It's winter and there is an opportunity for a water sport, would you be interested? You might not be interested in other countries or regions, but Dubai is different than others. When the entire world shivers with cold waves, Dubai thrives with pleasant temperatures. So, it becomes an opportune moment to try floating activities. 

And it’s not like you have just one or two watersports to enjoy; there is an entire list of floating activities in Dubai you can pick. Isn't that an interesting way to spend your winters? Well, it certainly is and with Next Holidays, the best travel agency in UAE, you can spend your winters full of adventures.       

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So, here are the floating activities that you must try in Dubai.

7 Floating Activities to Try in Dubai 2026

Water sports are one of the major attractions, but water sports in winters are a rarity at any place. To say that you’ve experienced all activities in winters is not what everyone can say. 

So, here are a few Dubai water activities you can enjoy during winters:

1. Dubai’s Aqua Fun Park – World's Largest Floating Park

If watersports are on your mind, why not visit the world’s biggest park for floating activities? It is Dubai’s Aqua Fun, located in Jumeriah Residence Beach. The entire floating park is expanded in the 42,400 sq. meters. 

In this entire floating park, you will find more than 110 activities to play around with. 

Venue: Dubai Aqua Fun Park, Jumeirah Residence Beach (JRS) 

Charges: 

• For adults, it ranges from 139-160 AED. 
• For Children, it is slightly lower, ranging around 100 AED which is 2,000 INR approx. 

Timings: 

• Available 7 days a week from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM. 
• A midday off between 12 PM to 3 PM can occur. 

Best Time to Participate: 

• The November to March is an appropriate time with pleasant weather. 
• Prefer weekdays to avoid crowds and long waiting times. 

Precautionary Measures: 

• Visitors should have a basic understanding of swimming, as there are 20-50 meters between the shore and the floating park. 
• Life jackets and safety guards are available at any time for securing participants. 

2. Floating Breathwork & Yoga Under the Stars

Performing yoga on a mat is regular and you might have done it before. However, it would be interesting to perform yoga on floating mats. Interesting, isn’t it? That is what you get in Dubai during winters.

Venue: The floating session occurs at two venues: 

• One is the ‘MGallery The Retreat Palm Dubai,’ where you can attend floating breathwork weekly on Sunday. 
• Another is ‘W Dubai – Mina Seyahi,’ where you can experience floating breathwork and Yoga under the stars. 

Charges & Timings: Since there are two separate venues for the sessions, here’s the price breakdown: 

• At The Retreat Palm Dubai, the charges for floating breathwork are 350 AED. The timing is every Sunday between 8 PM to 10 PM. 
• At W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, the charges for floating breathwork & yoga under the rocks are 250 AED. The timing is Wednesday between 7 to 8 PM. 

[Note: The 100 AED in Mina Seyahi is redeemable at Ginger Moon on food & drinks.]

Best Timing to Participate: 

• The best time duration to participate in these top Dubai water activities is between November to March in winter. 
• If you want to participate, early timing in the day is an appropriate time. 

[Note: For peaceful sessions, the number of participants is limited to 15 members at once.]

Precautionary Measures: 

• Remain hydrated before and after the floating activities for better convenience. 
• For floating activities, it is best to avoid participating under the influence of any alcohol or other substance.

3. Flyboarding – Fly with the Wind

Ever thought about how the world looks from above? You’d probably say that it is visible from a flight, but how about a bird’s perspective? If not, there’s one way to experience it – Flyboarding or jetpacking. 

In Dubai, you can experience this floating activity and know what it feels like to be a flying man. 

Venue: 

• Jumeirah Beach Residence 
• Dubai Marina 
• Palm Jumeirah 
• Burj AI Arab. 

Charges & Timings: 

• There is a 30-minute duration session that costs you about 340 AED (approx. 6,900 INR). 
• Additional charges are based on the equipment, such as jackets, helmets, and training from an instructor. 

Best Time to Participate: 

• For flyboarding, the best time to arrive at the venues is during the daytime, from 10:30 AM to 4 PM. 
• You can also book private sessions during this time or utilise some multi-session packages. 

Precautionary Measures: 

• Wearing life jackets, helmets, boots and other safety measures to avoid any setbacks or injuries. 
• If you are under a substance or alcohol, or if you have physical abilities or have heart conditions, it is best to avoid flyboarding. 

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4. Parasailing – Up, Up and Away

Enjoying boating in Dubai seems like an interesting activity but one addition can make boating more fun? Parasailing. If you want to explore the overall ocean and experience a view from the above, do participate in parasailing. 

Venues: 

• Jumeriah Beach Residence (JBR) 
• Dubai Merina 
• Palm Jumeriah 
• Dubai Creek 
• Dubai Harbour 

Charges & Timings: 

• For a 10 to 15-minute session, the per head charge is AED 400 to AED 500. 
• You can participate every day in between 10 AM to 6 PM. 

Best Time to Participate: 

• For a better weather conditions and pleasant climate, arrive during the winters which is between November to March. 
• For amazing landscapes and view of the sun, evening or the around the sunset. 

Precautionary Measures: 

• Equip proper safety measures like helmet, life jackets, while parasailing to avoid any uncertainties. 
• Fly solo if you have gained experience in the activity. Tandem is also available with a weight limitation from 50 kg to 170 kg. 
• Tourists who have height phobia or heart conditions and pregnant women should avoid parasailing. 

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5. Snorkelling & Diving – Time to Float

Ever thought about witnessing sea life while floating on the surface? Well, snorkeling is one way to do that. All you have to do is to be ready with your swimming skills and lungs full of oxygen, are you ready? 

Venue:

• Atlantis the Palm – where coral reefs and various marine creatures are. 
• Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo – offers a constructed diving area. 
• Snoopy Island & Fujairah Coast – open water coast offering marine diversity. 
• Deep Live Dubai – offers an indoor area for diving and snorkelling 

Charges & Timings: 

• For snorkeling, you will be charged AED 200 to AED 400; For diving, you will be charged AED 500 to AED 1500. 
• Deep Dive Dubai session for diving costs you about AED 350 for starters. 
• The timing for the floating activities is during daytime, which is 9 AM to 5 PM. 

Best Time to Participate: 

• The best time to participate in or enjoy this activity is from November to March for the best climatic conditions. 

Precautionary Measures: 

• It is best if you know basic swimming or have basic swimming skills for both diving and snorkeling. 
• Ensure the activity happens under the supervision of an expert to avoid any uncertainty. 

6. Waterboarding – Speed Past Ocean Waves

What if you feel the wind on your face at quite speed? Sounds like an amazing adventure, so have you heard of waterboarding? It’s a speeding board floating activity where you ride a board while being towed by a speed boat. 

Venue: 

• Dubai Marina 
• Jumeriah Beach Residence 
• Dubai Creek Harbour 

Charges & Timing: 

• The average price range for the activity starts from AED 315 to AED 600. 
• The available sessions are 30-mintue, 60 minute or multi-hour sessions or you can ask for a group session. 
• Arrive at the venue between 9 AM to 6:30 PM for your participation. 

Best Time to Participate: 

• In Dubai, the best time to participate in this watersport activity is from November to March. 
• During this time, the weather is pleasant, and the water temperature is bearable. 
• Avoid midday due to intense heat. 

Precautionary Measures: 

• Ensure you are wearing a life jacket while your wakeboard. 
• For beginners, guided lessons and tutors are available. 
• It is best if you know how to swim and can handle yourself in case you lose control. 
• Make sure you have supervision while you perform this activity. 
• For participants with back problems, it is best if you avoid waterboarding. 

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7. Donut Ride – Relax, Sit and Enjoy the Bumpy Ride

So, do you have a chance to enjoy floating activities solo or with your group? Of course, it’s fun with the group. So, one of the best Dubai water activities that you can enjoy with your group is ‘Donut Ride.’ 

It’s a round-shaped tube allowing a group to enjoy the floating session at a time. 

Venue: 

• Dubai Marina 
• Jumeriah Beach Residence 
• Palm Jumeriah 
• Dubai Creek Harbour 

Charges & Timings: 

• For the Donut ride, you will be charged around AED 105 to AED 150 per person for a 15-minute ride. 
• The time schedule for the activity is 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM, and any change in the time depends on the weather conditions. 

Best Time to Participate: 

• In terms of duration, the appropriate time to participate in this activity is November to March. 
• Avoid going in the midday. Instead, go in the early morning or evening, which is around 5 PM. 

Precautionary Measures: 

• Do not avoid any mandatory equipment such as vest belts, life jackets, helmets, etc. 
• If you are a first-timer, it is best to have a training session before the ride. 
• Arrive at the venue 15-20 minutes before for an early briefing and preparation. 

Time for an Adventurous Winter Season in Dubaiz

The cold surrounding and the chilling air in winters is how winters are everywhere. However, that is not how people in Dubai spends winter season, but they spend their entire time chilling and enjoying various floating activities. 

You can also enjoy these floating activities, and we know you are excited with the prospect of having such an adventurous winter. So, if you wish to spend your winters in a unique way participating in various floating activities of your choice, we can help you plan such a trip.     

So, spend your winters in Dubai style!