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Dubai is home to the Victory Team, which races in offshore powerboat championships. In the episode above Paris kayaks around Palm Jumeirah, island-hops in Abu Dhabi and rides a Class 1 powerboat.
How visitors can ride
- Speedboat tours: fast sightseeing past the Palm, Burj Al Arab and Marina.
- Boat clubs: get a licence and drive yourself; see boats and yachts.
- Watching racing: check the season calendar for races off Dubai.
Safety
Licensed operators must provide life jackets and a briefing. Hold on, keep your back straight and tell the skipper if you have back problems.
From the Guy in Dubai video archive
About The Insane World of Powerboat Racing
The Victory Team is Dubai's powerboat racing team. It's won over 500 trophies including 24 world titles. The current winning boat has two 1,100 bhp engines, taking it to speeds over 200mph.
The craziest part of it all, is I'm going to drive it. Little old me has only ever driven a pedalo and now I'm going to take "The Beast" to extreme speeds.
So watch me attempt to drive the fastest boat on water.
FAQ
Can I ride in a racing powerboat in Dubai?
Racing boats are for crews, but speedboat tours give you a taste of the speed.
Who did Paris ride with?
The Victory Team, Dubai's powerboat racing team.
Sources
Facts checked October 2026. Opening times, age limits and seasons change, so confirm with the operator before you go.
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