Concerned that the Arabian heat may spoil your UAE vacation mood? Wondering how to keep yourself and kids cool during a Middle Eastern holiday? Well, there aren’t many places on earth where you would find miracles happening.
Though the UAE is a desert country, it is the only place in the world to defy the impossible and make an oasis of fascinating water parks in desert landscapes. If you ever have the thought that there aren’t many things to do in UAE that would keep kids and youngsters entertained, you are in for a surprise.
Among its many places to visit in UAE, the country is also renowned for its exhilarating collection of water parks. In fact, it is home to the world’s best three water parks – Dubai’s Aquaventure Waterpark and Wild Wadi Water Park and Abu Dhabi’s Yas Waterworld. Apart from these, there are other water parks that offer a twist of splashing adventure to your UAE holiday.
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Here are few waterparks you should check out on a family holiday to UAE.
1. Aquaventure Water Park, Dubai
Inarguably the most recognized and the finest waterpark in UAE, Aquaventure Water Park is cocooned within the ‘Atlantis the Palm’- a magnificent resort located on the Palms Dubai. Packed with monstrous rides, and record-breaking water slides, this outstanding waterpark offers a world of adrenaline rushing water experiences. Conquer your fear on ‘The Leap of Faith’ and Poseidon’s Revenge – the most adrenaline-fuelled rides in this water park.
This colossal waterpark also offers marine recreational activities, pleasant beaches, lazy rivers and splash areas for little visitors to enjoy their day. You can even swim with Dolphins, feed rays and glide past giant sharks at this water park.
One Day Aquaventure Waterpark Ticket Cost (approx):
Above 1.2 meters – AED 289
Below 1.2 meters – AED 235
Children (0-2 yrs) – Free of charge
2. Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi
A recent addition to Abu Dhabi’s innovative recreational projects, Yas Waterworld is located at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. With more than 40 rides, water slides and splash areas, Yas Waterworld lets its visitors irrespective of age enjoy a fun-filled splashy day. Adventure seekers can look forward to a heart-thumping experience on Bubble’s Barrel – a three-meter-high wave simulator with world’s largest surf sheet wave for surf-boarding.
Enjoy the unexpected shock and thrill of the floor vanishing beneath your feet to plummet you down a vertical closed tube during the Liwa Loop ride. Other thrilling rides to experience are Jebel Drop, Hamlool’s Humps, Cinesplash, and The Bandit Bomber.
Single Day Ticket Cost (approx):
Adult – AED 250 per person
Child – AED 210 per child
3. Wild Wadi Waterpark, Dubai
Wild Wadi Water Park facts reveal that the water park is based on the fable of Arabian character Juha, and is perhaps the first water park constructed in Dubai. Located in Jumeirah, facing the iconic Burj Al Arab hotel, Wild Wadi Water Park offers numerous water rides and slides for all age groups. This water park has heated pools, artificial surfing areas and pulsating rides for thrill-seekers.
The surfing simulators – Wipeout and Riptide exist only in four places in the world, one of which is in Dubai. Juha’s Dhow and Lagoon is a huge play area for children comprising of over 100 activities. If you need a break from all the adrenaline-fuelled rides, then float on the 360-meter long brook that meanders through this water park.
General Admission Cost (approx):
for individuals up to 1.1 meters height or above – AED 336 per person
for individuals below 1.1 meters height – AED 284 per person
4. Legoland Waterpark, Dubai
The first-ever Legoland theme park in UAE launched in Dubai this year. The Legoland brand opened two theme parks one of which is the Legoland Waterpark. The theme park is a hit with the kids and offers 20 waterslides and attractions. The waterpark also has a unique and innovative way to keep kids occupied with activities such as ‘Build-a-boat’ and ‘Built-a-raft-river’ activities.
This waterpark does not have any high speed, heart-thumping rides. The most pulsating ride here is the ‘Splash Out’ which lets you zoom down a 60 feet drop water slide. The theme park is more suitable for families with kids and toddlers who would like to spend a day together and have splashing fun.
One Day Admission Cost (approx) – AED 245 per person
5. Wadi Adventure – Al Ain, Abu Dhabi
Wadi Adventure is not a typical water park; it is more of an adventure zone. Located in Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain at Abu Dhabi, Wadi Adventure is Middle East’s first-ever man-made whitewater channel and is home to The world’s largest surf pool. This adventure park lets its visitors try their skills in rafting, kayaking, wakeboarding, and surfing. But that does not mean that serves only hardcore adventure seekers.
The adventure park is quite popular among families who would like to spend a day relaxing and splashing in the water. There is a family swimming pool, open beach and Kids Splash area for families with kids to have a merry time. Adults and teens can opt for an adventurous experience with wakeboarding, rafting and at the AirPark which offers an aerial obstacle course, zip line, wall climbing and giant swing. You can also take surfing lessons and try your hand at surfing at Wadi adventure. The prices vary according to the activities you select in Wadi Adventure.
One Day General Admission cost (approx):
Adult (above 1.2 meter) – AED 65 per person
Child (below 1.2 meter) – AED 45 per child
Infants (under 2 years of age) – Free of cost
6. Dreamland Aqua Park, Umm Al Quwain
The least populated emirate of UAE – Umm Al Quwain is home to the largest water park in UAE – Dreamland Aqua Park. With over 200000 meters of sprawling arena teeming with fascinating garden landscapes and over 20 water attractions and thrilling slides, the water park offers an amazing water adventure experience for family holidaymakers. Being just 40 minutes away from Dubai, Umm Al Quwain is an ideal spot to take a break from urban wonders and enjoy a serene and joyful excursion with a hint of water adventure.
One Day General Admission cost (approx):
Adult – AED 160 per person
Child (under 1.2 m height) – AED 100 per child
Child (under 2 years of age) – Free of Cost
7. Laguna Waterpark – La Mer, Dubai
A recent addition to the assortment of classy Dubai water park – Laguna Waterpark is located at one of the classy beachfront destinations of Dubai – La Mer. The water park has four different zones – Surf, Relax, Splash, and Slide, each of which offers a plethora of activities to enjoy a splashing day.
The water park has an infinity pool to relax and lounge, a lazy river to float, Aqua Play area for youngsters, Splash pad for toddlers, a one of a kind surf pool – WaveOz 180 and four thrilling water slides. Visitors also get unlimited entry to the North beach with their day pass entry to the water park.
Full Day Pass Cost (approx):
AED 125 per person
8. Al Montazah Water Park, Sharjah
A unique recreational arena that fuses different kinds of adventure activities, Al Montazah offers its visitors a water park along with electronic gaming areas and go-karting adventures. Located on Flag Island in Khalid Lagoon in Sharjah, the water park consists of lazy rivers, thrilling water slides, tube rides and splash pools for kids. Once you are done with the water adventure, enjoy some family time with bumper cars and go-karting. The park is particularly reserved for ladies and kids from 3 pm till midnight every Tuesday.
One day water park admission cost (approx):
AED 120 per adult and AED 25 per child.
On a final note…
UAE waterparks are a great way to take a respite from the scorching desert heat and relax in cool waters. Combined with amazing dining and shopping facilities, a trip to the water park turns out to be an exciting UAE tourist attraction to indulge in for a day on your UAE vacation.
Priya is an avid travel writer who specializes in adventurous travel writing. Her blogs and articles give deep insight into various tourist places and act as a perfect travel guide for someone who is traveling to a place for the first time. Priya has exemplary research, writing, and editing skills which make her easily match the reader’s intellect and interest. She has blogged extensively about her travel experience while traveling to several places like Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Europe, Dubai, USA, Canada, etc. Check out another post she has written here: 13 Best Scuba Diving Places in Asia
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Wow. That’s a lot of water parks in close proximity. Some of them look insane! Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you. Glad you find the post helpful.
That’s pretty cool. The guide has anythings which are really awesome for the peoples. Their many things are mentioned which are useful.
Appreciate the kind words! Glad you find the post useful.
I haven’t been to the UAE yet but I heard the Legoland Waterpark is pretty cool!
Awesome! Definitely worth checking out!
I have never been to Dubai but I have heard a lot of great things about their theme parks. Your pictures are awesome and your adventures are awesome as well ! Thanks for sharing such a wonderful post.
Thank you, Sheena. Glad you liked the post.
My kids love waterparks so much and so do I! Planning to visit the UAE soon tho since friends are relatives are there, so I’m bookmarking this one! Thanks, great post!
Awesome! The kids will have a blast!
I never visit Dubai yet but I love giant slides! actually here in my home town Clark Pampanga we have Aqua planet resort that you can see a lot of giant slides.
OMG. I didn’t know about the Aqua Planet in Clark. Will define check it out next time we are in the Philippines.
Wow these look wild! Thanks for sharing!
I know right! Thanks for stopping by.
I lived in UAE for 18 years and I still have no. 7 and no. 8 left to visit. lol I guess my weekend plans are sorted
O M G. 18 years – that’s wow! We have been living in Qatar for 8 years. But still 18 years… Kudos to you.
I love a water park, this is a great post!
Thanks. Glad you liked the post.
Omg! Thank you. Dubai is my dream vacation. I’ll definitely will be visiting my the end of next year. Thank you for sharing
That is great! At the end of the year is a great time to visit. The hot weather is not in extreme! Enjoy Dubai.
Wow these water parks look insane! I’ve never been to the UAE before but I do really want to go to Dubai!
I know right! They do look insane!
Wow these parks look awesome! I’m a massive water park fan and have seen the one in Dubai trending on fb recently and it really made me want to go. Thank you for sharing this!
You’re welcome. Glad you find the post interesting.
My husband and I love going to water parks where ever we go. Thanks for sharing
Awesome! Thanks for sharing.
I always wanted to go to UAE. But I’m still waiting for my friends. Definitely check this places out.
It’s a great place. Been there several times before the blockade. You’ll enjoy it.
Planning to go to UAE, this is going to be so handy! Thanks!
Awesome. Enjoy Dubai.
Wow, this makes me miss Summer so much! I’d love to be on one of the slides in Yas Waterworld.
I know right! I was eyeing that one too!
Awesome post
Thank you so much.
Wow! I never had imagined that there could be such awesome water parks in that country. I was amazed by the photos and the fact that we knew for the fact that UAE is desert country, yet there are such kind of attractions in their place.
I totally agree with you. Never thought Dubai has these much waterparks. It’s amazing though.
These look like so much fun! Especially the adventure park.
Fun and amazing!
Wow! These water parks look amazing! I’ve only ever been to waterparks in Florida, USA. This definitely makes me want to travel… Great suggestions, thank you!
Glad you find the post helpful. I haven’t even been to any waterparks in Florida. Would love to check them out.
Fantastic, beautiful, and informative. Thank you!
Thank you. Appreciate the kind words.
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Thank you. Appreciate the kind words.
How did I miss literally every single one of these when I was in Dubai? I guess my family just isn’t the water park type lol. We did check out the aquarium at the mall, but that’s as close as we got to an aquatic adventure. There’s always next trip!
Lol. I know what you mean. We have been to Dubai several times and we missed all of them. Time to rectify that for our next trip!
These water parks are absolutely stunning!! I would love to visit somewhere like that someday! ❤️
Same here!
This post is really helpful thank you ?
Thank you so much. Glad you fin the post helpful.
To be honest this is a mind blowing! Never imagined that in the UAE would exist amazing water parks likes this! Thanks for sharing
I know right?! Last time I checked I only knew about Wild Wadi. lol. This is great though.
I visited Dubai last year, but didn’t make it to the water park! Hoping to return to the UAE next year, so will be saving this post to refer to. Thank you! 🙂
I don’t blame you. Been to Dubai several times, and I think I have only been to 1 waterpark. lol.