Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has approved a master plan for the Jebel Ali beach development project.
The 6.6 km beach will be the longest open public beach in Dubai.
“The Jebel Ali Beach Development Project is part of a broader master plan to develop public beaches in the emirate aimed at increasing the total length of beaches by 400 percent. This involves adding new public beaches, enhancing existing ones, and equipping them with new recreational, sports, aesthetic, and investment facilities as envisioned in the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan,” said Sheikh Hamdan.
As part of the Dubai 2040 Master Plan’s goal to develop and expand the emirate’s public beaches by 400%, we have approved the master plan and designs for the Jebel Ali Beach Development Project. The unique project spans 6.6 kilometres and covers a total area of 330 hectares.… pic.twitter.com/XXs299OKnd
— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) July 7, 2024
What’s special about the beach
The beach will cover an area of 330 hectares and will include two areas. It will have a 5km sandy beach that Nakheel will develop, and a 1.6km mangrove beach that Dubai Municipality will develop.
“The plan includes a 2km open swimmable beach, a 2.5km diving sports area, a walkway with viewing platforms to blend with the surrounding environment, and recreational and service areas for beachgoers of all ages, including kids play zones, sports and marine activity areas. Moreover, the beach will be connected with integrated infrastructure, including a two-lane road in each direction, parking for 1,000 vehicles, 80 bicycle racks, a cycling track, and a 5 km running track,” said Mattar Al Tayer, Commissioner General for Infrastructure, Urban Planning, and Well-Being Pillar.
Three locations
The beach will have three sections: the Pearl (on the right side near the entrance of Palm Jebel Ali), a centre for beach and recreational activities with options for a lively family beach, sports activities, a swimming pool, kids play zones, a beach club with a pool and private beach for a fee, several restaurants, cafes, shops, and a floating restaurant in a unique location.
The second site, named the Sanctuary, offers a haven for turtles and natural habitats. This area places the highest priority on environmental conservation and houses recreational and sports activities that enhance safe environmental exploration.
The third site is the Nest (within the mangrove area), offering a recreational educational destination featuring a mix of educational initiatives and environmental conservation. It includes an environmental centre for studies and awareness of biodiversity, turtle rehabilitation and care programmes, and opportunities for visitors to learn about and help preserve the coastal ecosystem.
Architectural styles
“The architectural design of the buildings and facilities of the Jebel Ali Beach Development Project is inspired by a mix of natural geometry, drawing from shapes found in marine nature such as coral and turtle shells, as well as the Boho Syle, which uses elements and materials available locally. The buildings resemble the natural dunescape. The project offers several investment opportunities, such as restaurants, leisure centres, and commercial kiosks, to ensure maximum comfort for beachgoers and meet their various needs,” added Al Tayer.
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