Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia is set to enhance the country’s luxurious offerings with the introduction of Shushah Island, the world’s largest coral garden resort, as part of the ambitious $1 trillion Neom project.
Spanning an impressive 100 hectares, the island will feature a marina, two upscale boutique hotels, elegant villas, and an underwater museum, all designed to provide an unparalleled experience.
At the heart of Shushah Island will be an extraordinary underwater museum, offering visitors an immersive and captivating journey beneath the sea. The resort will also boast a striking 200-meter high hotel with 300 rooms, catering to millionaires arriving on private yachts and planes. To accommodate these exclusive guests, the island will be equipped with two airplane docks and 43 berths.
In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Neom Company will partner with the esteemed King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) to establish the world’s first and largest coral nurseries. Leveraging KAUST’s Maritechture Technologies, this coral repository will play a crucial role in conserving the Red Sea’s precious indigenous coral reefs, essential to the biodiversity of our oceans.
The ambitious $1 trillion Neom project envisions the creation of four megacities: Sindalah, Trojena, Oxagon, and the LINE, each offering distinct landscapes and opportunities. With the coral garden resort on Shushah Island, Neom seeks to establish a harmonious and sustainable relationship between humanity and the planet, demonstrating a commitment to environmental conservation. Anticipated to be completed by 2025, this visionary endeavor showcases the forward-thinking approach of the Neom project.
Nadhmi Al-Nasr, CEO of Neom, emphasizes the significance of the coral reef collaboration with KAUST, stating that it exemplifies their innovative approach to conservation. Through this venture, they are advancing scientific knowledge about coral adaptation to climate change while safeguarding the stunning coral reefs native to the Red Sea.