Yas Waterworld expansion now open to visitors

July 4, 2025

The Yas Waterworld waterpark on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, is now officially open.

Spanning 1.3 hectares, the all-new area invites guests to dive into a 'Lost City', a continuation of the attraction’s original story, ‘The Legend of the Lost Pearl’.

The expansion's was launched with a grand opening event on 30th June, attended by Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, Director General of Tourism at the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi and Dr Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Yas Waterworld operator and developer Miral, alongside guests, media and influencers.

The expanded area introduces more than 20 new rides, slides and experiences, alongside a new dining venue, elevating Yas Waterworld’s offerings to over 60 rides, slides and attractions - offering a diverse mix of features to enhance the waterpark’s appeal to families, friends and adventure-seekers.

Among the new experiences is Al Falaj Race, the Arabian Gulf region’s first side-by-side duelling tube raft ride, promising fast-paced drops and competitive twists. For those seeking action, Bahamut’s Rage delivers an exhilarating log flume journey packed with splashes and surprises. Meanwhile, younger guests can enjoy Al Sahel Junior, the region’s first mini zero-gravity boomerango ride featuring exciting drops, winding slides, and vertical zooms for a splash-filled, high-energy adventure.

Other new additions include Al Mafras, a desert-themed water slide with a splash landing, and Red Dunes, a twisting enclosed aqua tube slide designed for younger thrill-seekers. Moreover, the Dawwama Junior offers a scaled-down version of the iconic ride, bringing its excitement to little ones through mini vortexes and quick descents. For shared adventures, families can navigate Mataha Madness, a raft that disorients and delights with every twist, or experience the spin-powered rush of Sadaf Swirl, the region’s first high-speed raft ride.

Images: New attractions at Yas Waterworld. Credit: Miral.

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