Abu Dhabi Yas Waterworld: 40+ Rides & Tornado Slide Entry

The World's First Hydro-Magnetic Tornado Awaits at Yas Waterworld

You get all-day entry to over 40 water attractions, from the world's first hydro-magnetic tornado slide to a lazy river and wave pool. Life jackets, tubes, changing facilities and live shows are included. If you add transport, pickup and drop-off are handled, so you only worry about which ride to hit first.

Step-by-step itinerary

• Arrive at Yas Waterworld
• Explore over 40 rides and slides
• Experience Dawwama waterslide
• Ride Bandit Bomber roller coaster
• Try Liwa Loop waterslide
• Relax at Amwaj Wave Pool
• Enjoy Al Raha River lazy ride
• Discover Emirati culture theme

The Experience

You want to know what it feels like to drop into a waterslide that spins you sideways before it even starts — that's the Dawwama, and it's the reason people book this park months ahead. Yas Waterworld sits on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi across 15 hectares, and it's not just one big slide; it's over 40 rides and attractions built around an Emirati legend called "The Lost Pearl." The park mixes adrenaline with storytelling, so you're not just sliding — you're moving through a themed world that actually has a reason for being there.

The day opens with your choice of how to get there: you can arrange your own transport or add it to your ticket and let someone else handle the drive. Once you're in, everything is included — the life jackets, the tubes, the changing rooms, the whole day of unlimited access. The Bandit Bomber is a suspended roller coaster that shoots water and lasers at you mid-ride, which sounds absurd until you're on it. For people who came to Abu Dhabi for the thrill, that's the one. But the park knows not everyone wants to be soaked and spinning; the Al Raha River is a lazy float where you can actually breathe, and the Amwaj Wave Pool creates gentle swells if you just want to float and watch the sky.

Live entertainment runs throughout the day, so there's always something happening beyond the slides themselves. The Liwa Loop is a high-intensity looping waterslide for people who want to test their nerve without committing to a near-vertical drop. The Jebel Drop is that drop — it's steep enough that you'll feel your stomach before you feel the water. Strollers and prams are fine for the younger kids, and life jackets are provided, so families with mixed ages can split up or stay together depending on what each person wants to do. The park is wheelchair accessible, and public transport options exist if you didn't book the optional pickup.

What’s included

• All-day entry to Yas Waterworld with unlimited access to over 40 rides and attractions.
• complimentary life jackets and tubes.
• changing rooms and shower facilities.
• live entertainment and shows throughout the day.
• optional hotel or airport pickup and drop-off if transport is selected.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sham Al Marjan Tours LLC

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full day of water rides without planning transport or worrying about separate fees for tubes and safety gear — the optional pickup means you can arrive without a rental car, and everything you need to spend the day in the water is already waiting for you.

Top questions

How many rides and attractions are at Yas Waterworld?

Over 40 rides, slides and attractions across the 15-hectare park, ranging from intense slides like the Jebel Drop to relaxed options like the Al Raha River.

What is the Dawwama?

The world's first and largest hydro-magnetic-powered tornado waterslide. It's one of the park's signature attractions.

Is transport included with the entry ticket?

Transport is optional. You can arrange your own way to Yas Island, or add transport to your ticket for pickup and drop-off.

Are life jackets and tubes provided?

Yes, life jackets and tubes are complimentary for all visitors.

Can I bring a stroller or pram for small children?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller throughout the park.

Is the park accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes, Yas Waterworld is wheelchair accessible.

What is included in the entry ticket?

Unlimited use of all facilities and attractions, life jackets, tubes, changing rooms, shower facilities and access to live entertainment and shows.

Can infants go on the rides?

Infants are required to sit on an adult's lap on rides. Some attractions may have height or age restrictions.