Yacht · Dubai Harbour
Van Dutch Connect Motor Yacht for Hire
AED 1 400an hour · from 3 hours
- Max guests
- 10
- Vessel length
- 40′
- Base duration
- 3
Trip length
- 2
- AED 2 800
- 3
- AED 4 200
- 4
- AED 5 600
Pay a 30 % deposit to confirm the slot. The rest (70 %) is paid on the day.
- Captain in the price
- Insurance and fuel covered
- Weather cancels: you pick a new date or a refund
- Vessel type
- Yacht
- Vessel length
- 40′
- Max guests
- 10
- Private cabins
- 1
- Staff on board
- Captain, 1 crew
- Year of build
- —
- Base duration
- 3
- Departure dock
- Dubai Harbour
Charter the Van Dutch Connect for your private sea escape starting from AED 1400 per hour, departing directly from Dubai Harbour. Operated by Pearl & Meridian, this stylish 40 ft motor yacht welcomes up to 10 guests with full comfort, generous lounge spaces, an experienced captain, and attentive crew ready for memorable coastal voyages.
What's on board
- Soft drinks
- Life jackets
- Ice Box
- Speaker
- Sun beds
- Toilet
- Cold water
- Towels
- Cutlery & Crockery
What Group Capacity Fits on Board Comfortably?
Private outings on the Van Dutch Connect yacht accommodate groups of up to 10 guests comfortably across its 40 ft deck. The smart layout includes 1 cabin below deck, providing privacy and convenience whenever you wish to step away from the sun. The open-plan architecture ensures generous seating for everyone without feeling crowded during your gathering.
Sailing out of Dubai Harbour, the vessel offers plenty of room to move freely between the shaded seating zone and open deck areas. Whether hosting friends or colleagues, the clean footprint of this motor yacht ensures that each guest enjoys uninterrupted sea views across the water throughout the entire trip.
Refined Deck Spaces Built for Outdoor Comfort
Generous sun beds dominate the exterior of the Van Dutch Connect yacht, giving sunbathers ample room to recline while cruising past the shoreline. An integrated speaker system connects easily to personal devices, allowing guests to set the soundtrack for their day. Clean modern lines ensure comfortable social spaces from bow to stern.
Down below, a well-maintained toilet adds complete practicality for longer outings on the water from Dubai Harbour. Plush outdoor cushions, shaded zones, and wide walkways let guests move safely across the deck, ensuring complete relaxation whether you are sipping chilled drinks or admiring panoramic views across open water.
Who Manages Navigation and Crew Duties on Board?
Every journey on the Van Dutch Connect yacht is staffed by a qualified Captain alongside 1 crew member dedicated to guest comfort and smooth handling. They manage marina departures, offshore navigation, and return docking smoothly so you can focus entirely on your gathering. In addition, certified life jackets are provided on board for all guests.
Boarding at Dubai Harbour requires no passport checks or complex paperwork, ensuring a prompt start to your journey. From serving chilled refreshments to organizing sun deck seating, our professional crew takes care of every operational detail while maintaining a relaxed, private ambiance throughout your cruise along the coast.
Essential Provisions Included with Your Charter
Complimentary cold water, soft drinks, and fresh towels are supplied on every trip aboard the Van Dutch Connect yacht. A spacious ice box keeps all beverages thoroughly chilled under the midday heat, while life jackets and standard safety gear are securely stored on deck. Cutlery and crockery are readily available upon request.
All quoted prices include applicable VAT, with zero hidden surcharges added to your final invoice. Guests are welcome to bring their own favorite foods, snacks, and alcoholic beverages on board at no extra cost, making it easy to create a custom dining experience during your voyage from Dubai Harbour.
Iconic Landmarks and Scenic Cruising Paths
Departing on the Van Dutch Connect yacht opens up classic coastal sights across the city's maritime landscape. Guests can choose from popular itineraries including the Atlantis Tour around Palm Jumeirah, the Burj Al Arab Tour, the Dubai Water Canal Tour, the Premium Tour, or an extended run toward The World Islands Tour.
Each route provides uninterrupted views of modern architectural highlights and historic waterfront districts. Because your charter is entirely private, our Captain can hold position near major landmarks for photographs or adjust cruising pace to match the rhythm of your group as you explore the waters around Dubai Harbour.
What Minimum Duration Sets the Hourly Price?
Hiring the Van Dutch Connect yacht starts at AED 1400 per hour, offering transparent pricing with all taxes and core amenities included. A minimum charter of 3+ hours applies to every booking, providing sufficient time to navigate scenic offshore routes comfortably without rushing back to the marina berths.
Optional activities such as deep-sea fishing can be arranged for AED 150 including rods, tackle, and bait, with the option to have your catch cooked on board for AED 150. Departing from Dubai Harbour, this three-hour window guarantees ample relaxation, swimming stops, and sightseeing along the world-famous shoreline.
How Does Digital Booking and Card Payment Work?
Initiating a reservation for the Van Dutch Connect yacht takes place entirely through our WhatsApp chat. Simply send your preferred date, desired departure time, total guest count, and any requested add-ons. Our coordinator replies within fifteen minutes between 9 AM and 11 PM Gulf time to confirm scheduling and answer specific route questions.
Once details are agreed, you receive a secure digital payment link to submit the 30% deposit required to reserve your slot. The remaining balance is settled prior to stepping on board at Dubai Harbour. In case of unsuitable marine conditions, your outing is rescheduled or your payment is fully returned.
Tailored Birthday Styling and Corporate Gatherings on Deck
Planning an anniversary, milestone birthday, or client meeting aboard the Van Dutch Connect yacht delivers an exclusive setting on the water. Our team can set up festive yacht decoration before you arrive from AED 350, coordinate a celebration cake from AED 250, or arrange candles and flowers starting from AED 400.
Professional event photography is available from AED 500 per hour, and hot dinner can be served on board from AED 250 per guest. Groups departing from Dubai Harbour can also connect their playlists directly to the sound system, bringing a personalized atmosphere to business meetings or celebratory evenings against the coastal skyline.
Other options in this class
See all boatsCruises on this yacht
- Premium Tour Marina Walk · Ain Dubai · Atlantis · Burj Al Arab · Twisted Bridge · Tolerance Bridge · Waterfall Bridge · Business Bay · Design District · Old Deira · Canal 6-8 hours
- The World Islands Tour Marina Walk · Ain Dubai · Atlantis · Burj Al Arab · Antarctica Island 5 hours
- Dubai Water Canal Tour Marina Walk · Ain Dubai · Atlantis · Burj Al Arab · Twisted Bridge · Tolerance Bridge · Waterfall Bridge · Business Bay 4-5 hours
Yacht specifications
What Is Included in the Van Dutch Connect Charter Rate?
Chartering Van Dutch Connect includes your Captain, 1 crew, soft drinks, cold water, towels, life jackets, an ice box, sun beds, toilet access, and an onboard speaker. Cutlery and crockery are available on request, and VAT is included in the AED 1400 hourly rate.
Is it possible to add a fishing trip to our rental?
Yes, fishing gear including rods, tackle, and bait can be arranged on Van Dutch Connect for AED 150. Our crew can also cook your freshly caught fish on board for an additional AED 150 upon request during your minimum charter of 3+ hours.
What payment methods are accepted to confirm our charter?
After agreeing on your date and route in our WhatsApp chat, our manager sends a secure digital link for card payment. A 30% deposit locks in your reservation, and the remaining balance is paid before boarding at Dubai Harbour.
Can we hire this vessel as a bareboat rental?
No, Van Dutch Connect is chartered exclusively with our licensed Captain and 1 crew member. They manage all docking, maritime safety, and navigation from Dubai Harbour, allowing you and your up to 10 guests to relax without operating duties.
Are there minimum age rules for guests joining the boat trip?
Guests of all ages are welcome on board Van Dutch Connect for private cruises, and no passports or ID documents are required to board. However, optional water sports add-ons such as jet ski rentals carry a strict minimum age requirement of 18+.
What extra entertainment and water sports can we arrange?
You can arrange jet skis, flyboards, seabobs, paddle boards, banana towables, and snorkelling gear. We also organize fishing setups, bespoke catering, event decorations from AED 350, cake delivery from AED 250, and professional onboard photography starting from AED 500 per hour.