Dubai Creek

The historic waterway separating Deira and Bur Dubai, crossed on traditional wooden abra boats.

Dubai Creek appears in 6 of the 8 Dubai vlogs we indexed, first in 2021, most recently in 2025.

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  1. Island Hopper TV

    Best Things To Do in Dubai UAE 4K

    A cruise from Deira around to Business Bay shows the city's ongoing construction; simple water taxis also run here.
  2. Brief

    Ian and Ana

    Dubai Travel Guide - 15 Experiences YOU MUST DO in 2024

    Crossing by traditional boat is a fun way to get from Deira to Bur Dubai.
  3. Ken Abroad

    My 1st Time In Dubai, UAE ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช (Worth The Hype?)

    An abra crossing costs 1 dirham, paid on board, and takes about 3 minutes. Boats leave once full, so stay seated because there are no railings.
  4. Dots on a Map

    THE HIDDEN SIDE OF DUBAI (UAE)

    Sheikh Rashid had it dredged in 1961 to let bigger vessels through, laying the foundation for modern Dubai.
  5. Ratekut Travel

    Dubai Tourism | Famous 20 Places to Visit in Dubai

    Take a cruise with an open buffet on board to see the city.
  6. Exotic Vacation

    How to Spend 4 Days in DUBAI | Travel Itinerary

    An abra crossing is about 30 US cents; a 45-minute cruise is 7 USD, and a private hour-long abra is 33 USD.

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