Marine transport services
Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure offers maritime transport services catering to businesses, individuals and government entities across various categories:
- pleasure boat services
- seafarers’ affairs services
- commercial vessels services
- Public relation officers’ (PRO) services and
- port services.
Modes of water transport
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Maritime operates ferry services for passengers and vehicles between Saadiyat island and Al Aliah island, and between Dalma island and Al Dhana port.
It also operates water taxi services between:
- Yas Bay and Al Bandar - Yas Bay Waterfront (Green Line)
- Yas Bay and Yas Marina - Yas Bay Waterfront (Purple Line)
- Yas Bay and Al Qana Marina - Yas Bay - Al Qana Marina (Red Line).
Check schedule and book tickets.
Dubai
In Dubai, Roads and Transport Authority regulates water-taxis, ferries and abras.
Check schedule and book tickets.
To travel on the water-taxis, ferries and abras, you need to buy a Nol card or ticket.
Updated on:
05 Jan 2026
