6 Insane Water Rides at Wild Wadi That Make You Feel Like You’re Falling Off a Towe

Wild Wadi Water Park sits opposite the famous Burj Al Arab and still manages to surprise visitors despite more than a decade in operation. If you love adrenaline and water fun, a full day here delivers everything from a near-vertical 32-metre drop to water coaster thrills. Below is everything the original article laid out, in the same order.

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Most Thrilling Attractions at Wild Wadi Water Park

When you enter Wild Wadi, everything is strikingly appealing — it almost feels like a water wonderland. There are so many thrilling attractions that picking one can be the hardest part. To help you make the most of your visit, here are the park’s best features listed in order.

1- Jumeirah Sceirah | JUMEIRAH SCEIRAH

Have you ever ridden a slide? If so, you know the thrill of gliding from a height to the surface below. Jumeirah Sceirah is a slide — but you begin at 32 metres up. At the top sits a capsule where you stand with arms crossed over your chest and legs together. Then, in a heartbeat, the floor opens and you drop. You’ll travel the 120-metre slide at up to 80 km/h before splashing into the pool below. Note: only guests taller than 1.10 m and under 136 kg can ride.

Don’t let long queues stop you — missing Jumeirah Sceirah is like missing Dubai itself.

Wild Wadi Water Park, Dubai

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2- Burj Surj | BURJ SURJ

Want to test your friends’ bravery and prove your own? This is the moment. Burj Surj is a twisting slide that spins you fast in water until you’re launched into the pool below. You’ll need a tube for this ride and can go in groups from two to five people. It may look simple, but after the first loop you’ll change your mind.

3- Master Blasters | MASTER BLASTERS

If roller coasters thrill you, imagine combining that with a water slide — that’s Master Blasters. This water coaster rises 15 metres above ground and riders sit on tubes as they splash and speed from one end to the other. It’s no surprise this area is the loudest, full of excited screams.

Wild Wadi Water Park, Dubai

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4- Real Surfing in the Wave Pool | Breakers Bay

Now it’s time to make your surfing dream real — and in the middle of a desert city at that. Wild Wadi has a wave pool full of large and small waves. It’s the largest wave pool in the Middle East, and its 1.5-metre waves rival the sea. Grab your board and ride the waves. Note: this pool is only for adults; children cannot use it.

5- Juha’s Voyage on the River

If you think Wild Wadi is only for thrill seekers, think again. Juha’s River is where calm returns. At 360 metres long, the lazy river circles the park and passes multiple waterfalls. You can float alone on a single tube or go with friends and family on larger tubes. Children can join this ride, but keep a close eye on them while you enjoy the scenery.

6- Tantrum Alley | TANTRUM ALLEY

Ever been trapped in a whirlpool? Tantrum Alley delivers that stormy feeling. Two steep slides start the ride; along the route you’ll be caught in swirling bowls that quicken your pulse. After passing three intense whirlpools, you’re flung into a water pool.

Water activities for kids at Wild Wadi

So far we described attractions mostly for adults — does Wild Wadi have anything for children? Of course. The park’s designers thought of kids too. Here are the children’s zones.

Juha’s Dhow and Lagoon — a place for kids

Juha’s Dhow and Lagoon is the park area designed for children. It offers more than one hundred water activities for kids. Children can enjoy kid-sized slides or spray each other with water guns. If you bring little ones, watch out for the giant tipping buckets — they empty every few minutes and create a soaking downpour.

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How much does a ticket cost for this dream water park?

If you plan to visit Wild Wadi, you’ll want to know ticket prices because attraction costs are part of the trip budget. At Wild Wadi, ticket prices are based on visitors’ height. If you are taller than 1.10 m you pay 310 AED; if you are shorter than 1.10 m you pay 260 AED. There’s a great way to save: buy tickets on the park’s official website to pay 40 AED less. That extra savings can go toward other Dubai thrills.

Aside from the ticket, there are other costs. If you need a locker for your belongings, lockers range from 45 to 85 AED depending on size. After storing your things, the locker door is locked and you receive a magnetic wristband that acts as your locker key. This wristband can also act like a wallet — you can buy food and drinks with it and settle your bill later. If you forgot a towel, you can rent one for 40 AED. In short, the park provides almost everything; you just show up.

By the way: children under two enter free. Also, guests of Jumeirah hotels can use the park as guests without paying.

When should you go to this water park?

Dubai is hot and humid, so visiting in the warm months might not be ideal. The park is more comfortable in winter. Overall, the best time to visit Wild Wadi is from November to March.

Dress rules at Wild Wadi Water Park

You must follow certain rules for clothing at the park. Here they are.

1. Wear appropriate swimwear
   You cannot wear just any clothes at Wild Wadi. Swimwear must not be see-through. Underwear is not acceptable for rides. Islamic swimwear (burkini) is allowed and available in park shops; without it you cannot wear regular long dresses or everyday clothes in the water. Also, your swimwear must not have buttons, buckles, zips or similar metal parts because they can injure you or others on the rides.

2. Avoid long or heavy jewelry
   Do not wear heavy or long jewelry like necklaces or heavy sets.

3. No glasses during attractions
   Wearing glasses — prescription or sunglasses — is prohibited while riding. If you have glasses, leave them with a friend.

4. Use special swim diapers for infants
   If you have a baby, they must wear a waterproof swim diaper. These are available in park shops.

   

Who can visit this water park?

Everyone, from adults to children, can enter Wild Wadi. The park also provides facilities for people with disabilities. Visitors with mobility impairments can use special amenities and even receive discounted tickets.

Can you hold private gatherings at the park?

Many visitors think: why not host a birthday or gathering at Wild Wadi? The park has thought of that. You can hold birthday parties with either regular or special arrangements. You can also meet friends or have family gatherings here and create memorable moments.

Where can we rest inside the park?

Even water lovers need quiet moments. The park offers private cabanas for rest. There are six cabanas total; each accommodates eight people and includes a refrigerator stocked with fruit, soft drinks and water. Every cabana has four comfortable sunbeds, a table and four regular chairs. Bring a snack or drink, lie back and soak up the sun in privacy. Note: cabanas cost extra; a park ticket does not include them.

Where to eat in Wild Wadi?

After a few rides, you’ll be hungry. You’re not allowed to bring food or drinks (except one water bottle) from outside, but the park has many restaurants. Here they are in table form for clarity.

Restaurants

What can we buy in the park?

Swim gear like swimsuits and towels are sold in the park shops. The shops also sell souvenirs. Here is a tidy list of park stores:

Shops

In the end...

Wild Wadi is a complete water city. You can ride tower-high slides and plunge into deep pools, or relax in a private cabana and sunbathe. With restaurants and shops on site, the park can keep you fully entertained. Words can’t replace the experience — you have to visit to truly understand living inside a real water city.

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