suron Posted July 9, 2016 #1 Share Posted July 9, 2016 We are on MSC Fantasia 17th Dec and will be calling at Sir Bani Yas Island. I am aware that this is a new port of call for cruise ships although it would seem that Seabourn and Island have already had visits to the island. There is very little information available on the MSC website and it would seem there is no opportunity to arrange one's own excursions (As advised by the islands information link) so it seems you are facing expensive shore excursions! If there is anyone who may have visited the island with on Seabourn or Island could you please let me know what you did at this port of call. Grandsons are keen to do the jeep safari - is this worthwhile? Any tips/information would be most welcome Suron (Bristol,UK) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suron Posted July 18, 2016 Author #2 Share Posted July 18, 2016 We have taken the decision to go ahead and book for the Jeep Safari whilst visiting Sir Bani Yas Island when our cruise docks there on 22nd December 2016. There are, we felt, very few options for the kind of things we would want to do and the other excursions on offer did not appeal. The Jeep Safari is a very short tour but hopefully when this is over we will have access to other places on the island to enjoy. If any of you have other suggestions for this port of call I would be very grateful. Suzanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricruiser Posted October 5, 2016 #3 Share Posted October 5, 2016 We'll also be on the MSC Fantasia in March 2017 for its last one week cruise of the Persian Gulf followed by the repositioning cruise from Dubai to Genoa. With this B2B we'll have two stops at Sir Bani Yas in which we'll probably dedicate to beach time. We'll be in Yacht Club so as I understand it we'll have a separate area there with VIP treatment. Unfortunately Suron, we'll have to wait for reports of the first cruisers to visit this island resort. Besides MSC, also Costa will be have port calls there but on a different day. I think the various cruise lines each have a specific day to have the resort for themselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suron Posted October 5, 2016 Author #4 Share Posted October 5, 2016 We'll also be on the MSC Fantasia in March 2017 for its last one week cruise of the Persian Gulf followed by the repositioning cruise from Dubai to Genoa. With this B2B we'll have two stops at Sir Bani Yas in which we'll probably dedicate to beach time. We'll be in Yacht Club so as I understand it we'll have a separate area there with VIP treatment. Unfortunately Suron, we'll have to wait for reports of the first cruisers to visit this island resort. Besides MSC, also Costa will be have port calls there but on a different day. I think the various cruise lines each have a specific day to have the resort for themselves.[/quote Yes, we will I agree have to wait for reports to come back from the first cruisers to Sir Bani Yas Island. During a conversation with MSC UK earlier this week I was told that, as you suspect, various cruise lines will have a dedicated day for visiting the island (Costa and Thomson will also be having this as a port of call). As no private excursions can be arranged unless you are actually staying at the hotel resort we will have to book things through MSC but I was told that the islands facilities are available to all - no mention was made as to what the various charges might be. It is a case of watch this space! Paid our final balance today for our Dec 17th cruise on Fantasia so the countdown now begins - I fly out on 7th Dec to start a five week stay with son and his family and am looking forward to escaping the wintery weather here. It was 38C in Dubai yesterday - a bit better than the soaring heat I had there in June (48C on several days!) Good Luck with your plans Suzanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricruiser Posted October 5, 2016 #5 Share Posted October 5, 2016 I look forward to hearing your comments regarding the island and also Bahrain and Doha. Enjoy your visit with your son and Buona Crociera! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazbov Posted October 6, 2016 #6 Share Posted October 6, 2016 Hi all, On our March cruise we call in at sir bani yas island and we have been able to book an excursion through the cruise site.I am posting what was available and prices in case anyone's interested. I suspect different cruise lines will have differing prices and excursions. safari adventure, 1.5 hours, 52€ kayak in the mangroves, 1 hour, 39.95€ Dhow cruise,1.5 hours, 44€ snorkel on the beach, 1.5 hours. 44€ Not a lot of choice really, i guess most people will be happy to do beach stuff. We're going on the safari. Hope this is useful. Happy cruising. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suron Posted November 28, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted November 28, 2016 My family and I are on the 17th Dec MSC Fantasia cruise. We have booked the jeep safari at Sir Bani Yas Island. I had to contact MSC regarding a query and the lady I spoke to told me she had recently done the jeep safari and she thoroughly enjoyed it. Just thought I would post this for anyone who has booked this tour. Suzanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redlondon Posted November 28, 2016 #8 Share Posted November 28, 2016 I'm on Fantasia 22nd Jan, anyone know if you will be able to use the drinks package on the ship on the island too, like you can with RCI? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vino123 Posted November 29, 2016 #9 Share Posted November 29, 2016 Hi redlondon Yes, according to this article on the MSC website the drinks packages will be in use on the island: In true MSC Cruises style, on the island guests will be able to enjoy a selection of fresh and authentic food options, with a range of cooking stations serving small delights from the region as well as international favourites. Guests can also expect to see beachside charcoal BBQs serving light dishes and snacks, and exotic cocktails served from one of six beach bars. Ship food and drink services, such as the Allegrissimo drinks package, extend onto the island to ensure that the guest experience between the ship and the island is completely seamless. Rest of article can be found on this link: https://www.msccruises.co.uk/en-gb/About-MSC/News/Sir-Bani-Yas.aspx Sound wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hami1966 Posted November 30, 2016 #10 Share Posted November 30, 2016 Thanks for the information - we are on the 10th December sailing. Think we will just make this a beach day Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricruiser Posted December 3, 2016 #11 Share Posted December 3, 2016 And if you're in Yacht Club there will be a private sector just for those guests with all the perks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricruiser Posted December 5, 2016 #12 Share Posted December 5, 2016 Photos of the Sir Bani Yas island cruise resort have just been posted on the Italian cruise site MSC Fans Community Group on FB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redlondon Posted December 15, 2016 #13 Share Posted December 15, 2016 Hi redlondon Yes, according to this article on the MSC website the drinks packages will be in use on the island: Rest of article can be found on this link: https://www.msccruises.co.uk/en-gb/About-MSC/News/Sir-Bani-Yas.aspx Sound wonderful! Thanks Vino123 :-) Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redlondon Posted January 10, 2017 #14 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Apparently the beach is very rocky as its man made :-( Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vino123 Posted January 10, 2017 #15 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Hi We really enjoyed our day on Sir Bani Yas. The only rocky bit I noticed was when walking into the sea. The sand is lovely. Sent from my SM-J700F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redlondon Posted January 14, 2017 #16 Share Posted January 14, 2017 When was you there? I'm going on 25th Jan just wondering if weather will be hot enough to sunbathe. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vino123 Posted January 14, 2017 #17 Share Posted January 14, 2017 Hi we were there Dec 29th . Weather was perfect. About 26c. Glad to have the umbrellas for shade at times. Sent from my SM-J700F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redlondon Posted January 16, 2017 #18 Share Posted January 16, 2017 Hi we were there Dec 29th . Weather was perfect. About 26c. Glad to have the umbrellas for shade at times. Sent from my SM-J700F using Forums mobile app Great I'll pack my sun screen then :-) Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wansbrough Posted August 17, 2018 #19 Share Posted August 17, 2018 Hi We really enjoyed our day on Sir Bani Yas. The only rocky bit I noticed was when walking into the sea. The sand is lovely. Sent from my SM-J700F using Forums mobile app Was there much travelling involved? Those ships look a long way out if tendering and if that was the case how far was the beach from the tender drop off point? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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