Immersive Layout
The spiral route through canopy levels gives you changing views of the rainforest and its animals.
The Green Planet Dubai
Al Wasl
The Green Planet Dubai is an indoor tropical rainforest zoo in Al Wasl, built around a tall central tree with walkways through different canopy levels. Visitors can see free-flying birds, sloths and reptiles up close, with educational animal encounters and a cafe on site.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
11,834 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Close Encounters
Lemurs, sloths and birds can move near visitors, while snakes and scorpions remain behind glass.
Indoor Comfort
The air-conditioned biodome offers a wildlife outing away from Dubai’s heat.
Helpful Staff
Staff explain animal origins and habitats clearly and answer visitors’ questions with evident knowledge.
Rain Effect
The rainfall event adds sound and atmosphere to the rainforest setting.
School Friendly
Clear pathways, informative displays and guided explanations support educational group visits.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Online. Buy online to avoid the ticket-office queue and potentially pay less.
Start Upstairs. Take the elevator to level four first, then walk down through the exhibits; include the basement enclosure.
Check Parking. For parking, use City Walk’s underground car park and ask security about validating free parking before leaving.
Use Discounts. Check whether a Fazaa discount applies before buying; one visitor specifically used a 30% discount.
Check Feeding. Ask about feeding times if animal activity matters to you; one review mentions feeding around 11.00.
Allow Time. Plan anywhere from about an hour to two or three hours, depending on stops, encounters and the play area.
Plan the visit
Practical details
6746+F58
Al Wasl, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Animal feeding
Visitors may be able to observe feeding, with one review noting a session around 11.00.
Meet and greet with Avo
A booked encounter with Avo, an anteater, was a highlight for one returning visitor.
Play area
The play area can extend a family visit beyond the main animal route.
Common Concerns
High Pricing
Several visitors felt the admission cost was steep for the attraction’s size and duration.
Short Visit
Some visitors saw the main attraction in 30–40 minutes, especially without stopping at exhibits.
Limited Variety
Reviews describe the collection as relatively small, with fewer different animal types than expected.
Parking Distance
There is no nearby parking dedicated to the attraction, which can be difficult with a baby or stroller.
Access Restrictions
Filming activity sometimes blocks areas, and one visitor could not reach the flying foxes.
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The Bottom Line
The Green Planet Dubai is an indoor rainforest zoo in Al Wasl, arranged vertically around a large central tree. You move through canopy levels to see free-flying birds, sloths, lemurs, reptiles and smaller creatures at close range. The rainforest setting, educational displays and air-conditioning make it a practical family outing during Dubai’s heat.
The strongest feature is the proximity to the animals: birds may fly or perch nearby, while lemurs and sloths can be seen around the walkways. Visitors also mention interactive bird encounters, supervised handling such as touching a python, animal feeding and the rainfall effect. School groups can use clear pathways, informative zones and guided explanations.
The main reservation is value. Some visitors finished in 30–40 minutes, while others spent two or three hours, so the experience depends heavily on how long you stop. Several reviews call the attraction small for its admission cost and expected a broader mix of species or more activities.
Parking is not directly nearby; City Walk’s underground parking is the practical choice. Book online, check available discounts and ask about feeding times before arriving.