Shebara—also known as Sheybarah Island—is an uninhabited island off Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast in Tabuk Province, forming part of the Al Wajh Lagoon archipelago. The island spans roughly 19.8 km² and was historically untouched until its development as part of Saudi Vision 2030’s Red Sea Project .
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🏝️ What Makes It Special
1. Luxury Meets Innovation
Home to the Shebara Resort, a 73-key luxury complex consisting of 38 overwater stainless‑steel "orb" villas and 35 beachfront accommodations .
Designed by Killa Design, the floating pods reflect the sea and sky, creating a near‐invisible, futuristic effect .
2. Sustainability at Its Core
Fully solar‑powered with on‑site energy storage and solar desalination for fresh water, as part of a net‑zero objective .
Minimal environmental footprint—support columns elevate villas above coral reefs, and extensive waste‑recycling systems are in place .
3. Tailored Guest Experience
Guests arrive via:
Seaplane: ~30 minutes from Red Sea International Airport (RSI), which opened domestic and international flights in 2023–2024 .
Boat: 30–40 minutes from Turtle Bay Arrival Lounge .
Land: 500 km scenic drive from Jeddah or 375 km from Medina to the reception center.
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🏨 Resort Highlights
Accommodations: 1–4 bedroom overwater and beach villas, including two ultra‑exclusive villas with private yacht dock access .
Dining & Wellness: Five signature restaurants (Japanese‑Nikkei at iki.roe, Mediterranean at Ariamare, plus Lunara, Saria, Solera), a nature-inspired spa, fitness center, and separate family and adult‑only pools .
Marine Activities: A 30–40 m reef drop‑off is situated just metres from shore—perfect for diving, snorkeling, and reef restoration experiences .
