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Catering for Yacht Parties

We organize turnkey yacht party catering along the coast, with 77 of our 88 fleet vessels fully equipped for open-water dining. Private charter rates range from AED 680 to AED 18,900 per hour, departing from Dubai Harbour and Dubai Marina. Zubarah manages custom menus, fresh deck grills, and attentive onboard table hospitality.

Elegant dinner table set with candles on a yacht deck before Dubai Marina

Charter options and rates

Dinner, candles and the view are arranged before you board.

Dinner for two

from AED 1 950

3 hours · up to 10 guests

  • Licensed captain included
  • Fuel and insurance covered
  • Dinner served on board — from AED 250 per guest
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Guests' favourite

Dinner cruise

from AED 3 520

4 hours · up to 20 guests

  • Licensed captain included
  • Fuel and insurance covered
  • Ice, water and soft drinks
  • Dinner served on board — from AED 250 per guest
  • Candles and flowers set up on deck — from AED 400
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Long dinner

from AED 6 400

4 hours · up to 45 guests

  • Licensed captain included
  • Fuel and insurance covered
  • Ice, water and soft drinks
  • Dinner served on board — from AED 250 per guest
  • Candles and flowers set up on deck — from AED 400
  • Photographer on board — from AED 500 per hour
  • Weather cancels: you pick a new date or a refund
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Selected yachts for this occasion

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The booking process

  1. Find your yacht
  2. Agree the slot and route
  3. Leave a deposit
  4. Boarding
  • Dubai Canal
  • Bluewaters
  • Burj Khalifa
  • World Islands
  • Dubai Harbour
  • Ain Dubai

Can Guests Order Custom Cuisines for Their Cruise?

Specialized menus match any dining style you prefer on the water. When you Select the best private yacht for hire from our fleet, our team coordinates tailored meal formats ranging from shared family-style platters to formal multi-course plated dinners. We craft varied international spreads, featuring Mediterranean dishes, fragrant Arabic mezze, spicy Pan-Asian specialties, and hearty Continental favorites. Every recipe can be modified to satisfy specific dietary choices, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and certified halal preferences. Whether you want casual grazing boards or a sophisticated banquet, we adjust portioning, flavor profiles, and presentation to match your group. You can also explore yacht party packages Dubai that incorporate tailored menus alongside vessel hire. Every detail is settled directly through our WhatsApp chat before departure, guaranteeing that your chosen culinary theme suits your voyage across Dubai.

Catering Options Designed for Your Special Event

Tailored culinary presentations elevate any private maritime celebration. Our catering formats scale efficiently for intimate gatherings of 2 to 6 guests up to large festive cruises holding our largest capacity: 75 guests. For milestone birthday parties, anniversaries, or romantic sunset cruises, we set up refined dining displays and can provide candles and flowers set up on deck from AED 400. Corporate client entertainment, team retreats, and brand activations also benefit from organized dining tables, and we arrange sound or visual equipment alongside corporate events on a yacht in Dubai. You can order a celebration cake brought on board from AED 250, or have the yacht decorated before you arrive from AED 350. Every quotation provided by our manager is VAT-inclusive, ensuring total clarity with no hidden administrative fees when planning an event.

Live Barbecue Stations Cooked Fresh on Open Decks

Freshly grilled cuisine adds an energetic highlight to open-water cruising. Operating a live deck barbecue depends strictly on vessel layout, open-air deck ventilation, and proper galley safety stations, making 77 suitable boats in our fleet ideal for live cooking setups. Experienced cooks prepare seasoned beef burgers, marinated meat cuts, chicken skewers, and mixed seafood over dedicated marine grills while anchored in calm waters. Interactive food stations like street tacos, warm shawarma carving, or custom dessert tables can also be arranged upon request. Anglers can request rods, tackle and bait ready on board for AED 150, and enjoy your catch cooked on board for AED 150 right after reeling it in. Overall yacht catering costs and pricing factors depend on your selected menu complexity, guest numbers, and whether live cooking stations are chosen.

Gourmet canapé buffets for social ocean gatherings

Finger-food assortments and cocktail platters are practical choices for active boat parties and sunset gatherings. Canapé buffets let guests socialize freely without being tied to a formal dining table, offering hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, mini sliders, skewers, and sweet mignardises. Options range from affordable chilled drop-off boxes to fully attended presentation tables served by hospitality staff. For guests who prefer personal selections, bringing your own food, soft drinks or alcohol is allowed and free of charge on all our vessels. Booking a private yacht rental dubai with food simplifies your outing, as our crew readies all platters before you leave Dubai Marina. A full dinner served on board from AED 250 per guest offers an all-inclusive yacht catering package that covers warm courses, crisp salads, and dedicated dinner table service.

Can a Dedicated Chef and Crew Serve Your Voyage?

Professional culinary staff can accompany your charter to manage food preparation and service throughout the voyage. Hiring a private chef onboard a yacht in Dubai guarantees freshly cooked courses timed around your preferred anchoring spots and scenic sunset backdrops. Trained waitstaff and hospitality hostesses take care of plate service, beverage pouring, and table clearing, letting you focus entirely on your companions. Our yacht party catering services in Dubai combine attentive hospitality with discreet marine etiquette. If you want visual memories preserved, a professional photographer on board is available from AED 500 per hour. Choosing our full yacht catering services in Dubai ensures that every plate arrives at the correct temperature while you cruise along the coast, creating a smooth private dining environment for everyone on board.

Advance Lead Time Guidelines for Group Food Orders

Securing fine dining requires practical lead times depending on your party size. For standard cold platters or finger-food assortments, confirming your order 2 to 5 days before your trip gives us adequate preparation time. Larger gatherings or intricate live chef experiences require 1 to 2 weeks' notice so our suppliers can source specialty ingredients and arrange kitchen gear. For urgent charter outings across Dubai, we also coordinate express drop-off platters on shorter notice whenever possible. To check charter availability and compare yacht rental prices, our team helps you balance boat selection and dining styles. Date confirmations require an initial 30 % deposit payment sent through a secure link. Between 9 in the morning and 11 at night Gulf time, our team answers incoming messages within a quarter of an hour.

Who Manages Food Delivery Logistics at the Marina?

Marina transfers and galley stocking require precise timing before departure. Our hospitality managers oversee all catering transport directly to the berths across Dubai Harbour and Dubai Marina, coordinating vessel layouts ahead of embarkation. Because lengths across our fleet range from 40-164 ft, our staff communicates with the captain to evaluate refrigeration space, prep counters, and staging areas. Every dish, grazing platter, and beverage crate is brought aboard and organized on deck before you arrive at the slipway. Nobody checks passports or IDs when guests come aboard, allowing everyone to step directly onto the vessel without boarding delays. If you choose a private speed boat rental Dubai for daytime cruising, we adapt the food staging for compact deck spaces. If severe marine weather forces a cancellation, your trip is rescheduled or the payment returned.

3–4 h
typical length
90
guests max
30 %
deposit to book

Questions before you book

What kinds of food and international cuisines can we order?

We arrange international cuisines including Mediterranean, Arabic, Pan-Asian, and Continental menus. Formats range from canapés and grazing platters to seated multi-course dinners and live barbecues. Vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free diets are fully accommodated upon request.

How are meals delivered and prepared before we step aboard?

All food and refreshments are delivered to the marina berth at Dubai Harbour or Dubai Marina before departure. Our crew sets up the dining tables, chillers, and galley stations prior to embarkation, ensuring everything is ready when guests step aboard.

Can We Have a Live Barbecue Prepared on Deck?

Yes, live barbecues can be prepared on open exterior decks of 77 of our 88 fleet vessels. Chefs grill burgers, steaks, chicken skewers, and seafood. You can also have rods, tackle and bait ready on board for AED 150 and your catch cooked on board for AED 150.

Can we hire dedicated hospitality staff and waitstaff for our charter?

Professional waitstaff and hostesses are available on request to manage table service, drink pouring, and clearing. Dedicated onboard chefs can also be arranged to prepare fresh hot courses and live deck stations during your voyage.

What are the standard prices for yacht catering menus?

Catering pricing starts with dinner served on board from AED 250 per guest. A celebration cake brought on board starts from AED 250, while boat charter rates range from AED 680 to AED 18,900 per hour. All quoted prices include VAT.

Can catering dishes be tailored for allergies and special food preferences?

Yes, our culinary partners adjust recipes for specific allergies, dairy intolerances, and preferences like vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, or halal. Please specify all dietary requirements in the WhatsApp chat when organizing your menu with our charter manager.

How many days ahead must we place our catering order?

Standard catering platters should be confirmed 2 to 5 days ahead, while live chef stations or large group menus require 1 to 2 weeks' notice. A 30 % deposit locks your booking date on our calendar.

What group sizes can be accommodated with onboard catering?

Catering can be arranged for private couples up to our largest capacity: 75 guests on large party vessels. We scale food portions, table setups, and hospitality staffing to fit your exact guest count.

Are plates, napkins, and serving dishes provided with catering orders?

Full catering orders include plates, glassware, cutlery, napkins, and necessary serving platters. Setup and cleanup are handled by the crew. Guests may also bring their own food, soft drinks or alcohol freely without any corkage fees.

Can we book soft drinks and bar packages alongside our meal order?

Beverage packages featuring juices, soft drinks, mocktails, and bar service are available on request. Bringing your own food, soft drinks or alcohol is allowed and free of charge across all charter bookings.