Abu Dhabi (Etihad)
Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis, The Palm Dubai has announced that it has entered the Guinness Book of Records, as it has recorded the largest number of water slides, officially making it the largest water park in the world.
This achievement comes in the context of Dubai’s march, which has achieved the largest number of records in the Guinness Book of World Records, confirming the continuity of Aquaventure Water City in attracting millions of lovers of water adventures annually.
Verification of the record is carried out by photographing a clip documenting the experience of each waterslide and sending it to the Guinness World Records team of judges. Aquaventure Waterpark set a new world record with 50 water slides, beating the previous 41 slides.
This record is the latest achievement for Aquaventure Water City in its distinctive transformation journey to become the largest water park in the world, in addition to being an independent and exceptional destination in the region, providing its guests with unparalleled entertainment experiences. The destination’s three parks, filled with excitement, offer an integrated package of entertaining experiences and activities for visitors through a kilometer beach and 105 recreational facilities spread over an area of 22.5 hectares, including a record number of water slides.
The city offers thrill-seekers the most exciting adventures on several leading slides in the region that hold records, such as the Odyssey of Terror, the world’s longest waterslide with double-curve TornadoWAVE, in addition to Shockwave, the longest family water rollercoaster in the world, and Medusa Layer, The region’s first roller coaster with PIPElineBLAST double curves, as well as Immortal Falls, the region’s first cliff-jumping game.
In a new partnership, Aquaventure Waterpark and Hydrosports have launched a range of water sports products. It includes a range of water vehicles, such as hydrofoil surfboards, hoverboards, and jet-skis.
Atlantis, The Palm, offers its guests staying at the hotel an exceptional tour in the waters of the Arabian Gulf on board the luxury Italian yacht Azimut 50, exclusively offered to the resort.
Sasha Trimmer, Vice President of Facilities and Water Activities at Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai, chose 10 of the most important lifeguards to receive the new record certificate at the Guinness World Records ceremony. This extraordinary moment will be shared in front of the Leap of Faith slide, the most exclusive area of Aquaventure Waterpark.
Timothy Kelly, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Atlantis Resorts and Residences, said: “Today, as we celebrate this great achievement at Aquaventure Waterpark, we would like to express our gratitude for the efforts of those who contributed to the realization and operation of the largest water park in the world. Featuring more than 500 dedicated lifeguards, ensuring guests are protected, kept safe and enjoy new and exceptional water experiences.
Al-Waleed Othman, the official judge in the Guinness Book of World Records, said: “Visitors can purchase a seasonal pass, valid for 90 days, that allows them to experience all the waterslides at the Atlantis Aquaventure resort at an attractive price.
