One of the most grandiose buildings of the Abu Dhabi Water Park Yas Waterworld is located in the UAE. $245 million was allocated for its construction, and all the entertainment complexes here are considered the best in the country.
On 15 hectares of land there is a fascinating world of 40 water activities, 5 of which are so unique that you will not find analogues anywhere on the planet. Yas WaterWorld is located on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi, near the Formula 1 track, opposite the Ferrari World Park.
Entertainment on the territory of the Abu Dhabi Water Park
At the entrance to the water park, there is a diving village where you can take part in an exciting jewel search in the interactive virtual game Pearlmasters amid the enthusiastic fun and waves. Cannons, ship barrels, compasses, treasure chests and bags of coins are installed throughout the area.
In the Abu Dhabi Water Park, vacationers enjoy riding the waves in the pools. In a simple pool, even children can ride. In the second reservoir, the waves are small, designed to imitate the sea surf and relax. But the third pool is suitable only for professional surfers, as the waves here reach 3 m in height.
The organizers of the Yas WaterWorld water park realized a great idea – so that children of different ages do not interfere with each other, Tot’s Playground and Yehal slides were shared. Older children enjoy having fun in Marah Fortress, where there are water cannons dousing little fidgets.
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Attractions
Frequently visited and interesting descents include:
- Dawwama tunnel for group descent. Visitors are attracted by the feeling of flying and the huge funnel where they fall.
- Falcon’s Falaj. This long, winding slide can accommodate up to 6 people on a large cheesecake.
- 6 Slither’s Slides with funnel. Originally decorated with intimidating snake mouths, from which happy vacationers fly out.
- Hamlool’s Humps и Jebel Drop. The freefall ride is unimaginably high – the audience below is completely invisible.
- Hydro-magnetic descent Tornado. The only water attraction in the world with a length of 238 m, designed for 6 people.
- Liwa Loop. People trapped in the capsule feel fear and delight, especially after the bottom opens and you fall into a long funnel.
- “Lazy rivers” with two rivers-quiet, smooth and stormy, with rapids and waves.
Unique entertainment options
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi has some of the most unique attractions that you won’t find in other entertainment water parks in the UAE. For example, diving for pearls. Experienced instructors will teach you how to dive properly, hold your breath, and at the same time look for shells at the bottom and open clams.
A novice catcher at the bottom of the pool independently takes out a sink with a real jewel, from which you can make an original decoration. The Pearl Diving Experience is charged separately.
Bandit Bomber
“Bandit Bomber” has the scariest descents with a length of 550 m, which frightens visitors, although the speed of the trip is not the highest. Extreme Bandit Bomber 4 seats and is popular, the queue is almost always long for it. Next to it is the Jabha Zone, where you can shoot water from geysers at those who move down on the Bandit Bomber.
Cafes and shops
In addition to the attractions at Yas WaterWorld, you can visit large souvenir shops and relax in the cafe, where you can enjoy delicious set lunches. The restaurants serve Indian and Asian cuisine.
The Gahwat Nasser shop offers a variety of delicious delicacies. Here you can buy Arabic coffee, fresh dates and even camel milk chocolate as a keepsake or as a gift to your friends.
Delicious Turkish ice cream is served at Farah Flavours Patisserie. A large selection of ice cream with various types of toppings can also be found in the cafe Dhabi’s Ice Cream. For those who want to have a snack, we recommend that you visit the cafe Dana’s Diner, which serves grilled dishes, barbecue wings and salads.
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Ticket price
The prices are as follows:
- Adult ticket — 270 AED;
- Children (below 1 m 10 cm) – 220 AED.
- For visiting attractions without waiting in line, you must pay an additional 150 AED.
- Renting a towel will cost you 40 dirhams.
The color of the ticket gives or does not give the right to pass without waiting in line. By purchasing a golden ticket, you can always pass without waiting in line for any slide, plus you will receive a gift-a beach towel and a bag. A silver pass document gives you the right to pass without waiting in line three times. With a bronze pass, you will always have to spend time waiting in line.
Vacationers are given wristbands, they can be used as a card, paying for other services, food or drinks. Also, a waterproof bracelet is the key to the cabinet for storing personal items. Funds are credited to it, and unused money is returned to vacationers when they leave the park.
Discounts
When buying tickets, you can get a significant discount if you do it on the site — www.yaswaterworld.com. Here you will see all prices and special offers. You can also save money on promotions that are constantly arranged by the Yas WaterWorld water park.
For a family, a great way to save money is to buy a Family Pass for 810 dirhams for four people (2 adults + 2 children). If you purchase 4 tickets (2 adults and 2 children) at the ticket office, you will pay 1040 dirhams. The advantage of the Fast Pass is that the family is given the right to visit attractions without waiting in line.
On the official website of the Abu Dhabi Yas Water Park, there is information that not only children under 3 years old can pass for free, but also their nannies. You should know that to do this, a babysitter must have a visa and work in the Emirates.
Useful information
Half a day is enough for you to ride all the slides and take part in all the activities. If you and your children want to ride several times from your favorite slides, then plan to spend the whole day on the territory of Yas WaterWorld.
For 349 AED in low season and 549 AED in high season, you can rent a small air-conditioned bungalow with a bed and TV. It is usually used to relax after fast-paced rides.
The Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi entertainment complex is not allowed to bring your own water, but you should not worry about this, as there are free drinking water fountains everywhere.
What else is forbidden to do:
- Flighty and indecent behavior on the roller coaster is not allowed.
- You can’t bring glass objects, food, or beverages with you. Exceptions are water for children in factory containers.
- Being drunk. In Abu Dhabi, this is strictly prohibited in other public places.
- Smoking is prohibited on the territory of the aquapark.There are several special zones for this purpose.
- Pets are also banned.
How to get
For tourists, the easiest and most convenient way to visit the Yas WaterWorld water park is to book an organized excursion. Abu Dhabi is a 30-minute drive away, while Dubai is a 50-minute drive away. The cost of the trip is$90-120.
If you are staying in a hotel on the island itself, then it is better to use the “Yas Island shuttle”, this bus will take you to the place for free. Transport constantly travels around the entire island to deliver those who want to visit the Yas WaterWorld water park. You can also take it to other interesting places: Yas Mall or Ferrari Park. From Abu Dhabi, you can take a taxi, the cost of the trip is 70-90 dirhams.
You can get to the center of the island, take the bus number 190 and get off at the Ferrari World Park, then you will have to walk. The advantage of visiting the Abu Dhabi Water Park is free parking for visitors to the entertainment complex.
Opening hours
Yas WaterWorld is open every day from 10 am. The closing time depends on the time of year. So, from November to March and during Ramadan, it is open until 18-00, in autumn and April-until 19-00, and all summer until 20-00.
On Thursdays, the entertainment complex is closed at 17: 00, then open it from 18: 00 to 23: 00, where only women are allowed. Female staff remains at work, including cameramen. Ladies Night is not held during Ramadan.
