It was not too long ago when the Abu Dhabi water taxi was launched. This new public water taxi connects Yas Bay and Al Raha Beach, making it convenient for people to travel around Abu Dhabi. With the aim of connecting communities and making travelling an easier affair for visitors and residents alike, this has been a welcomed development for sure. And now, you can also book this service online! Here’s everything you need to know about its online booking.
Online Booking For Abu Dhabi Water Taxis?
Abu Dhabi Maritime launched taxis between Yas Bay and Al Raha Beach in November 2022. While the taxi plies between Al Bandar, Yas Marina and Yas Bay, you can now also make online bookings for the newly launched Marsa Mina-Louvre Abu Dhabi line. The new system for booking makes this service easier and more convenient for commuters and tourists alike.
Talking about the booking, you can either book your tickets as a guest or even log in via email on the official website. Moreover, you can also log in using your UAE Pass, Facebook, or even Google!
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What About The Prices?
Coming to its prices, it’s worth noting that every line has a different fee. But here’s a list of a few that you must keep in mind –
- A one-way trip between Al Bandar and Yas Bay will cost you AED10, while unlimited trips on the same would be AED50 per day.
- A one-way trip between Marsa Mina and Louvre Abu Dhabi is priced at AED15, while the same for the return trip is at AED20.
- Similarly, return trips to Dalma Island will cost you AED20.
Here’s how you can book this service.
- Visit the official website of Abu Dhabi Maritime.
- Now, log in/ register or use it as a guest.
- Once you’ve made your choice, select the water taxi route.
- After this, you can choose between Semi-Loop and Full Loop options. Thereafter, click on ‘Continue’ select the date and time of the intended travel and click on ‘Select Ticket’.
- After this, you must enter the number of people who intend to travel before checking out, if it is one, otherwise let it be. Finally, select the option Get Tickets.
- Lastly, finish up by entering your personal details and making payments.
Now, what do you think about this development? Doesn’t it sound like a convenient way to travel across Abu Dhabi? Well, if you too have been planning to visit the emirate, then don’t forget to make use of this convenient, public waterways system, and the online booking option!
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