The central man-made tree is the largest of its kind globally, providing the structural support for the vertical rainforest.
The dome uses a specialized glass filtration system that filters out harmful UV rays while allowing essential light spectrums for plant growth.
The rainforest follows a layered biological model consisting of the canopy, mid-story, and forest floor, each hosting specific climate-appropriate species.
All wood used in the construction is sustainably sourced from renewable forests.
The facility maintains a strict policy against keeping large mammals, focusing exclusively on species that thrive in a vertical rainforest environment.
The bio-dome serves as a sanctuary for rescued animals that cannot be released back into the wild.
The Green Planet Dubai is an indoor tropical rainforest bio-dome housing over 3,000 plants and animals. The facility features a central 25-meter-tall man-made kapok tree, which serves as the core structure for the ecosystem. Visitors traverse the levels via suspended walkways that simulate different strata of a rainforest, from the forest floor to the canopy. The bio-dome maintains a controlled climate with 70% humidity and temperatures between 25 and 28 degrees Celsius to support tropical flora and fauna. Notable wildlife residents include sloths, porcupines, toucans, and various reptile species. The building is constructed with a sustainable, energy-efficient design that utilizes a glass roof to allow natural sunlight for plant photosynthesis. Guests can participate in interactive animal encounters under the supervision of trained biologists. The facility operates as an educational platform focused on tropical ecosystem conservation. The structure is integrated into the City Walk urban development, functioning as a temperature-controlled indoor nature escape.
The elevated suspension bridge on the upper canopy level provides the best vantage point for panoramic shots of the entire bio-dome.
Wear comfortable, breathable clothing and closed-toe walking shoes, as the internal humidity can make the environment feel warmer than the air temperature.
Check the daily keeper talk schedule upon entry to time your visit with animal feeding demonstrations.
Bring a camera with good low-light capabilities to capture animals nestled within the dense foliage.
Attempting to visit during peak weekend afternoons when the walkways become congested and animal activity decreases due to high human volume.
Do not touch, feed, or make loud noises near the animals; strictly follow the guidance of biological staff when interacting with free-roaming species.
