{"id":2650,"date":"2022-04-06T10:47:39","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T10:47:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/?p=2650"},"modified":"2022-10-17T07:12:12","modified_gmt":"2022-10-17T07:12:12","slug":"the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart","title":{"rendered":"Why the Scenic Islands of Abu Dhabi are So Special?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE, which holds the #2 position in terms of population after Dubai. From the skylines, beautiful beaches to astonishing islands, Abu Dhabi have it all.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are numerous islands one can see just off the coast. Numerous islands of Abu Dhabi are so close to the city that they are accessible by car.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One can witness the historical site of Abu Dhabi on these islands, the islands are fully equipped with all types of amenities like luxurious hotels, water sports and more. Abu Dhabi Islands have a national nature reserve as well. Let\u2019s jump into the article and find out why the islands of Abu Dhabi are so special.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" area-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-6a0aec518ee09\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-6a0aec518ee09\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#All_About_the_Scenic_Islands_of_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"All About the Scenic Islands of Abu Dhabi\">All About the Scenic Islands of Abu Dhabi<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Yas_Island\" title=\"Yas Island\">Yas Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Saadiyat_Island\" title=\"Saadiyat Island\">Saadiyat Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Dalma_Island\" title=\"Dalma Island\">Dalma Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Happiness_Island\" title=\"Happiness Island\">Happiness Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Sir_Bani_Yas_Island\" title=\"Sir Bani Yas Island\">Sir Bani Yas Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Marawah_Island\" title=\"Marawah Island\">Marawah Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Al_Lulu_Island\" title=\"Al Lulu Island\">Al Lulu Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Al_Reem_Island\" title=\"Al Reem Island\">Al Reem Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Al_Maryah_Island\" title=\"Al Maryah Island\">Al Maryah Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Dolphin_Island\" title=\"Dolphin Island\">Dolphin Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Al_Maya_Island\" title=\"Al Maya Island\">Al Maya Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Summing_Up\" title=\"Summing Up\">Summing Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#How_many_islands_does_Abu_Dhabi_have\" title=\"How many islands does Abu Dhabi have?\">How many islands does Abu Dhabi have?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#How_do_you_get_to_Sir_Bani_Yas_Island\" title=\"How do you get to Sir Bani Yas Island?\">How do you get to Sir Bani Yas Island?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#What_is_the_largest_island_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"What is the largest island in Abu Dhabi?\">What is the largest island in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#Does_Abu_Dhabi_have_artificial_islands\" title=\"Does Abu Dhabi have artificial islands?\">Does Abu Dhabi have artificial islands?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/the-scenic-abu-dhabi-islands-trmart\/#What_makes_Sir_Bani_Yas_Island_famous\" title=\"What makes Sir Bani Yas Island famous?\">What makes Sir Bani Yas Island famous?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_About_the_Scenic_Islands_of_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>All About the Scenic Islands of Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One can see the beauty of the natural as well as the architectural islands, which is away from the busy life of the city. Peace and adventure are guaranteed in the scenic Abu Dhabi Islands.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are mainly 11 best islands of Abu Dhabi, that looks stunning and are fully equipped amenities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scenic Abu Dhabi Islands are as follows:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yas_Island\"><\/span>Yas Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Yas-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2652\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Yas-Island.png\" alt=\"Yas Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Yas-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Yas-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Yas-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Yas-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yas Island is one of the most popular islands in Abu Dhabi because it is near to the city. Tourists can access Yas island by car, which is just half an hour away from Abu Dhabi. This island is a commercial place. Yas Island has Marina Circuit, Viceroy Hotel along with The Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld. One of the prominent golf clubs by CNN Travel which was designed by Kyle Philips is also situated in Yas Island. During the weekends, the place gets crowded because it has so much to offer.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Saadiyat_Island\"><\/span>Saadiyat Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saadiyat-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2653\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saadiyat-Island.png\" alt=\"Saadiyat Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saadiyat-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saadiyat-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saadiyat-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Saadiyat-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saadiyat Island is known as the cultural capital of Abu Dhabi. This island is also easily accessible by car. Louvre Abu Dhabi is situated on Saadiyat Island. Louvre Abu Dhabi has more than 600 pieces of artwork and artefacts that celebrate the history of the world and religion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, some of the reputed institutions like Cranleigh and NYU Abu Dhabi is situated as well.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dalma_Island\"><\/span>Dalma Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dalma-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2654\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dalma-Island.png\" alt=\"Dalma Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dalma-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dalma-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dalma-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dalma-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dalma island is a historical place in the UAE. In the early period, the island was used for the trade of pearls. However, at the current time, the island has a museum named Dalma Museum. It was formerly known as Al Meraikhi Old House. The museum glorifies the trading history of the state.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with the museum, Dalma Island has date juice factories and several religious buildings like Al Dossary and Al Mohannadi on which one can see the beautiful Islamic architecture. The Dalma Island is located 42kms far from the coast of Abu Dhabi.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Happiness_Island\"><\/span>Happiness Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Happiness-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2655\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Happiness-Island.png\" alt=\"Happiness Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Happiness-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Happiness-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Happiness-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Happiness-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you heard it right, the Happiness Island. Earlier, this island was private property, but now the island is turned into a resort. The resort offers all the luxurious amenities that provides happiness, such as sea-facing infinity pools, jacuzzis, you name it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The happiness island is not like any other island, because the access is limited. However, if you are planning to visit the island regularly, then you can apply for an annual or monthly membership.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On Saturday, the resort gives access to ladies, making it the right place for girls to have fun to the fullest.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sir_Bani_Yas_Island\"><\/span>Sir Bani Yas Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sir-Bani-Yas-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2656\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sir-Bani-Yas-Island.png\" alt=\"Sir Bani Yas Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sir-Bani-Yas-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sir-Bani-Yas-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sir-Bani-Yas-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Sir-Bani-Yas-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t get confused between Sir Bani Yas Island and Yas Island. Sir Bani Yas Island is a bit different from Yas Island. Half of the island is dedicated to a wildlife natural reserve. The reserve has more than 15,000 animals. The other half of the island has around 3 luxurious resorts. These resorts offer numerous fun activities like water sports, horse riding and archery to the visitors to make the most out of the time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The well maintained Sir Bani Yas Island is located around 180kms far from Abu Dhabi.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marawah_Island\"><\/span>Marawah Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Marawah-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2657\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Marawah-Island.png\" alt=\"Marawah Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Marawah-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Marawah-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Marawah-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Marawah-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marawah Island is the house of the historical heritage of the Gulf. The island is an archaeological site. Archaeologists found the oldest human skeleton in 2004 and several stone tools, ancient houses that gave an understanding of ancient civilisation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Marwah island has pleasing mangroves and is also a popular place for fishing. The Island is located around 100kms far from Abu Dhabi.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Al_Lulu_Island\"><\/span>Al Lulu Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Lulu-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Lulu-Island.png\" alt=\"Al Lulu Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Lulu-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Lulu-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Lulu-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Lulu-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al Lulu Island is an artificial island that covers around 469 hectares took 6 years to finally complete in the year 1992. This incredible island is situated adjacent to the coast of Abu Dhabi. The island is just around 5kms away from the coast. Unfortunately, the ferry service is not operating anymore which resulted in the reduction of the visitor visiting the island.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you can visit the island by your private boat, or by rental boat.\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Al_Reem_Island\"><\/span>Al Reem Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Reem-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Reem-Island.png\" alt=\"Al Reem Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Reem-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Reem-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Reem-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Reem-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al Reem is among the fast developing, scenic Abu Dhabi islands, that can be accessed by car. The Island is just 500 m away from the coast of Abu Dhabi. Al Reem Island has private as well as commercial places. The Paris-Sorbonne University is situated on the island. However, Al Reem Island has none of the facilities a decade ago. Unfortunately, there are still no hotels available for the visitors. Earlier, Al Reem Island was used for pearl trading purposes.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Al_Maryah_Island\"><\/span>Al Maryah Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maryah-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maryah-Island.png\" alt=\"Al Maryah Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maryah-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maryah-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maryah-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maryah-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al Maryah is one of the most luxurious islands of Abu Dhabi one can imagine. The island is fully equipped with amenities. 5-star hotels like Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi and Rosewood Abu Dhabi is situated on Al Maryah Island. This island is also known as the business hub due to the global market of Abu Dhabi, which is also situated on the Island. If you want to visit a less crowded place in Abu Dhabi with beautiful beaches and hotels, then you must visit Al Marya Island.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dolphin_Island\"><\/span>Dolphin Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dolphin-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2661\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dolphin-Island.png\" alt=\"Dolphin Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dolphin-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dolphin-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dolphin-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Dolphin-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case you are wondering as per the name of the island, if you can see actual dolphins, then you guessed it right. The Dolphin Island is situated in the middle of the ocean. You can reach the island by waterways only, as there is no bridge is present that connects Dolphin Island to Abu Dhabi. The water around Dolphin Island is crystal clear, which is ideal for snorkelling and other water activities.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Al_Maya_Island\"><\/span>Al Maya Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maya-Island.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2662\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maya-Island.png\" alt=\"Al Maya Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maya-Island.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maya-Island-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maya-Island-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Al-Maya-Island-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al Maya Island also known as Sowwah Island is a private island which is operated by the Abu Dhabi Country Club. Visiting the island will cost you an entry fee of around AED 200. The artificial Al Maya Island covers an area of around 114 hectares. The rental villa is also available on Al Maya Island if you wish to stay longer than a day then you can rent them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summing_Up\"><\/span><b>Summing Up<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The islands of Abu Dhabi are an incredible place to visit as they offer different facilities, that make them so special. Not only the natural but also the artificial island of Abu Dhabi is on the go to have an experience of a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exciting islands are one of a kind. Some are preserved the way they were and some were fully modified. The modification is done as per the need of the people. These modifications give them a calming place they can chill at.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are planning to visit the island of Abu Dhabi. The aforementioned details of the island will help you to choose the right one, according to your requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_islands_does_Abu_Dhabi_have\"><\/span>How many islands does Abu Dhabi have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThere are around 200 islands in Abu Dhabi.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_to_Sir_Bani_Yas_Island\"><\/span>How do you get to Sir Bani Yas Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tFerry service is available, which you can take from the Jabel Danna port, which would roughly take about half an hour.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_largest_island_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>What is the largest island in Abu Dhabi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSir Bani Yas Island is the largest natural island in Abu Dhabi. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Abu_Dhabi_have_artificial_islands\"><\/span>Does Abu Dhabi have artificial islands?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, Abu Dhabi has several artificial islands. Yas Island is the second-largest artificial island in the world, after the Flevopolder in Flevoland, Netherlands, which currently holds the #1 position. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_Sir_Bani_Yas_Island_famous\"><\/span>What makes Sir Bani Yas Island famous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSir Bani Island is famous for its geological feature, artificial attraction and archaeological sites.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How many islands does Abu Dhabi have?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"There are around 200 islands in Abu Dhabi.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How do you get to Sir Bani Yas Island?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Ferry service is available, which you can take from the Jabel Danna port, which would roughly take about half an hour.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is the largest island in Abu Dhabi?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Sir Bani Yas Island is the largest natural island in Abu Dhabi. \"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Does Abu Dhabi have artificial islands?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Yes, Abu Dhabi has several artificial islands. 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