You get all the sunshine and warm water you could want in Dubai, so it's natural to want to try out surfing. Surf House Dubai is home for everything surfing and stand-up paddleboarding in Dubai. No matter if you're an expert surfer or a first-timer, you can find the right equipment and classes you need at Surf House. If you have never surfed or paddled before, the team will introduce you to these sports in a safe and fun environment.

Kite N Surf is a one-stop-shop for all your Dubai watersports needs. It’s easy to rent watersports equipment, including surfboards, SUP boarding, kayaking and kitesurfing gear. The company has two handy locations at Kite Beach and Nessnass Beach – two of Dubai’s best beaches for watersports. Rentals are available seven days a week, from 7am, with a team of certified instructors on hand to help everyone, from beginners to improving experts. Alternatively, if you’re just looking to relax, Kite N Surf offers a range of sunbeds and umbrellas to enhance your beach experience.

The Jumeirah Public Beach, lovingly called Nessnass Beach by locals, has become a popular hotspot thanks to its welcoming waters and clean stretch of sand. Whether you’re looking for a laidback day out with the family or want to practice your kitesurfing or windsurfing flips and dips, this is the place to be. Nessnass Beach is located behind Sunset Mall, one of the city’s boutique shopping destinations, which also houses a selection of food and drink spots – try Beit Em Noor, a Lebanese restaurant that serves up moreish grills.

Hop on a wakeboard and speed through the waves with ease at SeaWake. The water sports facility, located right next to Le Meridien Mina Seyahi, includes easy access to boats and the beach – with quick prep times so you can spend more time participating in ocean action. Let award-winning instructors help you gain the knowledge, confidence and speed to surf the waters and master your skills. Get treated to the best waves in Dubai in SeaWake’s specialised boats, creating impressive man-made waves to ride and offering an abundance of other water sports to try out.

Discover underwater adventures in the Arabian Gulf with one of the leading dive centres in the UAE. Al Boom Diving is home to passionate professionals, eager to help fulfill your dream of exploring under the ocean's surface. Classes are suitable for both beginners and those looking to advance their skills. The dive groups are always kept small, ensuring the diving experience is always safe and manageable. On your guided tour under the sea, you’ll find rich marine life and fascinating wrecks to explore.