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Dubai Fountain Lake Ride

  • Dubai
  • About 25–30 minutes
  • Cruises & Yacht Tours

Overview

  • DurationAbout 25–30 minutes
  • Time of dayEvening, Night
  • ConfirmationWe confirm availability before you pay

The Dubai Fountain is impressive from the promenade, but on the water it becomes something else entirely. This short abra ride takes you out onto Burj Lake in a traditional wooden boat, putting you close to the jets as they rise and sway to music, with Burj Khalifa towering directly above.

What to expect

Rides currently run in the evening, when the fountain performs its shows and the surrounding towers, The Dubai Mall and Souk Al Bahar are lit up. Your boat glides across the lake in a small group, timed so that you can watch a fountain show from the water. The ride lasts around half an hour from boarding to return, giving plenty of time for photographs of the tower and the lake reflections.

Practical details

Tickets are issued for a specific date and time slot, and guests usually collect them at the At the Top counter on the Lower Ground level of The Dubai Mall before heading to the boarding point. Arriving at least 30 minutes early is recommended. Children under three currently ride free, and younger children must be accompanied by an adult; life jackets are provided for small children.

It pairs well with a visit to At the Top or dinner in Downtown Dubai, and is one of the most relaxed ways to enjoy the fountain without the crowds on the promenade.

What you can experience

  • Board a traditional wooden abra on Burj Lake
  • Watch a fountain show from water level
  • Photograph Burj Khalifa, Souk Al Bahar and Dubai Mall lit up at night
  • Life jackets provided for small children

Highlights

  • Traditional abra ride on Burj Lake
  • Watch a Dubai Fountain show from the water
  • Close-up views of Burj Khalifa at night
  • Evening time slots of around 25–30 minutes
  • Children under three currently ride free

What's included

  • Lake ride ticket for the booked time slot
  • Hotel transfers
  • Food and drinks
  • Dubai Fountain Boardwalk access (separate ticket)

Good to know

Ticket options
  • Lake Ride (Aged 3+) — One ticket type for adults and children aged 3 and over; under 3s free
  • Dubai Fountain Boardwalk — Separate official product for walking out over the lake, not included

Exact ticket and price confirmed with your booking.

What to bring

Printed or mobile ticket and booking confirmation

Meeting point

Collect tickets at the At the Top main counter, Lower Ground level, The Dubai Mall, then proceed to the Burj Lake boarding point

Age restrictions

Children under 3 free; children aged 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+

Opening hours / departure times

Currently evening slots, about 5:45 pm to 10:45 pm

Cancellation & refund policy

Visit Dubai's listing allows full refund if cancelled 24+ hours before the slot; no-shows, late arrivals and weather closures are non-refundable

Terms & conditions

Arrive at least 30 minutes before the booked time; tickets valid only for the date and time shown

Frequently asked questions

How long is the ride?

Around 25 to 30 minutes on the lake, timed so you can watch a fountain show.

What time do rides run?

Currently in the evening, roughly from 5:45 pm to 10:45 pm. Time slots are confirmed with your booking.

Do children need a ticket?

Children under three currently ride free. Guests aged three and over need a ticket.

Where do I collect my ticket?

Usually at the At the Top main counter on the Lower Ground level of The Dubai Mall.

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