Dubai’s best waterparks

Kilometres of slides and futuristic rides at the Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark and Wild Wadi Waterpark

Dubai amazes and captivates tourists at any time of the year. It is a state-of-the art city, a city of change par excellence and one of the most popular tourist destinations of the new millennium. In addition to its skyscrapers, among which the Burj Khalifa stands out above all, the city also amazes for its Thousand and One Nights amusement parks and its one of a kind attractions. Kilometres of slides, futuristic rides and guaranteed thrills. As well as enjoying a fantastic holiday by the sea, with breathtaking pools and fine dining with a view in the city’s most opulent restaurants at any time of the year, many are attracted by the fun and thrills of the city’s water parks, a way to bringing young and old together for a day that’s sure to be memorable.

Kilometres of slides, futuristic rides and guaranteed thrills. Many tourists are attracted by the fun and thrills of the city’s waterparks. In this photo ATLANTIS, THE PALM - AQUAVENTURE WATERPARK

• ATLANTIS, THE PALM - AQUAVENTURE WATERPARK

Set between the calm turquoise waters of the Gulf and Dubai’s majestic skyline, Atlantis The Palm enjoys a spectacular position on the crescent of Palm Island. Once of Dubai’s most iconic resorts, Atlantis The Palm boasts white sandy beaches, an aquarium with over 65,000 marine species, and the world’s biggest waterpark. Following its expansion in 2021, Atlantis, The PalmAquaventure Waterpark now has even more dazzling attractions to leave visitors open-mouthed with amazement.  With the addition of the Trident Tower (at 48 metres high it’s the tallest tower in the park, 12 slides and record-breaking rides), Splashers Lagoon and Cove, Atlantis, The Palm – Aquaventure Waterpark now has an additional 28 slides, taking the total number to over 105 slides, attractions and experiences in the park’s 22.5 hectares.  With numerous record-breaking slides and new additions, thrill-seekers can try the Odyssey of Terror, where they are swept up and down as they accelerate before a big drop, and experience near weightlessness before freefalling down a curved wall. The more daring can also try the Shockwave, the world’s highest waterslide that combines speed, power and rafting adventure.

ATLANTIS, THE PALM - AQUAVENTURE WATERPARK

There’s also Medusa’s Lair, the first duelling PIPElineBLAST® Water Coaster slide in the region, an intricate network of curves and bends, just like Medusa’s snake hair. Riders go through a series of dark tunnels, steep slopes and freefalls as they challenge each other to the finish. Immortal Falls is Dubai’s first thrill-seeking, gravity-defying cliff jumps - leaping down the Immortal Falls for those that dare to dive. With something for everyone, Atlantis Aquaventure is a fun-filled waterpark for young and old, and has recently set a new Guinness World Record for the most waterslides in a waterpark. A place for children and also adults who want to discover what was the ancient city of Atlantis while playing and having fun with family or friends (Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeirah - ph. +971 44262000).

ATLANTIS, THE PALM - AQUAVENTURE WATERPARK

• WILD WADI WATERPARK

The perfect, fun-filled destination for families, thrill seekers and leisure time lovers. Perfectly designed with over 30 rides and attractions, Wild Wadi Waterpark offers 11 interconnected rides specially designed for the whole family to experience unforgettable adventures in one of Dubai’s most iconic water parks. The park is located on Jumeirah Beach Road and offers stunning views of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai.

WILD WADI WATERPARK

Lay back and go with the flow on Juha’s Journey, a 4-metre wide, 360-meter long lazy river, offering guests the opportunity to take a leisurely swim or sunbathe in an inflatable ring as they drift along the river. Thrill seekers, on the other hand, can try the adrenaline-pumping slides, including the incredible Tantrum Alley. Seated on a four-person family tube, guests zoom into the first tornado where they will slide back and forth several times, then circle round and round the eye of the storm before hitting the second and third tornadoes, and finally splashing down the plughole into the pool. It is the first ride in the world to incorporate 3 tornadoes. Another super adrenaline-fueled ride is Burj Surj, where families seated on a circular rubber tube can enjoy, guests travel downhill to the bowl, where they are hurtled into two spiralling spins and then dropped into the slide, ending with a screaming splash in the pool. It is the first family ride in the world with 2 pools.

WILD WADI WATERPARK

Wipeout and Riptide Flowriders offer a cutting-edge surfing experience with realistic wave effects, ideal for body boarding, knee boarding or surfing. Little ones will love the racing slides and water pistols at the Juha’s Dhow and Lagoon interactive play structure. Interactive and colorful, Juha’s Dhow and Lagoon has over 100 activities, including five body slides, two completely enclosed racing slides, water pistols and an enormous water dumping bucket. A wide variety of food will make your day at Wild Wadi Waterparkeven more fun and memorable. From juicy burgers and hot dogs to freshly baked pizzas, while for kids there are chicken nuggets, hot dogs and sandwiches, all served with fruit juice or flavoured milk, fries or vegetarian options. Around the park you will also find carts selling ice cream, candyfloss, fruit and popcorn. Are you looking for healthier options? No problem because there is no shortage of salads, fresh fruit, juices and smoothies to refresh you and give you the energy you need to have fun at the water park. Wild Wadi Waterpark creates unforgettable experiences in a safe and completely welcoming environment (Opp. Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah St, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai - ph. +971 4 348 4444).

WILD WADI WATERPARK