Quick facts
| Thrill | 3 of 5: |
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| Water confidence needed | 2 of 5: |
| Sea life and scenery | – |
| Family-friendly | – |
| Guy's verdict | – |
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Pick your speed
- Fast: jet skis, powerboats
- Skill: wakeboarding, kitesurfing, paddleboarding
- Calm: kayaking, snorkelling
- Under water: scuba, freediving
- Your own boat: yachts and boat clubs
The rules
Dubai's maritime authority licenses water sports and jet ski rental centres. Among its rules: rental centres must not rent jet skis to anyone under 16, must brief every renter, and jet skis may not be used after sunset. Life vests are compulsory.
Paris's own day on the water is in Adventures by sea.
Picking by personality
Not sure where to start? If you like control, take the kayak or a paddleboard. If you want speed with someone else driving, book a passenger ride or a powerboat trip. If you want a skill to bring home, take lessons: wakeboarding and freediving are both easy to start and take years to master.
New for this season
Pool options have grown: see Deep Dive Dubai for scuba and snorkelling in a sunken city, and freediving. On the coast, Paris's own picks are kayaking the Palm and the shipwreck dive.
Want to drive the boat yourself? Read how Paris got a boat licence in two days.
FAQ
Are water sports open all year?
Yes, though midday summer heat is intense; book morning or late-afternoon slots.
Sources
Facts checked October 2026. Opening times, age limits and seasons change, so confirm with the operator before you go.
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