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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled special offers and premium services for a spectacular firework show on the eve of the New Year 2023 (Saturday 31st December) aboard marine transit modes (Dubai Ferry, Abra and Water Taxi). The event underlines RTA’s efforts to entertain various nationalities, residents, visitors, and tourists descending on Dubai from all over the world to celebrate this annual event.

Offering these services is part of RTA’s continuous efforts to engage with customers and offer them a superb opportunity to savour thrilling fireworks display on New Year’s Eve, while aboard marine transit modes (Dubai Ferry, Water Bus, Water Taxi and Abra). Watching stunning firecrackers is bound to bring unforgettable memories to marine transit riders including residents, visitors, and tourists.

Individuals interested in availing of this service can call RTA’s dial-free number (8009090) or send an e-mail to (marinebooking@rta.ae) to learn more about the trips of the Water Taxi, Dubai Ferry and Abra journeys. 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). The journey of the Abra and the Water Taxi will start from the Marina Mall station (Dubai Marina). The Abra fare is AED 125 per person and free for children under 2 years. Booking the entire Water Taxi will cost AED 3000.

“Dubai Ferry trips will start from Marina Mall Station (Dubai Marina), Ghubaiba Station and Bluewaters Station. The fare is AED300 for the silver class and AED450 for the gold class, with a 50% discount for children aged 2 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 AED125 for adults, and free for infants under 2 years.

RTA would wish to avail this opportunity to share joyful moments with jubilant celebrators of the New Year. Dubai would be turned out in festive gear in places like the iconic Burj Khalifa; the tallest building on the planet. The event promotes RTA’s excellent marine transit services on the day, and its efforts to bring happiness to customers, especially marine transport riders.

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. The launch of this premium service will add fresh momentum to the marine transit modes during the event.