Plan a quick getaway to the gorgeous Lulu Island, Abu Dhabi
With protected nature reserves, UNESCO-listed biodiversity and dazzling man-made archipelagos, the UAE has plenty of beautiful islands. If you’re a beach person and want to explore more than just white sands, we have just the place for you! Lulu Island is ideal if you want to experience beauty on the beach and beyond. Let’s find out all about this splendid island.
LULU ISLAND ABU DHABI – AN OVERVIEW
Al Lulu, which translates into a pearl, is a man-made island spread across 1,050 acres. It sits around 6.2 km from the capital city, parallel to the Corniche Public Beach. The infamous architectural firm, Arquitectonica, developed this marvellous island.
Although Lulu Island isn’t a new development, it only recently became a popular destination for residents and visitors. It boasts white sandy beaches, parks, freshwater lakes and dedicated sports areas, making it one of the top picnic spots in Abu Dhabi.
A PEEK INTO ISLAND’S HISTORY
Lulu Island was built in 1992. It was envisioned by the late His Highness Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan as a keystone of Abu Dhabi’s growth. The initial plan was to build an Arabian-themed Disneyland, a world-class resort and recreational facilities on the island.
Sorough Real Estate was handed over the task of figuring out a development plan for the island in 2008. However, Lulu’s development plan stopped due to the global financial crisis.
Today, this pristine island remains unchanged compared to other islands in Abu Dhabi, such as Yas Island and Reem Island. But, it still boasts a broad marsh and Arabian desert where visitors can enjoy the true beauty of nature.
THINGS TO DO AT THE ISLAND
The island gives off strong castaway vibes making it an ideal destination for a little getaway. Let’s look at some of the things you can do here.
- Year-round strong winds make for excellent kite surfing.
- There are plenty of spots throughout the island for BBQ and picnics.
- If you’re an adventurer, try various watersports activities.
- You can also go boating and explore the untapped surroundings of the island.
HOW TO GET TO THE ISLAND?
The best way to get to the island is via boat. You can board a boat from Breakwaters Marina from 08:00 am to 08:00 pm.
FAQS ABOUT LULU ISLAND ABU DHABI
WHAT ARE THE LULU ISLAND OPENING HOURS?
The island is open 24 hours, seven days a week.
WHAT IS THE LULU ISLAND LOCATION?
It is located off the coast of Abu Dhabi and runs parallel to Corniche.
WHAT ARE THE LULU ISLAND TICKET PRICES?
The Lulu Island tickets are priced at AED 15 per adult. Children below five years can enter for free.
ARE THERE ANY RESTAURANTS ON THE ISLAND?
Yes! The popular ones include Mojo, Grills@Chill’o, Le Bistrot and Boti Street.
And on that note, we end our guide to the gorgeous Lulu. We hope you have a spectacular time exploring it. If you want to live surrounded by azure horizons and oceanic views, here’s the list of the most popular residential islands in Abu Dhabi.
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