ENVI Lodges, the outdoor hospitality brand specialising in experiential lodges, has signed a management agreement to develop ENVI Al Shafa, a wellness-oriented mountain retreat near Taif. Scheduled to open in December 2026, the lodge will be the first of its kind in Saudi Arabia, offering a refined yet grounded experience rooted in nature and multi-generational wellness.
Set at an altitude of over 2,000 metres, Al Shafa enjoys a cool climate year-round - an increasingly rare luxury in the Arabian Peninsula. This mountain lodge will introduce a variety of spacious villas, including one-, two-, and three-bedroom configurations, with panoramic valley views.
ENVI Al Shafa is purposefully designed for multi-generational wellbeing. Its wellness centre will offer programmes for every member of the family - from mindfulness sessions created for children to longevity therapies for adults and rejuvenation treatments for seniors. The ENVI Garden will serve as a meditation space and as a chef’s garden where various herbs and plants will be used in the kitchen as well as in various wellness treatments. An entertainment hub and pottery workshop will cater to guests of all ages, allowing families to slow down and share memorable moments together.
It is ideal for private wellness retreats, corporate off-sites and spiritual escapes. As wellness tourism in Saudi Arabia gains momentum - expected to reach SAR 26 billion by 2030 according to the Saudi Ministry of Tourism - the lodge will offer curated programmes aligned with mental health, physical wellbeing, and spiritual balance.