Red Sea Global (RSG) has unveiled Laheq Island, a new luxury residential community designed to bring island-style living in Saudi Arabia. Announced in April 2025, Laheq will be the first development beyond Phase One of The Red Sea, with an opening scheduled for 2028.

Red Sea Global unveils Laheq Island, the first private residential community at The Red Sea, set to open in 2028 as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. (Photo credit: Red Sea Global)

Laheq Island will be the first development in The Red Sea with a focus on private residential ownership, complemented by hospitality and recreational amenities. The project aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals to diversify the economy and establish the country as a premier destination to live, work and travel.

Amenities for residents and guests include a 115 berth marina, sailing and watersports schools, a racket club, an 18-hole golf course, wellness centres and beach clubs. Two resort hotels will also be built on the island, one focused on wellness and the other on energetic lifestyle experiences.

Red Sea Global unveils Laheq Island, the first private residential community at The Red Sea, set to open in 2028 as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. (Photo credit: Red Sea Global)

Laheq Island covers 400 hectares and is located within the Red Sea archipelago, which includes 92 pristine islands. Foster + Partners, an architectural firm, leads the design of the island’s concept called the “Forever Garden”, which emphasises vivid greenery.

The centrepiece of the development is called “The Ring”, an 800 diametre circular structure that will house apartments, hotels and retail spaces, all built around the island’s central lagoon and white sand beaches.

Red Sea Global unveils Laheq Island, the first private residential community at The Red Sea, set to open in 2028 as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. (Photo credit: Red Sea Global)

Norman Foster, Founder and Executive Chairman, Foster + Partners, said: “Our vision is grounded in a deep appreciation for Laheq Island’s outstanding natural beauty. Residents and visitors are invited into a serene garden that engages all the senses and offers panoramic views of the magnificent surroundings.”

Sustainability is a cornerstone of Laheq Island’s development. RSG is committed to regenerative tourism initiatives, including planting 50 million mangroves, enhancing coral ecosystems and operating the entire Red Sea destination on renewable energy. The effort aims to position the area as the world’s largest regenerative tourism destination upon full completion in 2030.

John Pagano, Group CEO of Red Sea Global, stated: “Whether it’s for guests visiting or residents who choose to own a piece of The Red Sea, at Laheq they will experience luxury living with an enriching resort community that brings people together and fosters life-long bonds.”

Red Sea Global unveils Laheq Island, the first private residential community at The Red Sea, set to open in 2028 as part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. (Photo credit: Red Sea Global)

RSG is on track to complete all 16 hotels that make up Phase One of The Red Sea. Upon full completion in 2030, The Red Sea destination will comprise 50 resorts, offering up to 8,000 hotel rooms and more than 1,000 residential properties across 22 islands and six inland sites.