Green setting
Lush greenery, lakes and winding paths create a peaceful escape from the city.
Al Barari Nature Escapes
Majan
Al Barari Nature Escapes is a nature-focused park in Majan where booked visits and public events can include outdoor activities, family picnics and children’s experiences such as Forest School sessions. Reviews highlight its greenery, lakes, village-style areas and calm break from Dubai’s busy surroundings.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
171 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Kids activities
Children can enjoy outdoor activities, including bug hunts, a mud kitchen and stream play.
Forest School
Forest School sessions are a recurring highlight for children attending with Natura Tribe.
Event venue
The setting works for children’s parties, with a play area, benches, pergola and on-site bathroom stall.
Village charm
A small village setup with huts and an artificial river gives the garden a rustic, forest-like character.
Nature learning
One review describes activities around local flora and fauna, organic gardens and hands-on environmental learning.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book first. Make an advance reservation before travelling; reviews repeatedly report that unbooked visitors were turned away.
Check hours. Confirm the day’s opening time directly before leaving, as one visitor found it closed at 4:20PM.
Call ahead. Ask whether the park is open to the public or booked for an event, since availability can change.
Plan parking. Allow extra time to find parking, especially for children’s parties or busy events.
Budget carefully. Check the entry and activity costs before visiting; a review found 35AED high for a short walk.
Expect events. Look for a scheduled public event or a confirmed booking rather than treating it as an always-open park.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Wadi Al Safa 3 - Al Barari - Dubai
Wadi Al Safa 3 - Al Barari, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Nature Fair
The Nature Fair is mentioned as a family event with children’s workshops and activities.
Camel ride
Camel rides are among the paid children’s activities mentioned by a visitor.
Common Concerns
Access confusion
Several visitors arrived to find the park closed or private, despite expecting a public nature park.
Limited walking
One visitor found the walking area surprisingly narrow and restricted for a nature escape.
High prices
Reviews describe entry, food and activities as expensive, with some visitors questioning the value.
Parking issues
Parking has been a repeated problem, including for visitors hosting children’s parties.
Booking coordination
A private booking review reported poor coordination and the space not staying private for the agreed time.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
35AED
10minutes walking
“35AED for 10minutes walking for little bit of greenery”Google review · May 2022
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The Bottom Line
Al Barari Nature Escapes is a leafy park in Majan built around booked nature experiences rather than a reliably open public garden. When access is available, reviews describe greenery, lakes, winding paths and village-style spaces that feel unusually removed from Dubai. Families can book children’s activities, while event organisers use the setting for parties and gatherings.
The strongest family examples are the Forest School sessions with Natura Tribe, plus hands-on activities such as a bug hunt, mud kitchen and stream play. Other reviews mention a village called “The Village” or Nature Tribe, picnics by the lake, nature walks and birdwatching. Children’s events have included a play area, benches, pergola and bathroom stall, although parking can be difficult.
The main issue is access. Multiple visitors arrived from a distance only to find the park closed, private or reserved for events, and some said opening information was inaccurate. Prior reservation is necessary according to the supplied business information, so confirm your booking and the day’s hours before setting out.
Costs also deserve checking. One visitor paid 25 just to enter, while another reported 35AED for 10 minutes of walking. Reviews describe food and drinks as expensive too, so clarify what your booking includes before you go.