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Kai Beach Saadiyat

Shati Al Sa'diyat Street, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi

Description

Kai Beach Saadiyat (previously known as Saadiyat Beach) is located on the north-western shore of Saadiyat Island, a 5 mins drive north of Abu Dhabi's main island. It is now managed by Saadiyat Beach Club. This natural stretch of sand is one of the city's most attractive shores and is well equipped with guests' infrastructure.

Access & Transport

The E12 expressway provides the fastest access from Abu Dhabi city and Yas Island - there is a parking lot. Bus 120 also stops next to the entrance.

Instructions & Recommendations

Don't forget the usual protective equipment (hat/cap, "green" sunblock, sunglasses, slippers), towels and some water. This activity can easily be combined with the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum, a few minutes away, although the dress code might be quite different.

Meta review

The beach gets very positive write-ups from travel bloggers and in online reviews; visitors regularly mention the clear water, white powdery sand, and the ability to dress less conservatively than at the public beaches in the city.

Environmental & Social

No major infrastructure required and low carbon footprint. No negative social impact either.

Conclusion

Saadiyat Beach is far less central than other options in Abu Dhabi (or even Yas Island) but with clear waters and natural sand it provides an excellent trade-off between location and quality. It is also a little less crowded than other alternatives and is in our view the best beach option without leaving the city.

Key positive

Clean water and natural sand

Some waves

Key negative

Extremely expensive entrance fee

Suitability

Suitable for all ages, including younger kids. Visitors with mobility issues can access the beach

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

May 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Opening time is 07h00 to sunset

av. transport time:0h 30m

est. visit time:3h

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningNo

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
AED 125
Adult
13 - 64
AED 125
Child
6 - 12
AED 60
Infant
0 - 5
AED 0
Access on weekends costs AED200 for adults and AED100 for kids

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