Al Fahid Island by Aldar – Abu Dhabi’s New Luxury Beachfront Destination
Al Fahid Island is a luxury coastal community being developed by Aldar Properties. The project focuses on wellness, sustainability, and premium living. Positioned between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island, it offers residents easy access to Abu Dhabi’s major attractions.
Developer: Aldar Properties
Location: Between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Status: Off-plan
Handover: 2029–2032
About the Developer
Aldar Properties, established in 2004, is one of Abu Dhabi’s top real estate developers. The company is behind major projects like Yas Acres and Saadiyat Grove. Aldar is known for creating master-planned communities with high-quality designs and strong investment potential.
Projects on Al Fahid Island
Fahid Beach Residences
- Status: Off-plan, handover Q1–Q2 2029
- Units: 464 premium homes across seven mid-rise buildings
- Types: 1–4 bedroom apartments, duplex townhouses, 5-bedroom penthouses
- Design: By architect Koichi Takada, with large terraces and sea views
The Beach House Fahid
- Status: Off-plan, handover Q4 2029
- Units: 11 towers with studios, 1–3 bedroom apartments, and maid’s rooms
- Focus: Social spaces, podium gardens, and easy waterfront living
Fahid Beach Terraces
- Status: Off-plan, sales launching August 2025
- Units: Six beachfront buildings with 501 homes, 1–5 bedrooms
- Amenities: Beachfront clubhouse, sea-view gym, spa, cinema, private dining
Future Plans: Aldar plans more than 6,000 residences in total, including ultra-luxury villas and mansions. Full completion is expected between 2029 and 2032.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Al Fahid Island is designed as a wellness-focused destination.
Recreation & Nature:
- 10 km Berm Park with cycling and jogging tracks
- 4.6 km beach and 11 km coastline
- 2 km waterfront promenade with shops and dining
- Watersports hub and beach club
- Infinity pools, jacuzzis, kids’ splash pads
- Squash courts
Wellness:
- Fitness centers and outdoor exercise zones
- Spas, saunas, and steam rooms
- Pet spa and dog parks
Community & Family:
- Co-working lounges and multi-purpose rooms
- Private cinema
- Landscaped podium gardens
- Retail boulevard, Coral Drive
- King’s College School, Wimbledon
- Clinics and community hubs
Sustainability:
- First Fitwel-certified island globally
- Targeting LEED Platinum and Estidama 3-Pearl certifications
- 30% of the island reserved for natural spaces
- 3 km mangrove boardwalk
Location & Connectivity
Al Fahid Island is connected to Abu Dhabi via Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Highway (E12).
Nearby Destinations:
- Yas Island – 5 minutes
- Zayed International Airport – 15 minutes
- Saadiyat Island – 15 minutes
- Downtown Abu Dhabi – 20 minutes
- Dubai – 50 minutes
Investment Potential
Al Fahid Island is attracting strong interest from local and international buyers. Launch-week sales for the first projects exceeded AED 3.5 billion. The combination of luxury, sustainability, and a prime location makes it a promising investment with long-term growth potential.
