Umm al Maradim Island
Island Southern Kuwaiti island, notable for surrounding coral reefs.
Kuwait’s southernmost island, noted for sandy beaches, surrounding coral reefs and a lighthouse; day-trip boats and dive trips operate from nearby ports.
Umm al Maradim Island is a small Kuwaiti island in the Persian Gulf, known as the southernmost island belonging to Kuwait. It is uninhabited and notable for sandy shores and a small lighthouse or beacon used for navigation.
The island is used seasonally by fishermen and visited for birdwatching and short-day trips in calm weather, but there are no visitor facilities or services. It is quiet and remote compared with mainland Kuwait.
Umm al Maradim lies off Kuwait’s southern coast at the entrance to Kuwait Bay and is positioned near Kuwait’s maritime boundary in the Persian Gulf.
- Access control: The island is Kuwait's southernmost island and has no permanent population; landing is controlled and generally requires official permission.
How to Get to Umm al Maradim Island #
Access is by private boat from Kuwait’s coastal marinas (Mina Al-Ahmadi or Kuwait City). There are no scheduled public ferries; local tour operators run day trips during the cooler months.
Tips for Visiting Umm al Maradim Island #
- Day trips are the usual way to see the island; charter boats and tour operators in Mina Al-Ahmadi or Kuwait City handle visits.
- Bring sun protection and a hat-the island is exposed with almost no shade.
- Check local authorities before planning a visit: access can be restricted due to military or environmental reasons.
Best Time to Visit Umm al Maradim Island #
Umm al Maradim is best visited outside the searing Kuwaiti summer. Most visits are short excursions: boat out, beach, and return.
