About Xclusive Yachts – Behind Al Majara Towers 2
Xclusive Yachts – Behind Al Majara Towers 2 is not a conventional theatre, arena or fixed-capacity entertainment venue. It is the Dubai Marina lounge, check-in area and waterside departure point for a fleet of sightseeing boats, event houseboats and superyachts. The business remains open and trading in 2026, with its head office at Retail Unit 3, Marina Level, Al Majara Tower, Al Hubob Street. Some visitor directions specify Al Majara Tower 2 or describe the berth as being in front of Nuran Residences.
The distinctive feature is that the “venue” changes with the booking. Guests may board a compact yacht for a private gathering, a two-deck houseboat for a dinner or corporate function, or a tri-deck superyacht for a party, networking event or premium dining cruise. Consequently, there is no single capacity, seating chart, room dimension or permanent stage.
History and Development
Xclusive Yachts was established in Dubai in 2006, reportedly beginning with one boat under founder Amit Patel. The specific opening date of the Al Majara lounge has not been published, so it should not be treated as a separately documented historic venue. The company’s wider history is clearer: it expanded from private charters into marine training, boat-club membership, sightseeing, shared cruises and large-scale floating events.
A significant programming change came in 2018 with shared yacht tours, allowing individual passengers to buy places without chartering an entire vessel. In 2022 the 140-foot Stardom widened the company’s superyacht offering. Encore and Behike joined the premium charter programme in late 2024, adding more options for private functions and curated public experiences.
In 2026, the company marked two decades of operation and developed a lifestyle-club model built around regular wellness, social and professional events. This evolution matters more than a conventional building renovation: Xclusive Yachts renews its visitor experience primarily by adding vessels, cruise formats and onboard production rather than rebuilding one permanent hall.
Events and Programming
The Al Majara operation books experiences rather than traditional touring concerts. From 2021 onwards, its core programme has included private yacht hire, one-hour marina sightseeing, breakfast and barbecue cruises, speedboat tours, fishing, sunset trips, dinner cruises, weddings, birthdays and corporate functions. Public cruises generally run daily, while themed parties and special events appear seasonally.
Programming broadened between 2022 and 2025 through superyacht experiences, live onboard musicians, DJs, saxophonists, dinner cruises, gala functions and motorsport hospitality. Corporate clients can commission launches, conferences, networking nights, award ceremonies and staff parties, with optional dancers, magicians, percussionists, hosts and branded entertainment. There is no evidence of a regular calendar of named touring bands or theatre productions.
Its 2026 programme demonstrated a strong lifestyle focus: wellness mornings with breathwork and ice baths, all-white sunset parties, women-only dance and networking cruises, social swimming trips and a dog-friendly yacht day. A pet-focused sunset event was among the publicly announced experiences still ahead after 13 August 2026. No reliable dated programme for 2027 or later had been published, although the membership operation advertises more than 50 curated experiences per year.
Prices vary substantially. One-hour shared tours have recently been listed around AED 89–119 per person. Special 2026 wellness, sunset and community events have generally started around AED 250–400, while premium party and superyacht products can cost more. Private charter rates begin at roughly AED 500 per hour for smaller boats and rise into several thousand dirhams per hour for superyachts.
Tickets and Booking
Shared tours use per-person tickets tied to a fixed departure time. Private bookings reserve the complete vessel and normally require a deposit, with the balance settled before departure. Popular sunset, weekend and cooler-season sailings should be booked early; the operator specifically identifies sunset departures as the quickest to fill. Same-day availability sometimes exists, but it is risky for groups or special occasions.
Cancellation terms depend on the product. Many shared tours allow cancellation up to 24 hours beforehand, whereas private-charter conditions become progressively stricter within 48 hours of departure. Weather, mechanical issues and Coast Guard restrictions can result in rescheduling or cancellation. Always use the conditions attached to the specific booking rather than assuming every cruise follows one policy.
Seating, Capacity and Layout
Shared sightseeing cruises typically have no reserved places. Guests move between an air-conditioned lower deck and an open upper deck, subject to crew instructions and safe vessel loading. Speedboat seating is usually first come, first served. For the best skyline photographs, board promptly and use the outer upper-deck areas, while the lower saloon is better for shade, air conditioning and reduced wind.
Current event-fleet specifications illustrate the range available:
Vessel Published maximum Key layout
Xclusive 8 60 guests 90-foot houseboat with upper event deck and enclosed lower deck Xclusive 15 190 guests 125-foot houseboat with 8,500 sq ft of deck space Xclusive 35 50 guests 110-foot yacht with saloon, aft deck and flybridge Encore 30 guests Tri-deck superyacht with saloons, cabins and outdoor lounges Stardom 100 guests 140-foot tri-deck yacht with five cabins and multiple decks Behike 36 guests 141-foot tri-deck yacht with expansive saloons and flybridge
These figures are maximum passenger capacities, not guarantees of fully seated dining. Banquet chairs, dining tables, cocktail furniture, lounge cubes and presentation seating can be arranged for private events. Exact seated capacity depends on catering stations, dance floors, production equipment and the route approved for the voyage.
Design and Technical Capabilities
The event houseboats prioritise broad, relatively open decks, panoramic glazing and flexible furniture. Xclusive 15 has floor-to-ceiling windows in its conditioned areas, an upper lounge and bar, while the superyachts use a more residential design of timber-finished saloons, upholstered lounges, cabins, flybridges and teak-style exterior decks. There are no published dimensions for the Al Majara lounge itself.
Production is modular rather than permanently installed like an arena rig. Available arrangements include speakers, microphones, Bluetooth audio, DJs, projection screens, LED displays, uplighting, moving or patterned dance-floor lights, wall branding and custom décor. The operator does not publish speaker brands, wattage, mixing-console models, rigging loads or power-distribution specifications. Event organisers requiring a technical rider should obtain a vessel-specific production plan before confirming the charter.
Getting There and Parking
The check-in lounge is at Retail Unit 3, Marina Level, Al Majara Tower 2, Al Hubob Street, Dubai Marina. Approach from the waterside promenade rather than searching for a street-level theatre entrance. The boarding berth may be described as behind Al Majara Towers or near Nuran Residences, so follow the vessel and meeting-point details on the booking confirmation.
Metro: DMCC station on the Red Line is the most useful stop, approximately a 7–10-minute walk depending on the exit and pace. Walk towards the marina and Nuran Residences. Tram: Dubai Marina Mall tram station is another option, especially when connecting from elsewhere around the Marina or JBR.
Taxi or rideshare: request an Al Majara Towers drop-off, then descend to the marina promenade. Driving: the operator recommends Dubai Marina Mall, where up to three hours of parking has commonly been complimentary; charges after that period follow the mall’s current tariff. Allow extra time for Marina traffic, lifts and the walk to the berth.
Inside the Venue
Guests check in at the marina lounge before staff escort them to the assigned vessel. The lounge has air conditioning and complimentary Wi-Fi, while many boats provide air-conditioned lower decks, open viewing decks and onboard toilets. Onboard Wi-Fi is advertised for some products but should not be assumed on every boat. No permanent coat check, merchandise counter or public box office facility is advertised.
Food depends entirely on the package. Short tours may include only bottled water; longer shared cruises can include breakfast, barbecue or buffet dining. Premium parties may add an open bar, cocktails, sushi stations or live cooking. Recent reviews show that visitors should check whether “beverages” means soft drinks only, as alcohol packages and professional photographs can involve additional charges.
Nearby Amenities
Dubai Marina Mall is the easiest place for coffee, casual meals, pharmacies and last-minute essentials. Its current dining mix includes cafés, fast food, Levantine cuisine, Italian food, sushi and family restaurants. Pier 7, connected to the mall area, offers several floors of more polished marina-view dining and bars suitable for a pre-cruise meal.
Nearby accommodation includes JW Marriott Hotel Marina, which has direct access to Dubai Marina Mall, Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina and Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club. Rove Dubai Marina is a more informal option farther along the waterfront. For a timed departure, a hotel near the mall or Al Hubob Street minimises the risk of Marina traffic delays.
Accessibility and Inclusive Facilities
ADA compliance is not applicable because the Americans with Disabilities Act is United States legislation. More importantly, accessibility differs between the shore facility and the boats. The business listing identifies wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and a toilet at the landside operation, but the official Dubai tourism listing states that a commonly used one-hour shared yacht is not wheelchair accessible.
Do not assume that a step-free lounge means step-free boarding. Gangways, tide levels, deck steps, narrow passages and stairs between decks may prevent independent wheelchair access. Travellers with reduced mobility should obtain written confirmation for the exact vessel, boarding method, toilet and deck they need. No published information confirms hearing loops, tactile signage, captioned commentary or universally accessible yacht toilets.
Visitor Experiences and Practical Policies
Recent visitor feedback is strongly positive overall, particularly about attentive crews, clean vessels, skyline views, smooth boarding and the atmosphere created by music and open decks. Recurring criticisms concern limited food selection, crowded waiting areas on busy departures, uncertainty over alcohol inclusions and photography-package pricing. Reading the exact inclusions is therefore more useful than choosing solely by the headline description.
Original identification is mandatory: tourists need a passport, while UAE residents can use accepted local identification. Footwear is normally removed before boarding private yachts. Pets, smoking inside, littering, reckless behaviour and unauthorised jumping are prohibited. Swimming is permitted only when the booked experience includes it and the captain approves; many sightseeing and party cruises prohibit it completely.
The company forms part of a wider maritime-tourism ecosystem that Dubai has actively expanded through new marinas, berths, hospitality and transport services. Xclusive Yachts reports a fleet exceeding 100 craft and more than 500 employees, although no audited figure isolates the economic contribution of the Al Majara departure point. Its clearest cultural impact has been making yacht travel available through shared tickets and creating floating social, wellness and networking programmes for residents as well as tourists.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Xclusive Yachts behind Al Majara Towers 2 a normal entertainment venue?
No. It is a check-in lounge, marina berth and departure point for multiple vessels. There is no single auditorium, stage or seating chart. Your actual venue is the yacht named in the booking, and its size, layout, catering, production facilities and accessibility may differ substantially from another Xclusive vessel.
What is the exact address?
The landside office is Retail Unit 3, Marina Level, Al Majara Tower 2, Al Hubob Street, Dubai Marina. Some official material shortens this to Al Majara Tower, while boarding instructions may say behind Al Majara Towers or near Nuran Residences. Go down to the marina promenade rather than waiting at a residential tower lobby.
Which Dubai Metro station is closest?
DMCC station on the Red Line is the recommended station. From there, walk towards Dubai Marina and Nuran Residences, allowing roughly 7–10 minutes plus time to locate the marina-level lounge. Dubai Marina Mall tram station is also nearby, but DMCC is generally the simpler rail option for passengers arriving from central Dubai.
Where should taxi and rideshare drivers drop passengers?
Ask for Al Majara Towers on Al Hubob Street. After drop-off, follow the pedestrian route down to the waterfront promenade and look for Xclusive staff or signage. Do not use Dubai Harbour as an alternative unless the confirmation specifically names it, because several premium events depart from Dubai Harbour rather than the Al Majara marina.
Is parking available at the boarding point?
Dedicated visitor spaces beside the berth are limited, so the recommended option is Dubai Marina Mall. The operator has commonly advertised three hours of complimentary mall parking, after which the current mall tariff applies. Allow at least 15 minutes to park, reach marina level and walk to check-in, particularly during evenings and weekends.
How early should guests arrive?
Arrive 30 minutes early for most charters and at least 45 minutes early when the product specifically requests it. Boats leave at their scheduled time, and late passengers are generally treated as no-shows without a refund. Groups should allow additional time for parking, identification checks, final payments, safety instructions and escort to the assigned berth.
What identification is required?
Tourists should carry their original passport. UAE residents may present an original passport, Emirates ID or accepted UAE driving licence. Copies or photographs may not satisfy marine-authority requirements. The charter terms warn that missing identification can lead to denied boarding and regulatory penalties, so check every member of the group before leaving the hotel.
What is the venue capacity?
There is no single capacity. Current event vessels range from approximately 30 guests on Encore to 190 on Xclusive 15. Other options include Xclusive 35 for 50, Xclusive 8 for 60, Behike for 36 and Stardom for 100. Maximum passenger numbers do not necessarily equal seated dining capacity.
Are seats reserved on shared cruises?
Most shared yacht tours do not allocate specific seats or tables. Passengers can generally move between open and enclosed decks when safe to do so. Arriving early improves the choice of outdoor positions, but personal belongings should not be used to block large areas. Always follow crew instructions when the vessel is manoeuvring or sea conditions change.
Can wheelchair users board?
The marina-side business facility lists accessible landside features, but at least one principal shared yacht tour is explicitly described as not wheelchair accessible. Access depends on gangways, tide, vessel stairs and doorway width. Confirm the actual yacht before paying and ask specifically about boarding assistance, an accessible toilet and whether the required viewing deck can be reached without stairs.
Are children and babies allowed?
Children are permitted on many standard yacht tours, and some products allow infants when continuously supervised by an adult. Restrictions are stricter for speedboats, rough-weather activities and 21-plus party cruises. Children under ten may be required to wear life jackets on exposed decks or in the water. Check the age rule for the exact experience.
Is food included with every ticket?
No. A one-hour marina tour may provide only chilled water, while longer cruises can include breakfast, barbecue, buffet dining or premium cuisine. Private charters usually include water and soft drinks, with catering sold separately. Dietary alternatives are not guaranteed on every shared departure, so disclose allergies and confirm the menu before booking rather than on the boat.
Is alcohol included or permitted?
Alcohol is included only when the named package specifically says so, such as selected open-bar parties or premium superyacht experiences. Other shared tours prohibit alcohol or include only water and soft drinks. Excessive drinking and unsafe behaviour can end a charter without a refund. Guests should never infer alcohol inclusion from the general phrase “beverages included”.
What should visitors wear?
Comfortable, smart-casual clothing suits most cruises. Lightweight layers, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat are sensible for daytime decks. Footwear is commonly removed when boarding private yachts, so wear clean socks and avoid difficult fastenings. Party events may suggest yacht-chic or dress-to-impress attire, but unstable high heels are impractical on moving decks.
Can passengers swim during the cruise?
Only when swimming is included in the booked itinerary and authorised by the captain. Standard one-hour sightseeing tours and many night parties prohibit swimming. Coast Guard rules also restrict swimming after sunset, moving too far from the vessel and jumping from a yacht. Sea conditions or operational instructions can cancel a planned swim stop without making the voyage unsafe.
What happens if the weather is poor?
Departures are subject to sea conditions and approval from marine authorities. The operator may alter the route, substitute a similar vessel, delay departure, reschedule or cancel when safety requires it. Operator cancellations normally lead to rescheduling or a refund, but ordinary guest cancellations follow the product’s own deadline. Keep the day flexible during unsettled weather.
Are toilets and Wi-Fi available?
Most larger sightseeing yachts, houseboats and superyachts have toilets, and the check-in lounge advertises complimentary Wi-Fi. Some individual cruise products also promote onboard Wi-Fi, but coverage can weaken offshore and it is not guaranteed across the entire fleet. Travellers needing an accessible toilet should verify dimensions and deck location before booking.
What is planned for 2026 and beyond?
The 2026 programme has included wellness, dance, sunset-party, family, networking and dog-friendly formats alongside daily sightseeing and recurring yacht parties. As of 13 August 2026, no dependable dated public calendar for 2027 had been confirmed. The lifestyle membership advertises an ongoing programme of more than 50 events annually, but individual concepts and dates remain subject to change.
