Dubai is well known for having one of the world’s most breathtaking waterparks – no surprise considering it is also among the hottest locations!
On this page we will take a tour through our favorite “Big” Water Parks In Dubai as well as top picks in the Emirates that would make ideal family destinations.
Aquaventure Atlantis and Palm
Aquaventure is widely considered one of the premier water parks in the United Arab Emirates. Part of Atlantis the Palm complex covering 42 acres, Aquaventure stands as a legendary attraction renowned for its world-class slides.
Aquaventure offers thrill-seekers and families with young children an ideal playground, thanks to the Splashers kids’ zone within its park that’s designed specifically for children under 1.2m and features replicas of famous slides suited for smaller ages.
Aquaventure boasts an idyllic spot on The Palm Jumeirah’s outer fringe, famed for its thrilling rides such as The Leap of Faith – an almost vertical drop through a central lagoon filled with stingrays and sharks – that are highly entertaining for visitors of all ages.
Aquaconda, the largest tube water slide and Zoomerango will bring hours of family fun. Trident Tower joined this park’s expansion in March 2021, featuring many record-breaking new rides that set records in record time.
Aquaventure boasts over 70 water slides and rides for your enjoyment, though the crowding may put some off! Do your best to visit Aquaventure early as popular rides may become overrun. Do take note that lines may quickly form for popular rides during hot weather!
AquaXpress speed tracks can be purchased, although their cost per person is nearly double (at approximately 235 AED per person).
What are the costs associated with Aquaventure?
A basic day pass starts from 299 AED for adults and 249 AED for children less than 1.2m; those aged 2 years or younger qualify free.
The rates advertised by the company as seasonal may be higher during school holiday periods.
Are towels necessary? Add another 35 AED per towel, and 55 AED for small lockers.
Visitors staying at Atlantis The Palm will gain access to Atlantis Park with their stay.
Bundling tickets together is another way to save money at Dolphin Cove (did you know that birthday guests get in FREE?)
Tourists can access Aquaventure via both the Dubai Pass Theme Parks Pass and Go City Dubai’s All-Inclusive and Explorer Passes.
Resident discounts (with an active Emirates identification card) offer great value, saving 100 AED off the entry fee for basic memberships.
Hours: 10:00am-6pm (or earlier in winter).
Wild Wadi Waterpark
Wild Wadi Waterpark at Jumeirah Beach Hotel provides an Arabian themed waterpark experience set against the magnificent Burj Al Arab hotel as a backdrop.
Jumeirah Sceirah – the 120m long tandem slide which can reach speeds of 80km/hr! Breakers Bay wave pool also boasts the nation’s biggest wave pool, making this park our go-to option for mixed groups that accommodate younger teenagers and toddlers alike. Plus! There’s even a huge section dedicated to children and toddlers making this park ideal for mixed groups catering for younger teenagers or those simply young at heart!
Wild Wadi Water Park closed for an extensive closure this year and has only since reopened to Jumeirah Hotel guests, though we await confirmation on a public reopening date.
What is the price of Wild Wadi?
Visitors staying at any of the nearby Jumeriah Hotels (such as Jumeriah Beach Hotel and its sister properties Jumeirah al Naseem, Mina A’Salam or Al Qasr) are eligible for complimentary entry to Wild Wadi.
Prices for adults on the standard online ticket starting from 269 AED per ticket; children cost 99 AED. You’ll pay more at the gate but if you book them online by yourself or through a trusted reseller this is what they’ll charge).
Pricing at The Great Adventure differs based on whether or not your child stands above 1.1m tall, as there are certain rides which don’t allow riders under that height limit to enjoy them. Infants younger than three always remain free.
Residents with valid Emirates Identification cards are eligible for additional discounts that could bring down the price to as little as 169 AED or 129 AED – you could bring along your nannies free! Valid dates for this promotion exist on weekdays more often than weekends and can pay in cash.
Keep an eye out for their Birthday Free Entry Offer (you need two paying residents in your group to qualify). And watch for Visa Cardholder Mondays with affordable prices (available until December 31, 2022).
Rent towels at Souk Al Wadi for just 39 AED per month while locker rentals start from 39 AED per month.
Wild Wadi can be found both on the Dubai Pass through iVenture located in Pool A and with the Dubai Theme Parks Pass.
Daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Laguna Water Park
Laguna Water Park can be found near the trendy beachfront district known as “La Mer”. Though smaller than other Dubai waters parks, Laguna offers an affordable price and plenty of enjoyment.
With four zones dedicated to Splash, Slide, Surf and Relax water-based fun is guaranteed for everyone. Stroll along the lazy river or relax in one of the cabanas for some relaxing beachfront atmosphere; although more laidback than some more popular parks.
What Does Laguna Cost?
Day Passes for adults cost 199 AED while children under 1.2 meters cost 379 AED online or 499 AED when purchased through the gates.
VIP Ultra All-Inclusive Day Passes offer food and unlimited beverages with fast access, towel and locker rental beginning at 300 AED, cabana rental for parties of four beginning from 1399 AED and more!
Look out for our special sundowner deal of 120 AED from 3:00pm until closing time Tuesday through Friday from 3:00pm until closing time.
Laguna can be found in Dubai Select Attraction Pass Pool B, Flex, Unlimited and Dubai Theme Park passes. Unfortunately it is not included with Go City Pass.
Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Legoland Dubai Water Park
Legoland Dubai Water Park caters specifically to younger visitors and offers numerous rides at an economical price point.
Ideal for young ones wanting to gain confidence splashing around and thrill seeking in water, its Joker Soaker provides an engaging water play starting point (beware the cold water!), before moving on to building Raft Lazy Rivers or building Raft Lazy Rivers for added adventure – before entering its wave pool (tame by most standards) before progressing to slides.
What Are the Prices of Legoland Dubai Water Parks?
Advance ticket purchases online cost 295 AED per adult (3+), while at the gate they’ll be charged AED 330.
As this is the most cost-effective option available to you for visiting both Legoland Dubai Water Park and Legoland Dubai theme park – both located adjacently so you can walk or ride between them – or any of Dubai Parks and Resorts’ theme parks like Motiongate and Bollywood, you could save by purchasing two park passes together for only 355 AED! But discounts may also be available!
Staying at Lapita Resort or Legoland Hotel Dubai also gives you access to an attractive stay-and-play package, featuring both an overnight stay and play experience.
Legoland Water Park can be found on both the Dubai Theme Parks Pass by Dubai Pass – iVenture and All-inclusive City Dubai passes, respectively.
Everyday between 10:00 am and 6 pm (off-peak hours may vary and sometimes close mid-week.).
Best Water Parks Outside of Dubai
There are two outstanding water parks near Dubai which can easily be visited as day excursions: Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi and Dreamland Aqua Park in Umm al Quwain are both excellent options to consider when selecting Dubai’s ultimate waterpark experience.
(There was once an alternative park called Iceland in Ras al Khaimah that abruptly and unexpectedly closed in 2018 – we believe something bigger and better will emerge in its place! Keep an eye out!).
Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi
Okay, we might be biased here but we believe Yas Waterworld to be even BETTER THAN the water parks of Dubai! Now there’s a bold claim!
Emirati themed water park. Recipient of numerous travel awards across all of Middle East region – and worldwide. Offering more than 45 attractions and rides suitable for people of all ages.
From adrenaline-pumping slides to the iconic Al Raha lazy river and wave pool as well as Bandit Bomber suspended roller coaster, you will discover a host of rides here with live entertainment and shows throughout the park throughout your visit.
Children of smaller sizes are well taken care of at Yas Waterworld with three separate splash zones offering activities from small toddlers to slides for toddlers and the crowd favorite tipping bucket. There’s even an unforgettable pearl diving experience and mermaid’s school for added entertainment!
Children under 3 are free, which makes this attraction even more cost-effective when you consider there are numerous slides and play areas they can explore independently.
Yas Waterworld and any of the Yas Island theme parks from Dubai make for an amazing day trip, offering free transfers! Get more details on how to reach Yas Island here; travel times range between 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on where in Dubai you start from.
Hotels located on Yas Island also offer amazing overnight packages that combine park tickets with hotel stays, as well as Combo tickets which cover both Warner Bros World and Ferrari World attractions nearby.
Daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.
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Dreamland Aqua Park
Umm Al Quwain offers some interesting variations outside of Dubai, and Dreamland Aqua Park stands out among them all! Offering traditional 1980s water park fun while still remaining fun today – you will certainly have an enjoyable time here! This fantastic value option makes us proudly include Dreamland Aqua Park as our top value option for travelers on tight budgets visiting Dubai.
Dubai Park and Waterworld is one of the lushest, relaxing water parks with no huge queues, featuring a beer park featuring swimming lanes, relaxing grassy areas and overnight camping – one-of-a-kind within UAE! It also has one of the only beer gardens with bars for swimming lanes as well as camping options – something no other park in UAE provides!
Dreamland in Umm Al Quwain (UAQ), approximately an hour’s drive north-east from Dubai, can get quite cold during cooler months – although they have apparently thought up ways to warm the water for summer days and hot autumn afternoons!
Open Daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (later on Saturdays).
Dubai provides several smaller waterpark and splash park alternatives.
Ideal for children looking to relax, we also recommend top splash parks across the city for families to enjoy:
Splash and Party Dubai has three great locations for family water fun play areas; one can be found in Al Safa 2 as a small hidden gem! Likewise, two new branches have now opened at Kite Beach and JBR featuring large inflatable water playgrounds – find out more on splashnparty.ae.
Splash Pad, The Beach JBR is an incredible place for young children in JBR; there’s even a lifeguard available here and temperature-controlled water to provide year-round enjoyment – it’s basically like an indoor playground for kids PLUS water!
Blue Wave DXB’s Splash Island by Blue Wave DXB is the only year-round indoor play space for children in Dubai, featuring eight indoor slides and a waterfall – as well as a bucket forest designed to suit those aged 18 months to 12 years.
At the XPark Jr Splash Area near Kite Beach, you will find an attractive small adventure playground featuring pools and streams; perfect for when your child wants to splash around but without getting completely wet! Plus there is the popular Park House Cafe!
Atlantis Aquaventure
Atlantis Aquaventure has long been one of the major draws to Dubai Tourism, drawing in many visitors specifically for this captivating water park that can be found there. Boasting record-breaking rides and an underwater shark tank where visitors can get up close to captive sharks, Atlantis Aquaventure provides visitors with a thrilling aquatic adventure while its private beach provides them with access upon entering. Boasting over 100 groundbreaking slides and attractions it is widely considered the biggest aquatic park on earth!
Atlantis Waterpark is unparalleled due to its unique waterslides, thrilling rides, attractions and extreme slides for thrill-seekers. Some of Atlantis’s most beloved rides include The Leap of Faith which takes visitors down a 9-story high water slide in just seconds – its Shark Attack and Cownose Feeding bring these magnificent aquatic beasts close enough for close interaction!
Timings: From 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM.
Price of Day Pass AED 245 and above
Location: Atlantis The Palm in Dubai on Crescent Rd, United Arab Emirates.
Yas Waterworld took ninth place in TripAdvisor’s Top 25 Water Parks category of their Traveler’s Choice Award and should not be missed by thrill seekers. Boasting more than 40 slides, rides, and thrilling activities this Emirati-themed waterpark located in Al Ain has become one of the world’s premier attractions! So come experience one of the largest water parks and highest rated ones around – don’t delay
Timing And Location
Timings: 11:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Price of Single Day Ticket – AED 270
Family & Friends Offer (4 or more pax) – AED 810
Additionally, they provide discounted packages and special offers through their site.
Location of Yas Island in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates.
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Splash N Party was specifically created with children aged 2-10 in mind. Perfect for kid’s parties and large group outings alike, Splash n Party offers vibrant water rides at waist height that offer secure play experiences in a vibrant and safe setting. Special care has been taken by building shorter than typical parks rides that make Splash N Party an enjoyable and safe environment for young visitors to experience all that the water park offers!
Timings: Washburn’s weekly schedule runs from 9.00 AM to 8 PM (Monday-Thursday).
Weekends – 9:00 AM to 09:00 PM
Price: On weekdays: AED 100 per child with one adult free entry
On Saturdays and Sundays, children can enter for AED 140 each, with one adult entry free of charge.
Adult companions: AED 50
Location: Al Safa 2, Street 8A, Villa no.1 Jumeirah Dubai United Arab Emirates
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