
Located just 500 metres off the coast of Abu Dhabi, this 27 square kilometre island was planned and created around an environmentally sensitive philosophy and low-density master plan.
Saadiyat is the flagship development project of the Tourism Development and Investment Company (TDIC). It is a multi-faceted destination, that features a wide range of luxury-based experiences, including hospitality, leisure and retail while also providing a top-quality address to call home as well as world-renowned educational opportunities – all just 500 metres off the coast of Abu Dhabi.
Saadiyat Beach is a natural beach that supports remnant coastal dune vegetation. This vegetation grows without any irrigation, living on moisture from infrequent rainfall and heavy fogs experienced on the island. Its sensitivity to disturbance has led to the creation of the Saadiyat Dune Protection Zone, which is at least 60 metres wide.