Two wooden abra boats silhouetted against the illuminated Dubai Fountain jets at night.
The Dubai Fountain in full spray at dusk with the Burj Khalifa lit behind it
Fountain jets fanning out across the lake with the Downtown skyline in purple light
Daytime fountain display on the Burj Lake in front of Downtown Dubai towers
Wooden abra carrying passengers past the fountain jets at night
Empty abra waiting on the calm Burj Lake with the Downtown skyline behind
Two people paddling a clear kayak past lotus sculptures on the lake
Curved sweep of fountain jets tracing the edge of the Burj Lake at dusk
Wide night view of the Dubai Fountain performing between Downtown towers
Abra on the lake beside the fountain with the Burj Khalifa facade rising behind
The fountain's circular jet ring glowing amber over the lake at night
Abra moored on the Burj Lake at sunset with Downtown Dubai in silhouette
Abras lined up on the lake as the fountain performs against the evening skyline
Traditional abra crossing the Burj Lake as the fountain rises against the Downtown skyline
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Dubai Fountain Lake Ride Ticket

15 minutes

Easy

See the performance by the world’s biggest choreographed fountain system from a small boat on the lake.
The Dubai Fountain is the world's largest choreographed fountain system, set on the 30-acre Burj Lake at the foot of the Burj Khalifa: 6,600 lights, 25 colour projectors, and jets that throw water high above the water line, shooting to classical, Arabic and contemporary tracks. Most people watch it from the promenade. This ticket puts you on the lake instead, aboard a traditional wooden abra that carries you out onto the water while the show runs around you - close enough to feel the spray, with the Burj Khalifa directly overhead and the fountain arcing above the boat rather than in front of it. The ride lasts around fifteen minutes and is timed to a performance, so you are on the water for a full show rather than catching the end of one. Shows run through the evening. It is the best view of the fountain available at any price, and it works well as something to add to a Downtown evening rather than as a trip in its own right. You will catch some spray; that is part of it.
What's included?
  • Entry or admission fee

A ride on a traditional wooden abra across Burj Lake during the Dubai Fountain show

Close-range views of the fountain jets from the water, with the Burj Khalifa behind

Exclusions
  • Parking fees
  • Food & drinks
Please note
  • Public transportation nearby

The ride lasts around 15 minutes and is timed to a fountain performance, so arrive at the boarding point on Burj Lake at least 15 minutes before your slot - boats leave with the show and cannot be held. The boarding point sits on the Dubai Mall side of the lake; details are sent with your confirmation. You will get some spray, particularly in the front of the abra, so keep phones and cameras protected. The abra is an open wooden boat with bench seating and a shallow step down at boarding, which is worth knowing for anyone with limited mobility; there is no wheelchair access. Life jackets are provided. Evening slots are the most popular and sell out first. The show runs regardless of temperature, but the lakeside can be breezy in winter, so bring a light layer.

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