ENVI Lodges marks a landmark year of growth in 2026 with the announcement of four new lodge openings across Saudi Arabia, Tanzania, and South Africa. The expansion reflects the brand’s commitment to purpose-driven hospitality, immersive design, and deep respect for nature and local culture.
The new portfolio will include ENVI Al Shafa in Taif, ENVI Al Nakheel in Al Ahsa, ENVI Paje in Zanzibar, and ENVI Addo Private Reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. Together, these openings represent a significant step in ENVI Lodges’ mission to deliver meaningful experiences that contribute to guest wellbeing while supporting local communities and ecosystems.
ENVI Al Nakheel, Al Ahsa
Opening September 2026
ENVI Al Nakheel introduces the ENVI Lodges brand to one of the world’s largest and most storied oases, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al Ahsa in Saudi Arabia. Designed as a tranquil farm lodge set within a traditional palm grove, the property will be surrounded by hundreds of date trees, evoking the essence of life under the palms.
The lodge will feature 25 private pool villas immersed in lush landscapes. Wellbeing is central to the guest experience, with treatments rooted in local healing traditions and energising practices offered at the wellness centre. Dining will celebrate the flavours of Al Ahsa through farm-to-table menus using seasonal produce and dishes inspired by the surrounding land.
Curated experiences will include ceramics workshops, yoga and meditation sessions, The Nest kids’ club, barefoot nature walks, and relaxation at the Palm Pool. Designed in harmony with local architecture, desert tones, and natural materials, ENVI Al Nakheel reflects ENVI Lodges’ vision for sustainable and immersive nature hospitality in Saudi Arabia.
ENVI Al Shafa, Taif
Anticipated opening late 2026 to early 2027
ENVI Al Shafa will be Saudi Arabia’s first high-altitude eco-lodge of its kind. Located in the Taif region at over 2,000 metres above sea level, the retreat is conceived as a sanctuary defined by cool mountain air, expansive valley views, and multi-generational wellbeing programmes.
The lodge will feature spacious one, two, and three-bedroom villas designed to accommodate couples, families, and groups. Facilities will include a wellbeing centre, an ENVI Garden for meditation and harvesting, a cooking studio, an entertainment hub, and creative workshops such as pottery.
Programmes will range from children’s mindfulness sessions to longevity therapies for adults and rejuvenation treatments for seniors. Positioned as a sanctuary in the clouds, ENVI Al Shafa will cater to private retreats, corporate off-sites, and spiritually focused escapes. As wellness tourism continues to grow in Saudi Arabia, the lodge is set to become a flagship destination for regenerative and multi-generational travel.
ENVI Paje, Zanzibar
Opening June 2026
ENVI Paje brings ENVI Lodges’ nature-immersed philosophy to Zanzibar’s iconic south eastern coastline. Located along the white sands and turquoise waters of Paje Beach, the lodge offers a contemporary retreat designed to reconnect guests with nature, ocean rhythms, and local culture.
The property will feature 22 villas, most with private pools, crafted with local artistry and designed for indoor and outdoor living. The experience is centred on barefoot living and holistic wellbeing, with beachfront yoga, nature-inspired treatments, and nutritious conscious cuisine. Immune-supportive beverages will also be served at the lodge’s mixology bar.
Guests can access world-renowned kitesurfing just steps from the lodge, alongside a range of island experiences including diving, snorkelling, catamaran sailing, jungle immersion, and cultural exploration across Zanzibar.
ENVI Addo Private Reserve, Eastern Cape
Opening August 2026
Set within a 1,800-hectare private conservation reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, ENVI Addo Private Reserve offers an intimate wildlife experience near Addo Elephant National Park. The lodge will feature 10 safari tents and two lodges overlooking unspoilt wilderness and a wildlife-rich waterhole.
Conservation is at the heart of the experience. The reserve is home to rare species including black-footed cats, black impalas, sable antelopes, giraffes, and a privately protected herd of elephants ethically relocated through landmark conservation initiatives. Guest stays directly support rewilding and ecological restoration projects, including spekboom replanting and Cape honeybee protection.
Experiences will include guided walks, cycling trails, meditation sessions, bespoke spa rituals, and open-fire dining inspired by Xhosa, Afrikaans, and Khoi San traditions. Bush breakfasts and sundowners complete the immersive safari experience.
A Growing Portfolio of Purpose-Driven Hospitality
With four new openings scheduled across the Middle East and Africa, ENVI Lodges continues to redefine nature-immersed travel. Each destination is designed to celebrate wellbeing, culture, and the environment, offering guests meaningful experiences rooted in place and purpose.
