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Wedding Yacht Decoration Dubai: Ideas, Budgets and How to Order

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In short: wedding yacht decoration in Dubai starts with balloons and decoration from AED 150 and a flower bouquet for AED 200. Larger special set-ups range up to AED 20,000 and are quoted on WhatsApp. You order decoration as an add-on when you book the yacht.

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This guide is only about the look of your celebration: what to decorate, what it costs, which yacht suits which style, and how to order. If you are still choosing a yacht, start with our yacht wedding guide; if the question has not been asked yet, see our proposal ideas.

Four decoration levels and what they cost

Most couples land on one of four levels. The totals use our listed add-on prices:

LevelWhat it includesBudget
SimpleDecoration and balloons (from AED 150) + flower bouquet (AED 200)from AED 350
ClassicSimple level + vanilla or chocolate cake (AED 150) + mixed fruit platter (AED 150)from AED 650
Photo-readyClassic level + photographer (AED 700)from AED 1,350
Special set-upA themed design for the whole deck, built to your briefquoted on WhatsApp, up to AED 20,000

The decoration price is on top of the yacht price. A simple level is often enough for an engagement party with close family. A special set-up suits a large wedding celebration where the deck is the main photo backdrop.

Wedding yacht decoration in Dubai: ideas that work on deck

A yacht is not a hall. Wind, open sky and the sea view are part of the design, so keep these points in mind:

  • Pick two colours. White plus one wedding colour photographs well against the blue water and the Dubai Marina skyline.
  • Use the bow for photos. One decorated spot at the front of the yacht gives you a clean background with Palm Jumeirah or Ain Dubai behind.
  • Balloons in clusters. Group them where the crew suggests, so they stay in place when the yacht moves.
  • Flowers as the focus. A bouquet for the bride (AED 200) is the one item that shows in almost every photo.
  • Cake as the table centre. The cake (AED 150) works as the centrepiece of the food table.
  • Names and the date. Ask for your names or the date in the design when you describe the set-up on WhatsApp.

Planning for sunset and evening light

Timing changes how the decoration looks. In the hour before sunset the light is warm and soft, and white and gold details glow in photos. After dark, the city is lit up behind you, and the decoration is seen in the evening light on deck.

  • Sunset celebration: choose light colours and flowers; book the photographer (AED 700) for the golden hour.
  • Evening celebration: pick stronger colours that still stand out at night, and ask us on WhatsApp whether lighting can be part of your set-up.

Start times run from 6:00 to 23:30 (Dubai time, GMT+4). Our sunset cruise guide helps you choose the right hour.

Which wedding yacht fits which style

Wedding yachts are booked for a minimum of 3 hours. The deck size decides how much decoration makes sense.

YachtGuests3 hoursStyle that suits it
48 Ft Majestyup to 12AED 3,000Simple or classic: bouquet, balloons, cake
55 Ft Integrityup to 15AED 3,600Classic with a photo spot at the bow
56 Ft Majestyup to 20AED 4,200Photo-ready for an engagement party
70 Ft Majestyup to 30AED 4,200Photo-ready or a themed set-up
82 Ft Paradise (on-deck jacuzzi)up to 30AED 5,400Flowers and colour around the jacuzzi deck
90 Ft Bu Mubarakup to 40AED 6,000Special set-up across more than one deck area

Prices are for the whole yacht, not per person.

Two full budgets

  • Engagement with close family: 48 Ft Majesty for 3 hours (AED 3,000) + simple decoration (from AED 350) = from AED 3,350.
  • Wedding celebration for 20: 56 Ft Majesty for 3 hours (AED 4,200) + photo-ready decoration (from AED 1,350) = from AED 5,550.

Food can be added on top: Mix Grill at AED 157 or Seafood at AED 150 per person, served from 12 PM with a minimum of 2 meals.

How to order decoration when you book

  1. Online: on the yacht page, choose the date, start time, hours and guests, then tick decoration, cake, bouquet or photographer in the add-ons at checkout.
  2. On WhatsApp: for a special set-up, send us your colours, style and a few reference photos. We reply with a quote.
  3. Pay: by Visa or Mastercard, Apple Pay, Mamo Pay or Tabby (pay in 4) at checkout; Tamara at checkout.

Order early, especially for a special set-up, so there is time to agree on the design. The full list of extras is in our yacht add-ons guide.

Planning an event? Read about buffet on a yacht and full event planning.

FAQ

How much does wedding yacht decoration in Dubai cost?

Decoration and balloons start from AED 150, and a flower bouquet is AED 200. Special set-ups go up to AED 20,000 and are quoted on WhatsApp.

Is decoration included in the yacht price?

No. The yacht price includes the captain, crew, fuel, soft drinks, water, ice, sound system and life jackets. Decoration is an add-on.

Can I send a reference photo for the design?

Yes. Send it on WhatsApp with your colours and guest count, and we quote the set-up.

Is the decoration ready when we board?

Yes. Decoration ordered with the booking is set up before you arrive. Time starts at the booked hour, so arrive a little early.

Do guests need ID?

Yes. Every guest needs an original passport or Emirates ID. It is a Coast Guard rule.

Ready to design your day? See the yachts on our wedding on a yacht page, or message us on WhatsApp with your colours and guest count.

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