Tourists looking to enjoy a relaxed and leisurely sail along the Gulf area of Abu Dhabi should go on a Dhow cruise. It is the perfect place to treat your loved one to an exciting and exhilarating cruise from which you can enjoy the picturesque landscape of Abu Dhabi. Imagine dining under the stars with the tranquil waters of the sea swirling around the boat as you pass by the city’s sights.

Even though the ‘dhow’ is actually a traditional type of wooden boat, it is equipped with every possible modern amenity to make your ride in it a memorable one. Complete with fitted bathrooms and a satellite navigation system, the dhow also has all the necessary workings to have a romantic and entertaining dinner whilst onboard. Delicious cuisine ranging from Lebanese to Indian specialties can be enjoyed on the cruise.

Dhow cruising is also popular as it enables travellers to Abu Dhabi to experience the beauty of the city from a different perspective. As you sail along, sightseeing from the dhow is possible as you can choose to pass by some of the city’s more important monuments. The skyline of Abu Dhabi is truly a wondrous sight to behold from the dhow when cruising some distance away from the city’s shore line.

There are several hotels and tour companies that offer Dhow cruising in the city. If you are looking to stay at an Abu Dhabi luxury hotel whilst vacationing in the city, the Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, is an excellent choice. The luxurious and classy elegance of this hotel, and its lovely location along a private beach stretch, is sure to make your stay in the city an unforgettable and relaxing one.