On Wednesday 2 December 2026 the UAE celebrates Eid Al Etihad, its 55th National Day. On that date in 1971 the Emirates came together as one federation, and every year the country marks it with flags, buildings lit in green, white, black and red, and evening fireworks. If you are looking at National Day yacht rental Yas Marina options, this guide explains how our evening package works, who it suits, how to pick a yacht and how to book. The full details also live on our UAE National Day yacht page.
What is the National Day yacht package?
For the National Day evenings we change the way the fleet is booked. On 1, 2 and 3 December 2026 regular hourly bookings are closed, and each yacht runs one fixed package per evening instead. The rule is simple and the same for every yacht in the fleet:
- Duration: 4 hours, from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM on 1 and 3 December. On 2 December, fireworks night, you board at the marina from 6 PM, the yacht sails at 8 PM and is back at 10 PM, at the same package price.
- Price: the yacht’s regular hourly price × 8 (a double rate for the 4 hours).
- Private: the price is for the whole yacht, not per person.
- One group: each yacht takes one group per evening.
- Back to normal: regular hourly bookings return from 4 December 2026.
Why a fixed evening instead of hourly bookings?
The National Day evenings are the busiest nights of the year on the water. A single fixed slot keeps things fair and easy to plan: every group gets the same 4-hour evening and the captain can plan the route for the whole night. On 2 December, when the National Day fireworks are fired from the sea at around 9 PM, the plan changes: you board at the marina from 6 PM, the yacht sails at 8 PM and is back at 10 PM, at the same package price.
The live National Day package table
We do not type prices into articles, because the fleet data changes. The table below is generated from our live fleet: it lists every yacht with its guest capacity, its regular hourly price and its National Day package price (8 × the hourly price). Yachts that are already fully booked stay in the table and are marked.
| Yacht | Guests | Regular price | National Day package (4 h) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl Diver | 8 | AED 450 per hour | AED 3,600 | Book |
| Blue Fin | 10 | AED 699 per hour | AED 5,592 | Book |
| Silver Gull 55 | 14 | AED 899 per hour | AED 7,192 | Book |
| Island Loft 66 | 35 | AED 999 per hour | AED 7,992 | Book |
| Island Loft 82 | 35 | AED 1,099 per hour | AED 8,792 | Book |
| Yas Lounge | 15 | AED 1,198 per hour | AED 9,584 | Book |
| Coral Queen | 25 | AED 1,398 per hour | AED 11,184 | Book |
| Sea Falcon 55 | 15 | AED 1,497 per hour | AED 11,976 | Book |
| Amber Regent | 30 | AED 1,497 per hour | AED 11,976 | Book |
| Yas Horizon | 20 | AED 1,500 per hour | AED 12,000 | Book |
| Saltwater 75 | 25 | AED 1,579 per hour | AED 12,632 | Book |
| Celestia | 35 | AED 3,197 per hour | AED 25,576 | Book |
| Twin Wave | 18 | AED 899 per hour | AED 7,192 | Fully booked |
Prices update automatically from our current fleet. Package: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM on 1, 2 or 3 December 2026. See National Day packages
For regular days outside the National Day evenings, the hourly rates for each yacht are on our yacht prices page.
Boarding at Yas Marina or another Abu Dhabi location
Two of our yachts are based at Yas Marina on Yas Island. The rest of the fleet departs from another Abu Dhabi location, and we confirm the exact meeting point on WhatsApp after booking. If starting the evening at Yas Marina matters to your group, for example because you are staying on Yas Island, tell us when you message and we will point you to the two Yas-based yachts. You can read more about the marina itself in our Yas Marina yacht rental guide.
Roads are busy on the holiday evenings, so plan to arrive at the meeting point early.
Who the package suits
- Families who want to celebrate together in a private space, away from the crowds on the shore.
- Groups of friends planning a National Day night out with music, national colours and photos of the lit skyline.
- Companies hosting colleagues or guests for the occasion.
- Visitors staying on Yas Island who want to see Abu Dhabi from the water during the celebrations.
If your group is planning a celebration with a party feel, our page on a yacht party on Yas Island has more ideas.
How to choose a yacht by group size
Our fleet takes groups from 8 up to 35 guests, depending on the yacht. Start with the number of people, then look at the table.
Smaller groups
The smaller yachts suit groups from 8 guests and keep the evening intimate. Their package price follows their own hourly rate.
Mid-size groups
For groups in the teens and twenties, the mid-size yachts and catamarans give more deck space for moving around, taking photos and enjoying the breeze.
Large groups
For bigger gatherings, the largest yachts in the fleet take up to 35 guests. Count everyone, including children, because the guest limit of each yacht is firm.
What is included on board
- A private yacht for your group for the full 4 hours.
- Captain and crew.
- Soft drinks and water.
- Speakers for your own music.
Outfits and flags in the national colours are welcome, and a light jacket is a good idea for the evening breeze in December.
How to book your National Day evening
- Send us a WhatsApp message with the yacht you like and the evening you want (1, 2 or 3 December).
- Our team confirms availability for that yacht and evening.
- We send a secure payment link: pay by card, in 4 payments with Tabby, or with Tamara.
- On the night, every guest brings an original passport or Emirates ID.
Because each yacht takes one group per evening, it makes sense to book early, especially for 2 December.
Book your National Day evening on WhatsAppNational Day yacht package FAQ
Can I book a 2-hour trip on 2 December?
No. On 1, 2 and 3 December 2026 regular hourly bookings are closed and each yacht runs one fixed 4-hour package: 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM on 1 and 3 December, and on 2 December boarding from 6 PM, sailing at 8 PM and back at 10 PM for the fireworks. Hourly bookings return from 4 December 2026.
Is the package price per person?
No. The package price is for the whole yacht and your private group, up to the guest limit of that yacht. It equals the regular hourly price × 8.
Which yachts depart from Yas Marina?
Two of our yachts are based at Yas Marina. The others depart from another Abu Dhabi location, and we confirm the meeting point on WhatsApp after booking.
When are the National Day fireworks in Abu Dhabi?
On 2 December at around 9 PM, fired from the sea. That evening you board at the marina from 6 PM (the Corniche gets very busy, so come early), the yacht sails at 8 PM and is back at the marina at 10 PM. Sailing from 6 PM is possible at an extra cost – ask us on WhatsApp.
