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Lunch Aboard: the 15 Best Yacht Trips That Cook

82 trips  ·  from $15 a seat

A barbecue on the aft deck while you swim, or a sit-down below. These 15 are clear about which one you are getting, what is on the plate and whether drinks come with it.

Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option - Check-in at Dubai Marina
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Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

1.Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21,528 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $15 a seat Our pick

Cruise from Dubai Marina past Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab aboard a shared yacht. Choose a morning breakfast sailing or a longer sunset trip with BBQ, soft drinks, air-conditioned seating, WiFi and an upper deck. Guides such as Eidanwar and Alam have helped make the trip lively and personal.

“I Definitely recommend this. It was everything and more. I had so much fun.”

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Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option - Finding Dubai Harbour Yacht Club
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Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

2.The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,665 reviews · from $19 a seat

Set sail from Dubai Harbour on a shared luxury yacht with Captain Zaman, Captain Nermal, Ivan, and the crew. Choose a one-hour marina trip or a two- to three-hour route with BBQ food, drinks, music, and a GPS-activated virtual guide. Evening departures show Dubai lit up, while daytime trips offer clearer coastal views.

“Its just perfect. Completely worth each and every penny given to it. The views were amazing in the Dubai Marina and one would love the view and the sea breeze which is only there in Marina. Would recommend it to everyone. Just go for it.”

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Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ - Pick the cruise length that fits your day
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Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

3.Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,126 reviews · from $25 a seat Top rated

Join Xclusive Yachts for a shared cruise from Dubai Marina. Choose a one-hour route around Ain Dubai, JBR, and Dubai Harbour, or a two- or three-hour sailing with views of the Palm, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. Select departures include breakfast, lunch, or a BBQ, plus soft drinks, onboard Wi-Fi, and a virtual guide.

“It’s my first time in Dubai and I booked this a couple days prior. No issues with getting my tickets and boarding on the day was seamless. The staff were very friendly and professional and there was a photographer on board to capture those lovely moments. A tasty bbq lunch was included and soft drinks. All areas were clean too. The route was great - swiped to the burj al-Arab and back. We had a wonderful time and I’d go again with the same company.”

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Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks - Starting at Dubai Harbour and finding the right gate
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Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

4.Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,723 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $21 a seat

Set out from Dubai Harbour on a 1.5 to 2-hour yacht cruise with a licensed captain, friendly hosts such as Chill or Brian, soft drinks, water, music, and a meal. You will pass Atlantis, Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island, JBR, and Dubai Marina, with the route adjusted for sea conditions.

“Everything was exzellent our Yacht Host chill was really chill”

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Dubai: Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet - The first views: Marina towers and Jumeirah Beach Residence
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Dubai: Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet

5.Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,613 reviews · 1 day · from $82 a seat

Cruise from Dubai Marina toward Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, and Atlantis Hotel aboard the Lotus Royale or a similar yacht. You will get an international buffet, live cooking, DJ music, tanoura and aerial performances, and skyline views. Choose Standard for flexible seating or VIP for a reserved top-deck table and more attentive service.

“Amazing experience, really well organized!!! Truly recommended, the VIP section was really nice”

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Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks - Choosing daytime or sunset
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Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

6.Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,774 reviews · 2 hours · from $31 a seat

Cruise the Bosphorus in a small group of up to 16 people, passing Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy, Beylerbeyi Palace, and Maiden’s Tower. Choose daytime or sunset. Tugba Bozmese and other attentive hosts are known for taking photos, serving snacks, and offering blankets in cool weather. Bring headphones for the audio guide.

“TUGBA BOZMESE was our guide. She did a wonderful job.”

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Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks - Dolmabahçe Palace and the European shore
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Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks

7.Sunset or Daytime Istanbul Guided Luxury Yacht Cruise with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,977 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24 a seat

Spend about two hours cruising Istanbul’s Bosphorus aboard a glass-enclosed yacht, passing palaces, fortresses, bridges, and waterfront neighborhoods on both continents. A live guide, often Robert, provides commentary while you enjoy baklava, canapés, fruit, tea, coffee, and seasonal drinks. Sunset departures add glowing city views.

“Lovely experience with a very knowledgeable guide! Great way to see the city and I highly recommend taking the sunset tour as a beautiful way to see the city during the day and at night. Make sure to bring cash for the alcoholic beverages as they don’t take card. Highly recommend!”

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Fuengirola: Dolphin Watching by Yacht with Snacks and Drinks - Calaburras Lighthouse and Torrequebrada Beach
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Fuengirola: Dolphin Watching by Yacht with Snacks and Drinks

8.Fuengirola: Dolphin Watching by Yacht with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,729 reviews · 2 hours · from $47 a seat

Set out from Fuengirola port on a 15-meter yacht with a skipper and multilingual crew. Search for dolphins near Calaburras Lighthouse and Torrequebrada Beach, then swim, sunbathe, and enjoy cava, beer, soft drinks, water, and snacks. The two-hour trip is relaxed, wheelchair accessible, and dolphin sightings are not guaranteed.

“Sent my 20 year old twins and girlfriend out on a dolphin spotting cruise. They came back bubbling over with excitement. Had a great day from start to finish. Saw loads of dolphins and very much enjoyed the onboard hospitality. We will go again. Recommended.”

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise at Sunset with Snacks - Boarding the yacht and finding your seat
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Istanbul: Bosphorus Yacht Cruise at Sunset with Snacks

9.Bosphorus Yacht Cruise at Sunset with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,549 reviews · 2 hours - 125 minutes · from $15 a seat

Spend about two hours cruising between Europe and Asia on a yacht limited to 40 passengers. Expect indoor and outdoor decks, sunset views of Dolmabahce Palace, Maiden’s Tower, Rumeli Fortress, bridges, and waterfront villas, plus fruit, nuts, cookies, tea, and coffee. Guides such as Kadir and Yasin add friendly commentary.

“Excellent Experience..sitting in front of Yacht was so good..”

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Protaras: Luxury Yacht Cruise with slide, BBQ Lunch & Drink - Starting at Protaras Pier
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Protaras: Luxury Yacht Cruise with slide, BBQ Lunch & Drink

10.Protaras: Luxury Yacht Cruise with slide, BBQ Lunch & Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,227 reviews · 210 minutes - 5 hours · from $47 a seat

Cruise the Protaras coast aboard the St Georgios II, a clean luxury yacht with a large inflatable slide, air-conditioned lounge, WiFi, and a friendly crew. You’ll see Varosha, Cape Greco, Lovers Bridge, and the Blue Lagoon, then stop to swim, snorkel, eat Cypriot barbecue, and look for turtles at Green Bay.

“Wonderful day, wonderful staff who were helpful and professional and amazing memories made. Thank you”

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Dubai Harbour Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ & Drinks - Dubai Marina gives you the first big view
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Dubai Harbour Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ & Drinks

11.Dubai Harbour Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,097 reviews · from $57 a seat

Spend about two hours aboard a shared yacht from Dubai Harbour. You will pass Dubai Marina, Bluewaters Island, Skydive Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and the Burj Al Arab, with voice-over guidance, Wi-Fi, refreshments, and a selected breakfast or BBQ meal. The boat carries no more than 15 people.

“Excellent Boat trip! The views were amazing and the boat itself was very nice and clean. Food was good and whole experience was the highlight of our day.”

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Dubai: Marina Yacht Party with BBQ, Unlimited Drinks and DJ - Boarding the yacht and choosing your spot
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Dubai: Marina Yacht Party with BBQ, Unlimited Drinks and DJ

12.Marina Yacht Party with BBQ, Unlimited Drinks and DJ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 907 reviews · from $89 a seat

Spend four hours aboard a Dubai Marina yacht with BBQ sliders, skewers, unlimited drinks, a live DJ, Wi-Fi, and views of JBR and Ain Dubai. The night begins at Xclusive Yachts near Marina Mansion. DJs and crew can vary, but past departures have featured Ryker, Spyro, Ethan, Sasanda, and Cyril. Bring your passport and arrive 30 minutes early.

“We loved the Exclusive yacht experience from start to finish Staff are wonderful Capital is very knowledgeable 10 out of 10 for this excursion Well worth the money DJ all drinks and barbecue Thanks for lovely memories 🩷”

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Private Dubai 2 Hours Luxury Yacht Charter with BBQ Option - The Burj Al Arab photo stop
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Private Dubai 2 Hours Luxury Yacht Charter with BBQ Option

13.Private Dubai 2 Hours Luxury Yacht Charter with BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews · whole boat $550, up to 15

You’ll cruise Dubai Marina on a private yacht with a captain and two crew members for about two hours. The route includes Bluewaters Island, Caesars Palace, Ain Dubai, JBR Beach, Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab. Non-alcoholic drinks are included, and you can add a BBQ cooked aboard.

“Fabulous early evening, cruise around the Palm Jumarria ! The staff and the captain were very hospitable, and the two hour cruise was breathtaking”

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Dubai: Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch - Why the JBR stop changes the pace
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Dubai: Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

14.Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 438 reviews · from $87 a seat

Cruise from Dubai Harbour through Dubai Marina, then anchor near JBR Beach for swimming, a BBQ lunch, music, inflatables, and a floating pool. English-speaking crew, unlimited soft drinks, and snorkeling gear are included. A slide may be available with the selected option, while jet ski rides cost extra.

“Great trip. The pool at the back of the boat was great. Snorkelling not great as water not clear enough. Lovely lunch.”

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Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide - Life aboard the yacht
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Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide

15.Bosphorus Sunset or Daytime Yacht Cruise with Snacks & Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 365 reviews · from $34 a seat

Spend about two hours cruising the Bosphorus from a comfortable yacht, guided by hosts such as Robert. You’ll pass Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Maiden’s Tower, and Galata Tower while enjoying tea, coffee, fruit, sweets, light snacks, and seasonal soft drinks. Sunset departures offer the best light, though daytime cruises are also available.

“Great tour with a nice yacht. The guide was very knowledgeable and the service was excellent. We really enjoyed the ride. Would recommend it”

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