Forest Living and Wellness Property Projects in Dubai

*The prices mentioned in the article are current as of the date of publication

5 min.

13th February 2026

Dubai’s residential development strategy is increasingly incorporating climate adaptation and walkability into large-scale master communities. Newer districts integrate extensive tree planting, shaded pedestrian networks, and sustainability-driven infrastructure at the planning stage.

Some master communities are built around forest-scale planting, creating connected ecosystems designed to reduce ambient temperatures, improve air quality, and enhance outdoor usability. Others prioritize wellness-focused urban layouts, including car-free zones, cycling routes, and 15-minute access to schools, healthcare, retail, and parks.

Within these broader communities, individual residential projects are being launched that reflect and operationalize these concepts at the building level. The following projects are located within such master-planned environments and illustrate how developers are translating forest and wellness principles into current residential offerings.

Forest & Nature-Integrated Projects

Developer: Majid Al Futtaim

Location: Dubailand near Global Village | 20 min to Downtown

Details: 1-3BR from AED 1.5M | 60/40 payment | Q3 2029 handover

Amenities: Forest Loop trails, rooftop pools, cinema lounge, fitness studio, rock climbing, co-working, retail promenade

DISTRIKT – Ghaf Woods, Dubailand

Developer: Emaar Properties

Location: The Valley, Dubai-Al Ain Road | 20 min to Downtown

Details: 4-5BR villas from AED 7.25M | 80/20 payment | Q4 2029 handover

Amenities: Central Park, Terrace Trails, Canopy Walk, Golden Beach, sports hub, yoga lawns, Town Centre

Avelia – The Valley, Dubai

Developer: Majid Al Futtaim

Location: Dubailand, Ghaf Woods inner circle | 20 min to Downtown

Details: 2-4BR apartments & duplexes | 60/40 payment | Handover TBD

Amenities: Exclusive wellness club, forest-edge pools, wellness pavilions, yoga spaces, forest trails

Maravelle Residences – Ghaf Woods, Dubailand

Developer: Meraas

Location: Nad Al Sheba | 10 min to Downtown

Details: 3-7BR villas & townhouses from AED 3.2M | Flexible payments | Phases through 2027

Amenities: 3km jogging track, lagoon parks, Events Lawn & Amphitheatre, Fitness Node, landscaped gardens

Nad Al Sheba Gardens Phase 11 – Meydan, Dubai

Wellness-Focused Residential Projects

Developer: Expo City Dubai

Location: Expo Central | 5-min walk to Al Wasl Plaza

Details: 1-4BR from AED 1.3M | 50/50 payment with 5-year post-handover | Delivered Q4 2025

Amenities: Podium gardens, sky terraces, multiple pools, wellness centers, running tracks, car-free zones, Metro access

Mangrove Residences – Expo Central

Developer: Emaar Properties

Location: Expo City | 5-min walk to Expo City, 10 min to DWC Airport

Details: 1-3BR & townhouses from AED 1.55M | 80/20 payment | Q4 2029 handover

Amenities: Rooftop padel, yoga garden, outdoor gym, pools, outdoor cinema, BBQ courtyards, pet spaces

Terra Gardens – Expo City Dubai

Developer: Expo City Dubai

Location: Expo Valley, Expo City | Minutes to Al Wasl Plaza

Details: 1-3BR from AED 1.67M | Flexible payment | 2027 handover

Amenities: Terraced rooftop gardens, green spaces, outdoor fitness, jogging tracks, nature reserve access

Expo Valley Views – Expo City Dubai

Buyer Considerations

Frequently Asked Questions

What differentiates forest living from wellness communities?

Forest communities (Ghaf Woods, The Valley) plant forests creating ecosystems—cooler temperatures, clean air, wildlife. Wellness communities (Expo City) use car-free infrastructure, 15-minute walkability, and smart city technology. Forest communities feel suburban; wellness communities are urban-adjacent.

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