Coastal wellness hub: Aldar unveils Dhs40bn mixed-use Fahid Island project

Aldar has unveiled Fahid Island, a new Dhs40bn coastal wellness destination in Abu Dhabi, marking one of the emirate’s most ambitious mixed-use residential masterplans to date.

Located between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island, Fahid Island spans 2.7 million sqm and features 11km of coastline, including 4.6km of pristine beaches and lush mangrove forests.

Designed as a wellness-oriented sanctuary, the island integrates residential, leisure, education, and hospitality components, with every location no more than five minutes’ walk from the water.

The project includes more than 6,000 residential units, ranging from apartments and townhouses to ultra-luxury villas.

The first release, Fahid Beach Residences, will consist of seven beachfront buildings, each housing 65 residences.

Wellness is the cornerstone of Fahid Island

Aldar said the development will feature a 10km landscaped Berm Park, with running tracks and three cycling routes connecting to Abu Dhabi’s wider cycle loop.

The island is also home to a 2km waterfront promenade, Coral Drive retail boulevard, and curated wellness, dining, and hospitality offerings.

“Fahid Island is the latest chapter in our journey — building on the success of Saadiyat and Yas Islands to offer a new benchmark in premium waterfront living, wellness, and sustainable design,” said Mohamed Al Mubarak, chairman of Aldar.

Talal Al Dhiyebi, group CEO of Aldar, added that the project supports Abu Dhabi’s thriving real estate market. “With a gross development value of over Dhs40bn, Fahid Island is one of the largest mixed-use residential masterplans launched in Abu Dhabi and will ensure the emirate consolidates its position as one of the world’s most desirable destinations to reside, invest, and visit.”

Natural green spaces, eco-friendly mobility solutions

In line with Aldar’s commitment to sustainability, 30 per cent of the island’s area is dedicated to natural green spaces.

Fahid Island has received Fitwel certification — making it the world’s first certified wellness island — and holds LEED City and Communities Platinum precertification. It is also targeting an Estidama 3-Pearl rating.

The island will also feature a leading international educational institution to support Abu Dhabi’s ambitions of becoming a regional education hub.

Masterplan design features include pedestrian bridges, walkable streetscapes, shaded rest areas, and eco-friendly mobility solutions.

Prominent international architects, including Kengo Kuma, Koichi Takada, ACME, and NAGA Architects, have contributed to the island’s residential concepts.

Fahid Island adds to Aldar’s expanding portfolio of lifestyle destinations and reinforces Abu Dhabi’s positioning as a global destination for wellness, culture, and investment.