New Year’s Eve in Dubai: Watch fireworks from the sea aboard RTA ferry, abra

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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled special offers and premium services for a breathtaking show on the eve of the New Year 2024 aboard marine transit modes – Dubai Ferry, abra and water taxi.

Dubai Ferry rides will start between 10:00 pm and 10:30 pm on New Year’s Eve and continue up to 01:30 am (the following day). The Water Taxi and Abra trips will start between 10:00 pm and 10:30 pm and end at 01:30 am (of the following day).

Abra

The journey of the Abra and the Water Taxi will start from the Marina Mall station (Dubai Marina). The abra fare is Dhs150 per person, and booking the entire Water Taxi will cost Dhs3750. Children under two years can ride for free.

Dubai Ferry

Dubai Ferry trips will start from Marina Mall Station (Dubai Marina), Ghubaiba Station and Bluewaters Station.

The fare is Dhs350 for the silver class and Dhs525 for the gold class, with a 50 per cent discount for children aged two to 10, and free for infants (less than two). Abra journey will start from Al Jaddaf Station, Al Fahidi Station and Al Ghubaiba Marine Transport Station at a fare of Dhs150 for adults, and free for infants under two years.

The Dubai Ferry, Water Bus, Water Taxi and abras have special appeal to Dubai residents, visitors, and tourists, thanks to the picturesque coastal line of the city, which boasts of an array of fabulous tourist attractions such as the World Islands, Nakheel Islands, Dubai Water Canal, heritage destinations and deluxe hotels.

RTA said individuals interested in availing of this service can call its dial-free number (8009090) or send an e-mail to ([email protected]) to learn more about the authority’s special offers and premium services.

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