Aquaventure Waterpark the Gem of Atlantis the Palm

Aquaventure Waterpark is a theme park in Dubai located on a 17 hectare piece of lush greenery on Atlantis the Palm. The park has over 18 million litres of water that powers 11 water slides, river slides and other attractions. The waterpark is also the only water park in the Middle Eastern region with a private beach stretch and offers Marine animal experiences such as cow nose ray feeding, shark safaris and aquarium.

Aquaventure waterpark attractions

You can explore the following attractions at the Aquaventure Waterpark;

The Tower of Neptune

This is a tower reaching up to 30 metres in the sky and is visible from the Dubai. The tower of Neptune is packed with exhilarating water slides which include;

●        The Leap of Faith

This water slide will take you on a near vertical drop through 27.5 metres. You will be propelled through a clear acrylic tube that is submerged in a shark filled lagoon which is where you will end up after this exciting ride.

●        Shark Attack

This is a water slide that begins 13 metres up on the ziggurat. The slide will spin you in a mysterious core that will lead you to the shark lagoon.

●        Stinger, the falls and the surge

This is an inner tube which uses innovative technology to create a water roller coaster that will propel you through Aquaventure waterpark using jets of water.

The tower of Poseidon

The tower of Poseidon includes attractions such as dual water slides and a zip line through the park. You can enjoy the following attractions at these sections;

●        Poseidon’s revenge

This ride has 2 capsules with trap doors which will drop you on a 31 metre fall. You will then accelerate through the loop at 60 kilometres per hour until you go through the 116 metre long slide.

●        Aquaconda

The Aquaconda is 9.2 metres wide and 2.5 metres tall, making it the largest waterslide careering tube in the world. It’s here you’ll get to ride a 6 seater with your friends which will then catapult you through the dark serpent-like tunnel with exhilarating twists and turns.

●        Slitherines

The slitherine measures 31 metres high and 182 metres long. It is the first dual waterslide in the world and gives you such an exceptional experience. However, you’ll have to withstand the twists,turns, and the terrifying darkness in this enthralling ride.

●        The Atlantean Flyer

This is a waterpark zipline and is the longest in the Middle East. During the zipline ride, you will get an exceptional tree top view of Aquaventure water park, the beach and the palm Islands beyond.

River Rides

This is a complex river ride system with high rising waves that will propel you through the lovely landscape as you navigate through the park.

You can enjoy the following River ride attractions at Aquaventure Waterpark;

●        The Torrent

This is a wave river that is 700 metres high. A wave generator stimulates a water surge that will propel you through the tubes on an exciting ride through the course of the river.

●        The Rapids

This is a 1.6 kilometre river adventure which uses over 15 million litres of water to propel you through the intense rapids, waterfalls and wave surges.  There are a variety of large pools and spacious sub decks where guests can also take a dip and enjoy the water.

Children Attractions

Children visiting Aquaventure Waterpark can enjoy the following attractions;

●        Splasher’s Mountain

This is a water playground with water games, slides and structures. Children will have a delightful time climbing through the structures, going through rope bridges and trying to dodge enormous water buckets. 

●        Splasher’s Island

This is a play area with 20 water attractions and a giant dry play area shaped like a dhow shipwreck. Splashers Island will therefore provide the most exciting attractions for the entire family to have fun and bond at Aquaventure waterpark.

Marine Animal Attractions

Aquaventure Waterpark also features marine animal attractions that you will enjoy. These include;

●        Ray feeding

This a Mesopotamian style attraction which is a distinct experience. Guests gather up at the shallow water of the shark lagoon and get to experience a 35 minute session of cownose ray feeding. You will also get to learn more about this ray species during the feeding.

●        Shark Safari

This is an exciting water adventure where you will get to explore the underwater world. The shark safari lasts for 20 minutes within which you will get to see marine creatures such as black tip reef sharks, Marble rays and other colourful fish at the Shark lagoon.

●        The Ambassador Lagoon

This is a marine habitat with over 65,000 marine animals found in the Arabian Gulf. These include golden trevallys, crescent angelfish, cobias, sharks and rays. The lagoon has a viewing panel where you will get to see all these marine animals.

●        The lost chambers aquarium

In this aquarium, you will get to learn about the city of Atlantis, the culture and technology of this ancient city. This aquarium also has over 250 marine species that you will get to see exhibited.

Beach attractions

Aquaventure waterpark is the only waterpark in the Middle East with a beach area. The beach stretch is 700 metres long and has inviting white sands where you can relax and soak up some sun.

You can also enjoy water activities on the Indian Ocean waters such as Kayaking and Pedalos.

Dining Options at Aquaventure Waterpark

Aquaventure has a variety of dining outlets and restaurants that will give you an exceptional dining experience.  These include;

●        Barracudas

This outlet serves a variety of options such as Falafel, Shawarmas, Pizza, Chinese noodles and fried chicken.

●        Shark Bites

This restaurant serves fast foods such as sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, salads and traditional Arabic food.

●        Snappers

You can get coffee, tea, cakes a, pastries and frozen treats at this outlet.

●        Splashers

This outlet serves burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and refreshing beverages.

Aquaventure Waterpark has numerous attractions for everyone hoping to enjoy the best of water related adventure. You can book Aquaventure Waterpark tickets on itickets.ae and get to visit this enthralling world.