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Abu Dhabi: Yas Island Self-Drive Speedboat Tour - With Guide 20% OFF

Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
$122.80
$153.50
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Looking for a jet ski experience in Abu Dhabi? Discover a comfortable and stable alternative with Bayside Water Rides’ Guided Self-Drive Speedboat Tour around Yas Island.

12-ft Boat — Ideal for 2 guests
Maximum combined guest weight: 200 kg

You drive your own small boat while following our captain in a separate lead boat. The captain leads the group along a planned 90-minute route around Yas Island, passing some of Abu Dhabi’s most recognizable waterfront landmarks.

The experience includes an island stop and optional automatic onboard narration in 15 languages. Guests may listen to the narration or switch it off and play their own music through the boat’s Bluetooth sound system.

The boats are small, stable and easy to operate, including for first-time boaters. A complete safety and driving briefing is provided before departure, and no boating licence is required.

Each booking receives its own private boat. Unrelated guests are not placed together in the same boat.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

1 - 12ft Boat for 90min
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
12ft Boat + Guide in Own Boat: Ideal for 2 people. Max combined weight: 200 kg. Optional audio commentary available in 15 languages.
Tour guide
Language: English
Audio guide

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Planned 90-minute route around Yas Island
  • Island stop
  • Captain leading from a separate lead boat
  • Optional automatic narration in 15 languages
  • Bluetooth sound system
  • Fuel
  • Private self-drive speedboat
  • Bottled water
  • Life jackets
  • Full safety and driving briefing

Meeting point
Bayside Water Rides Al Bandar Marina, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi — near Yas Island Enter through the marina gate immediately before Pacifico TIKI Lounge. Walk toward the marina and look for the Bayside Water Rides sign and boats. Underground parking is available at Al Bandar Marina.
Return details
Bayside Water Rides Al Bandar Marina, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi — near Yas Island Enter through the marina gate immediately before Pacifico TIKI Lounge. Walk toward the marina and look for the Bayside Water Rides sign and boats. Underground parking is available at Al Bandar Marina.

  • Experience Yas Island like never before on a self-drive boat tour with immersive audio narration — perfect for solo adventurers or small groups. Capture stunning photos, explore at your own pace, and enjoy Abu Dhabi’s iconic sights: -Ferrari World Abu Dhabi – see the striking red roof from the water and hear its story. -Yas Marina Circuit / Formula 1 – cruise past the legendary track and feel the thrill. -Yas Links Golf Course & HSBC Open – glide alongside lush greens. -W Hotel & Waterfront Architecture – admire the bold skyline and marina. -Raha Canals – navigate serene waterways. -Mangroves & Wildlife – explore peaceful areas teeming with birds and marine life. -“The Giant” Sculpture – marvel at this emerging landmark. -Private Island Stop – swim, relax, and explore. Whether solo or with friends, this self-drive adventure with audio storytelling combines sightseeing, exploration, and photo-perfect moments for an unforgettable Yas Island experience. (pass by)
  • Experience Ferrari World Abu Dhabi like never before from the calm waters of Yas Island. As you glide your self-drive boat, the immersive audio guide brings the scene to life, sharing stories and insights that make you feel part of the excitement. Marvel at the striking red roof, the massive Ferrari logo, and the bold architectural design, all seen from this unique water-level perspective. Capture unforgettable photos as the mix of gliding on the shimmering water and taking in this iconic landmark creates a one-of-a-kind sensory experience. Perfect for solo explorers or groups, it’s a breathtaking way to connect with one of Abu Dhabi’s most famous attractions. (pass by)
  • At this stop, glide past the iconic Yas Marina Circuit, home of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, and feel the excitement from the water. The immersive audio guide shares stories that bring the track and its surroundings to life, letting you experience the thrill even as you steer your own boat. Admire the striking W Hotel with its bold architecture rising above the waterfront, and take in the vibrant Yas Island marina, shimmering coastline, and leisure hub atmosphere. Perfect for solo travelers or groups, this stop blends adrenaline, luxury, and the freedom of self-driving for an unforgettable perspective of Yas Island. (pass by)
  • At this stop, take in the breathtaking architecture along Yas Island’s waterfront. From your self-drive boat, admire the sleek lines and striking silhouettes of the buildings rising above the shimmering waters, including the bold W Hotel and surrounding leisure hubs. The immersive audio guide brings each landmark to life, sharing stories that reveal the vision behind these iconic structures. Whether exploring solo or with friends, this stop combines stunning architecture, vibrant waterfront energy, and the freedom of steering your own boat for an unforgettable Yas Island experience. (pass by)
  • This stop brings you alongside the lush greens of Yas Links Golf Course, home to the prestigious HSBC Abu Dhabi Golf Open. From your self-drive boat, admire the perfectly manicured fairways and stunning coastal views, while the immersive audio guide shares stories about the tournament, the course design, and its role as a world-class golfing destination. Whether exploring solo or with friends, this stop combines the serenity of the water with the elegance of Yas Links, offering unique photo opportunities and a fresh perspective on one of Abu Dhabi’s most iconic sporting venues. (pass by)

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum driver age: 21 years
  • A valid ID is required
  • No boating licence required
  • Guests must arrive 15 minutes before departure
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Abu Dhabi: Yas Island Self-Drive Speedboat Tour - With Guide 20% OFF

    Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
    $122.80
    $153.50
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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