About Ghaf Woods
Ghaf Woods is a freehold development by Majid Al Futtaim in Dubailand, planned as Dubai’s first forest-living destination. The master plan includes 11 low-rise apartment and duplex clusters set within a planted landscape featuring more trees than residents. Sales launched in June 2024, with construction progressing in phases. The first properties are expected to be delivered in 2027, while later phases are scheduled through 2031.
The neighbourhood follows a pedestrian-friendly design, with parking at ground level and living spaces elevated above it. Forest pathways connect the clusters, while apartments are oriented towards landscaped greenery, creating a quieter environment focused on walking and cycling.
Location & Connectivity
Ghaf Woods is located in Wadi Al Safa 4 within Dubailand, adjacent to Global Village and close to IMG Worlds of Adventure. The development sits between Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54), with Emirates Road (E611) just a short drive away, providing convenient access to Downtown Dubai, Dubai International Airport, Palm Jumeirah, and Al Maktoum International Airport.
Amenities & Lifestyle
- 8 km of forest walking trails
- 3.5 km mountain-biking loop
- Forest-edge pools for adults and kids
- Wellness centre and spa
- Farming plots and farm-to-table dining
- Retail, cafés, and restaurants
The development includes around 35,000 drought-resistant native trees, including the UAE’s national Ghaf tree, and uses water-efficient irrigation throughout the landscape. The design aims to reduce outdoor temperatures by up to 5°C and improve air quality by up to 20% compared with surrounding areas.
Residents will have access to walking trails, a mountain biking loop, forest-edge pools for adults and children, Dubai’s first forest wellness centre and spa, community farming plots supporting a farm-to-table dining concept, and a gym and pool within each residential cluster.
Retail, cafés, and restaurants will be centred around Distrikt, the community’s mixed-use hub, while Ghaf Woods Mall is planned as the main retail destination. Visitors can explore what the future neighbourhood will look like at the Ghaf Woods Experience Centre, which features a scale model, virtual tours, and interactive displays showcasing the master plan and planned amenities.
Ownership and Market Context
Ghaf Woods is developed by Majid Al Futtaim, a company behind major UAE destinations including Tilal Al Ghaf, Mall of the Emirates, and the City Centre malls. The group has more than three decades of experience creating residential and mixed-use destinations across the region. The project represents Majid Al Futtaim’s first apartment-led community in Dubai, expanding its residential portfolio beyond the villa-focused Tilal Al Ghaf.
The first sales launches received strong demand, with the initial release selling out shortly after opening. As construction progresses, planned additions such as Ghaf Woods Mall will introduce leisure options within the community, supporting the area’s long-term growth as part of the wider Dubailand district.
