CH Colin H.
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
No.1 for fishing in Dubai — can't recommend highly enough. We came last year and couldn't wait to return; this year the fishing was even better.
Fishing charter — Dubai
3 options from AED 1,249 per boat. Departures from Dubai Marina, Umm Suqeim 2 Marina. Duration 4h. Rated 4.5/5 from 80 reviews.
A deep-sea and sport fishing charter in Dubai starts at €145 for the whole boat on the base four-hour trip, up to eight anglers — split eight ways that's roughly €18 each, with longer six- and eight-hour trips costing more.
4h Duration
4.5 / 5 80 reviews
3options
The short version
The boat departs the Ocean Active pontoon in Dubai Marina.
The crew switches between trolling and bottom fishing for kingfish, queenfish and barracuda, with tuna and sailfish possible in season. All rods, tackle and bait are provided, and the crew can clean and bag your catch for the trip home.
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Dubai · Fishing charter
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
Run out into the Arabian Gulf to hook kingfish, queenfish and in-season tuna — keep the catch, crew bags it for home. €145 for the boat on the four-hour trip, up to eight aboard, from Dubai Marina.
from €145 per boat for up to 8 anglers on the 4-hour base trip, rods, bait and fuel included
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Dubai · Fishing charter
Dubai Fishing Charter — Trolling and Bottom Fishing, Private Boat
Four hours on the Arabian Gulf with the boat to yourselves: trolling on the way out, bottom fishing over the marks, rods and bait supplied. AED 1,600 for the boat on the four-hour charter, up to six aboard, from Dubai Marina West Bay or Mina Rashid.
from AED 1,600 per boat for up to 6 guests on the 4-hour charter, rods and bait included
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Dubai · Fishing charter
Dubai Fishing Charter for a Bigger Group — Keep the Catch
A four-hour charter that takes up to ten on one boat: rods, bait and ice are on board, and everything you land goes home with you. AED 1,249 for the boat on the four-hour charter, up to ten aboard, from Umm Suqeim 2 Marina.
from AED 1,249 per boat for up to 10 guests on the 4-hour charter, rods, bait and ice included
View details What's included
- Private boat and fuel
- Captain and deckhand
- All rods, tackle and bait
- Water and soft drinks
- Private boat with experienced captain
- Professional rods and reels
- Bait — squid and lures
- Icebox on board
- Life jackets and safety gear, GPS navigation
- The boat with captain for four hours
Not included
- Fishing licence (arranged if required)
- Food (optional add-on)
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfer in Dubai — AED 350 per vehicle, up to 6 guests
- Cooking your catch — AED 100 per person
- Meals
Good to know
- Anglers of any level, families and groups of up to 8 guests.
- No experience needed — the crew coaches technique throughout.
- Sun protection, a hat and soft shoes; food can be added on request.
- Small groups and families who want the boat to themselves for a morning or an afternoon.
- No experience needed — the crew rigs the lines and shows you what to do.
- Sun protection, a hat, soft-soled shoes and something warm for the early start; bags for the fish you take home.
- Dubai Marina, Ocean Active pontoon. Exact point shared after booking.
- Dubai Marina West Bay (Yacht Club, B7) or Mina Rashid near Port Rashid — chosen at booking. Departures 06:00 and 14:00.
- Blue Fish Dubai, Umm Suqeim 2 Marina, Jumeirah 3, Dubai. The operator confirms the exact berth and boarding time at booking.
Fishing charter prices in Dubai
| Tour | Duration | Group | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter | 4h | up to 8 guests | €145 per boat |
| Dubai Fishing Charter — Trolling and Bottom Fishing, Private Boat | 4h | up to 6 guests | AED 1,600 per boat |
| Dubai Fishing Charter for a Bigger Group — Keep the Catch | 4h | up to 10 guests | AED 1,249 per boat |
Operators: Ocean Active · ABSea Deep Sea Fishing · Blue Fish Dubai
What guests say in Dubai
4.5 80 reviews Average across every option in this destination, weighted by the number of reviews.
RF Ron F.
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
The captain is the best in Dubai. He put us right on the queenfish and we boated some nice ones.
MT Mr T.
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
Great communication and a fantastic captain and mate — 25 queenfish in a morning. A totally awesome experience; great fun fish to catch.
DO Derek O.
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
Dubai Deep-Sea & Sport Fishing Charter
We arranged a day of fishing with Ocean Active and as a group we couldn't be more pleased. They took care of us 100% from the moment we stepped aboard.
FAQ
Is the price per person or per boat?
Per boat — €145 charters the whole boat for the base 4-hour trip, up to 8 anglers. Split eight ways that's roughly €18 each; the 6- and 8-hour trips cost more.
What can we expect to catch?
Kingfish, queenfish and barracuda are the regular targets, with tuna in season, using both trolling and bottom-fishing techniques on the same trip.
Can we keep the fish we catch?
Yes. Take your catch home, or the crew can clean and bag it for you; some restaurants will cook it to order.
Where does the boat leave from, and how long is the trip?
From the Ocean Active pontoon in Dubai Marina. The base trip is 4 hours, departing at 07:00 with 6- and 8-hour options also available.
Fishing charters in Dubai: what to know
One boat, chartered by the group#
The Dubai deep-sea and sport fishing charter is priced per boat: €145 for the base 4-hour trip, up to 8 anglers, with 6- and 8-hour trips available at a higher price.
Tip
Bring a full group of up to 8 before booking — split eight ways, the base trip works out to about €18 a head.
How the trip is fished#
The crew alternates trolling for kingfish and queenfish with bottom fishing over reef and wreck marks, targeting barracuda and, in season, tuna. All rods, tackle and bait are provided, so beginners and families are welcome, and you keep your catch — the crew can clean and bag it for the trip home.
Where you leave from, and languages#
Depart from the Ocean Active pontoon in Dubai Marina at 07:00 for the base trip. The captain and mate speak English, Russian and Arabic.
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