4-DAY ITINERARY IN UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Departing Dubai Marina, the yacht follows a gentle coastal route past JBR’s beachfront toward Bluewaters Island. Breakwaters and engineered reefs create calm nearshore conditions, making this an ideal first day for relaxed cruising and swimming. As evening approaches, the illuminated skyline and Ain Dubai form a striking backdrop for your first night on board.

Daily Highlights:

• Leisurely cruise past JBR and Palm Jumeirah
• Swim stop in sheltered coastal waters
• Tender access to Bluewaters Island promenade
• Welcome dinner on deck beneath city lights

Heading north, the coastline gradually softens as urban density gives way to mangrove forests and tidal lagoons. Al Zorah Nature Reserve offers naturally protected waters with shallow depths and minimal swell, providing a peaceful contrast to Dubai’s energy. The area is known for its biodiversity, including resident flamingos and migratory birdlife.

Daily Highlights:

• Mangrove kayaking and lagoon exploration
• Bird-watching from tender or deck
• Beach walk along quiet sandbanks
• Sunset aperitif in a low-light anchorage

This southbound passage follows open coastal waters toward Abu Dhabi, where Saadiyat Island’s broad beaches and gentle seabed contours create excellent anchoring conditions. The island’s shoreline is known for its clarity and conservation efforts, offering calm swimming and a refined beachfront atmosphere close to the capital’s cultural district.

Daily Highlights:

• Morning cruise with uninterrupted horizons
• Swim stop off Saadiyat’s protected beaches
• Optional private visit to Louvre Abu Dhabi
• Dinner on board with Abu Dhabi skyline views

The final leg returns north along the Emirates’ open coastline, offering a relaxed day at sea under predictable conditions. Approaching Dubai, the familiar skyline gradually reappears, marking a smooth and elegant conclusion to the journey. Polaris coordinates a seamless arrival back into Dubai Marina for disembarkation.

Daily Highlights:

• Breakfast at sea during the return passage
• Final swim stop en route
• Scenic approach into Dubai Marina
• Optional private transfer or curated city experience