calm trips with friendly crews, and one family birthday booking found the crew helpful with arrangements; the dhow was also described as large and clean. Food is the biggest variable.
Some guests enjoyed freshly prepared dinner, live cooking, pizza and soft drinks, or a delicious buffet. Others reported basic oily food, limited choice and food running out after the first serving. Entertainment can mean little more than a tanoura dance, although other reviewers enjoyed the show and music.
Set expectations before booking. Several guests reported departures 20 to 50 minutes late, while an anniversary booking said the promised barbecue, laser show and puppet show were not provided. Confirm inclusions, drink charges, the planned route and the entertainment schedule.
Older reviews also mention overcrowding and chaotic seating. Positive guests call it good value and suitable for families, but the mixed service record makes it better for travellers comfortable with some variability than anyone seeking a tightly timed, consistently catered evening.