UAE · PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS
The 15 best photography sessions you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Fly face down across Dubai Marina on a 1-kilometer urban zipline from 170-meter-high Anwaj Towers. XDubai supplies safety gear, photos, and an edited video. You can ride beside a friend on parallel lines when both are operating, then use a Five Guys UAE meal voucher through Sept. 30.
“Nothing to improve everything was great staff were very professional”
Take a 30-minute guided jet ski ride from Fisherman Harbor to Burj Al Arab, with views toward Burj Khalifa on the return. An instructor leads the route, helps first-time riders, and takes free photos and videos. One jet ski fits up to two people, with driver changes allowed.
“Lovely! Had the best time and it was my first time. So attentive and enjoyed”
Ride a Yamaha jet ski along Dubai’s Arabian Gulf coast with a certified English-speaking guide. Stop near Burj Al Arab for photos and videos, share one jet ski between two people, and choose experienced guides such as Ali, Waseem, Rauf, or Zahid.
“An amazing jet ski experience in Dubai! Everything was perfect from start to finish. The staff is extremely welcoming and friendly, which made the activity even more enjoyable. A huge thank you to Captain Taj for his professionalism, kindness, and excellent service. We highly recommend this excursion and would definitely do it again without hesitation”
You’ll ride a supercharged WaveRunner from Fishing Harbor 1 with a certified guide such as Naira, Bhaskar, or Malindu. Expect a safety briefing, skyline views, photos and videos on your phone, lockers, water, and juice. The 30-minute option focuses on Burj Khalifa; Burj Al Arab requires 60 minutes.
“I liked everything from the instructions to the Jetski Tour in Front of the Burj Khalifa. Niara and Bhaskar are the best instructions for Jetski. They know their Job very well. I can just recommend.”
You’ll freefall over The Palm for about 60 seconds at 120 mph, then float down beneath a parachute with a qualified tandem instructor. A camera flyer records the full jump, and the package includes digital photos and edited video. The listed summer offer also adds a one-hour yacht trip through September 30, 2025.
“The experience was unbelievable! The lady on the counter checking documents and weight was a bit rude and direct. Other than that it was really amazing and every penny that was paid was worth it! Highlighting recommended to bear your fears and make it a lifetime memory. The instructor Alexander was very kind and explained everything well. The cameraman was also very friendly and kind.”
Ride from Jumeirah Fishing Harbor with a certified guide and choose 30, 45, or 60 minutes on a modern jet ski. See Burj Al Arab, Burj Khalifa, and Royal Atlantis, while guides such as Joel, Kareem, and Akram help beginners and take photos and videos along the way.
“The ride was so nice, the guide took us to a cool place. The jetski was good and the view was even better. This is by far the best experience I have had and I have done it before. Will come back! Plus it was a good company if you are scared the first time it’s okay”
You ride from Umm Suqeim Fishing Harbour to Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Royal, and Atlantis The Palm. An instructor leads the route, takes photos and videos, and helps first-time riders. Two people can share one jet ski, making the $172 price easier to justify.
“Javed was great!!! Got lots of videos and pictures and made it very enjoyable!”
Meet OceanAir Travels at Fishing Harbour 1 for a 30-minute guided jet ski ride with a Burj Khalifa backdrop. Certified instructors such as Malindu, Naira, and Bhasker provide safety help and take photos and videos on your phone. One jet ski can carry up to two people.
“The most thrilling experience. Must try the ski with ocean air. Our guide Malindu was so helpful and friendly.”
Choose a billowing flying dress, add makeup or hair styling, and ride by private transfer into Dubai’s desert for a one-hour professional photoshoot. Your photographer guides every pose, then you receive all original images within 24 hours and five retouched photos within 20 days.
“This was an experience worth the wait for my trip to Dubai. The staff was very engaging and professional. The photoshoot was very well coordinated and every detail and step was communicated beforehand to help navigate the experience. I highly recommend this experience for anyone traveling to Dubai.”
Meet your guide at Jumeirah’s Fishing Harbour, receive a safety briefing, then ride a Yamaha VX-C or VX-R toward Burj Al Arab. Guides such as Hassan, Kevin, and Muzammil provide safety help and take complimentary photos and videos. Choose a 30-minute or 60-minute ride.
“Great ride with Kevin, full action and speed. Get great pictures and video. Lots of ridetime and worth the money 💪”
Spend about six hours touring Dubai in an air-conditioned vehicle while a licensed guide explains the city and a photographer captures you at key sights. Visit Palm Jumeirah, the Blue Mosque, Gold Souk, Dubai Creek, and Al Fahidi, with 25 to 30 edited photos delivered afterward.
“Guide was very knowledgeable and knew the good spots to go for photos. I would definitely do this tour again.”
You’ll spend 4 to 4.5 hours in Dubai’s Lahbab Desert, riding a Hummer over the dunes with guides such as Faiz, Sadam, and Dawood. Expect sunset photos, sandboarding, a short camel ride, henna, buffet dinner, premium camp seating, and live shows. Quad bikes cost extra.
“The comfort of the car and the guide ( Dawood) hosting us in all the activities from dune bashing, sand boarding and helping us get a good option for the quad bike (outdoor). Dawood was very friendly and took our group photos and videos and made our experience very memorable. In short, Dawood , the Hummer, ATV and sand dining were the highlights.”
Walk Old Dubai with an English-speaking guide, starting at Al Khayma Heritage House for coffee, dates, and snacks. Visit Al Fahidi, Al Seef, Dubai Creek, the Spice Souk, and Gold Souk, with an abra ride and optional professional photography.
“Enjoyed every bit of it. The photoshoot was really an amazing experience! I had a great selection of pics which I really love. The guide was very informative as well and made the experience much more enjoyable.”
Drive a water jet car with a private group of up to two beside Dubai’s Burj Al Arab. Arabic, English, and French-speaking guides, including Ahmed and Mohamed, provide safety help and take photos and videos during the 20 to 30-minute ride.
“Very good experience and very very beautiful and Ahmed is very kindly Thank you youssef also Good car good service”
Meet photographer Khaled for a private Dubai photoshoot with hotel pickup and drop-off. Choose one to three locations, change outfits, get posing help, and receive about 50 edited digital photos per location. The session lasts one to three hours and uses a Sony A7 IV camera.
“The shooting with Khaled was very nice! He was very attentive and even drove us around Dubai. The pictures were also very good! 100% recommended!”
Pick a dune, a deck or a tower.
