Each vacationer has his own idea of water activities. For some, it’s enough to just splash around in the pool with clean water. Well, there are also extreme sports enthusiasts who absolutely need the highest water slide in the world to be completely happy. Every year there are more and more such entertainments in the world and the roller coasters are getting higher. The bulk of such entertainment is located overseas, but in Europe there are several attractions that can easily be classified as the highest water slides.
Spain, VertiGo attraction
In 2013, the tallest capsule slide opened in Benidorm, Spain. The height of this slide is 33 meters, but there is also a lower one nearby - for those who are afraid to immediately climb to such a height. The first daredevils who dared to try such entertainment were simply breathtaking from the sensations. Some shouted, others crossed themselves, others simply closed their eyes so as not to see everything that was happening. This is not surprising, because the speed at which a person rushes down a special capsule is about 100 km/h.
On the opening day of the slide, a large number of people gathered in the pool who wanted to see the faces of those who dared such an adventure. Inside the capsule, under the person’s feet, there is a special hatch that opens upon a signal from the attraction worker. An instant - and the extreme sportsman is already flying down, and the speed of the fall is constantly increasing. Before tourists were allowed on the slide, it was tested by rescuers working in this water park.
UAE, Dubai, Jumeirah Sceirah
The Middle East also did not want to lag behind, and a capsule water slide was built in the Emirates, which is in no way inferior to the Spanish attraction. After the vacationer climbs to a height of 33 meters, he will have to rapidly descend along a plastic chute at great speed. After the initial acceleration, it seems to the tourist that everything will go smoothly, but somewhere in the middle of the journey he suddenly falls down, almost in free fall. This section of the slide is the most attractive for thrill-seekers.
During the entire period of operation of this attraction, no accidents were recorded on this slide (except, of course, for the loss of some swimwear on the way down).
Brazil, Fortaleza, Insano water slide
This attraction is not only the tallest water slide in the world, but also a Guinness Book of Records record holder. It is located in the water park Beach Park, near the Brazilian city of Fortaleza. Its name Insano means crazy, and one cannot but agree with this. The height of this slide is equal to the height of a 14-story building (41 meters). Not only is it very high, but the descent along it is almost vertical, which adds even more extreme excitement to tourists. During the 5 seconds that the descent lasts, a person reaches a speed of up to 105 km/h, and this is the speed of a speeding car.
After a successful descent, the vacationer has the opportunity to watch a video of his adventure, and even take the recording with him as a souvenir. Such footage can be watched over and over again. True, access to such entertainment is not available to everyone. Pregnant women, children whose height has not reached 140 cm and people with cardiovascular disorders are strictly prohibited from entering the attraction.
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, Mount Kilimanjaro
This water slide fully lives up to its name (Kilimanjaro is the most high mountain Africa). Anyone who wants to ride from such a mountain is asked to cover 50 meters in 5 seconds. The maximum speed achieved during the descent is about 90 km/h. The attraction's employees keep their own statistics and claim that one in twenty visitors does not dare to overcome this path and goes back down. Not everyone has the courage to dare such a risky act.
United States, Kansas City, Verruckt
The tallest water slide in the world recently opened in the USA at the Schlitterbahn water park. The height of this attraction is almost 52 meters. She surpassed in height and Niagara Falls, and the Statue of Liberty, although there are not so many desperate daredevils ready to descend from such a height.
A spiral climb consisting of 264 steps leads to the very top of the slide, where those wishing to ride are seated in four-person rubber rafts and tightly tied to them. During the first tests of this attraction, engineers were unable to ensure that the sandbags (they were tested on) did not come off the slide and did not rise into the air. For greater safety, the chute itself along which the descent takes place is fenced with a mesh. This is really necessary, because the speed at which the daredevil descends is approximately 120 km/h.
On this moment The world's tallest water slide is closed. Unfortunately, a child recently died on this attraction. Full details of this incident are not yet fully known, but there are rumors that he was thrown from the front seat and broke his neck on the upper guard of the chute. Official version not yet, but the mere fact that a 10-year-old teenager was allowed onto this attraction is already a matter of jurisdiction. The fact is that entry to this slide is allowed only from 14 years of age.
It is still unknown whether this water slide will open again or not, but this incident will cool some hotheads of some extreme sports enthusiasts a little. After all, for a good rest it is not at all necessary to climb to such a height and risk your life.
It’s summer, it’s hot, I really want to relax, soak in the warm gentle water, enjoy summer vacation and just relax. Residents of cities, and especially megacities, rarely go to the sea or river on their day off, so there remains one more simple and accessible option - a water park. A cozy pool, special slides, relaxation for the little ones and extreme entertainment for adults - who would refuse such a cool pleasure in the sweltering heat?
Modern water parks are creating increasingly dangerous entertainment for those who like to tickle their nerves, but even among this exciting and frightening variety, certain options can be distinguished. Few people will be able to overcome their fear when going down these slides, because this is really for those who want to get a sea of emotions, an ocean of pleasure and pamper themselves with a tsunami of adrenaline. But, rightfully, they are called the most scary water parks world, and now you will find out why. You might want to visit one of these exciting places and enjoy all the services on offer.
Fifth place "Jump up"
The Atlantis water park is located in the Bahamas and is famous for one interesting water slide. It can be compared to jumping without a parachute directly into the mouth of sharks. And the most amazing thing is that this is practically true. The descent initially does not foretell trouble, but the moment you enter the water you find yourself in a glass pipe that goes straight into the pool with sharks. Not only is there more than five meters of water above your head, but these beautiful and dangerous predators are circling around the glass pipe. The adrenaline level after such entertainment should skyrocket. However, the queue for the slide is not decreasing, but rather becoming even more popular.
Fourth place "Scorpion's Tail"
The Noah's Ark water park offers no less exciting and interesting entertainment for those who want to tickle their nerves a little. This wonderful place is located in America, it is notable for its sharp vertical cliff, and it is simply impossible to predict it and prepare mentally. You, along with the frantic pressure of the water, will simply rush down at a stunning speed, and then the dizzying current will simply carry you around in a circle, taking your breath away with delight and fear. Well, for a snack, you fly out of this pipe with great speed in a dizzying turn, and the pool takes your mortal body into its hospitable embrace.
Third place "Wildebeest"
This wonderful water park is among the top scariest water parks in the world, thanks to its dizzying roller coasters. Surprised? Engineering thought came up with such a miracle when waterslides turned into American ones. And you can ride on them, too, with whole groups, and when a stream of seething water carries you through dizzying turns, descents and ascents, it is quite difficult to maintain composure and keep your emotions inside. Such entertainment will tickle your nerves no worse than a real roller coaster, and perhaps even more so.
Second place "King Cobra"
Surprised unusual name? The slide also looks completely unusual; riding it is like kissing a king cobra. The entire slide is made in the shape of a snake, and you can ride it on small inflatable rafts. Just a couple of dizzying turns of the pipe and you fly straight onto the cobra’s hood, where it’s not so easy to stay on. If you push harder at the start, you might even be able to pull the cobra's fangs, because it's so exciting.
First place "Madness"
And crowning the top of our list is the most scary water park in the world, or rather the most terrible slide in the world - “Beach Park”, and it is considered the highest slide in the world, it goes down almost vertically and riding it is real Brazilian madness. Only the most courageous brave souls can afford to slide down, and the descent will only take about 5 seconds. You will fly through this slide at a speed of over one hundred kilometers per hour. Just imagine this figure and realize that this is more than the permissible car speed in the city. The experience is truly breathtaking, adding vibrant colors and lifelong memories. The main thing is not to go crazy from such an adrenaline rush! Just a joke, of course. But it’s really worth visiting this place and enjoying the madness on offer.
There are different water parks with their own features, extreme slides, incredible offers and other tricks to lure more visitors. Today you learned about the most famous and outstanding slides and water parks, where you can relax and gain a supply of new impressions for the whole year ahead.
The main thing is to relax and always enjoy life, no matter whether you are sliding down the biggest slide in the world or just reading this article. Discover a new world and new opportunities.
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On May 8, 1976, a real revolution took place in the world of roller coasters. The world's first steel loop coaster opened at Six Flags Magic Mountain in California. Nowadays, a loop is far from the worst thing that the creators of attractions are ready to offer to adrenaline junkies who line up in long lines around the world to tickle their nerves. We invite you to virtually ride the ten scariest roller coasters in the world!
Attention: for the faint of heart, those afraid of heights and people with a weak vestibular system, it is better not to look any further!
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1. Silver Star, Europa Park, Rust (Baden), Germany
"Silver Star" - the highest roller coaster in Europe, has been tickling German nerves of steel since 2002. Using a system of chain lifts, they will first slowly lift you to a height of 73 meters, and then drop and circle at speeds of up to 130 km/h.
2. Tower of Terror II, Dreamworld, Queensland, Australia
The first Tower of Terror, opened in 1997, managed to scare more than 8 million Australians, and in 2010 it was launched again and became even scarier. Riders exit the tunnel and reach the top of the vertical tower in 7 seconds at a maximum speed of 161 km/h. At the top of a 35-meter tower, they hover for a moment, after which they fall down in horror.
3. Steel Dragon 2000, Nagashima Spa Land, Kuwana, Mie Prefecture, Japan
The Steel Dragon is no longer the fastest or tallest coaster, but it is still the longest. It is also the most expensive ever made due to the amount of steel used in its construction to make the coaster earthquake resistant. But, even if we don’t take earthquakes into account, this monster definitely deserves its place in our top ten.
4. Kingda Ka, Six Flags Great Adventure, New Jersey, USA
Kingda Ka is a long-timer in the world of roller coasters, but to this day remains the tallest coaster in the world with a dizzying record of 139 meters. However, the attraction has had many problems throughout its history. In 2005, the slide suffered a variety of mechanical damage, affecting the starting motor and rope system. Fortunately, all problems were completely fixed, but in 2009, Kingda Ka was struck by lightning, causing further damage. Now this is really scary...
5. Intimidator 305, Kings Dominion, Virginia, USA
A relative newcomer to the roller coaster world, Intimidator 305 (the name alone makes it scary...) won the 2010 Golden Ticket Award for best new roller coaster.
6. Dodonpa, Fuji-Q Highland, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan.
How can slides surprise thrill-seekers if they are no longer the fastest, highest or longest? Doponda knows the answer - the biggest acceleration! Having confused riders with a not-so-fast start, Doponda suddenly accelerates to 172 km/h in... attention... 1.8 seconds! And then it throws you up and down in an almost vertical loop.
7. Superman: Escape from Krypton, Six Flags Magic Mountain, California, USA
Until 2011, Superman: Escape from Krypton was known as simply Superman: Escape. But with a new coat of paint and the addition of backwards-moving carts, a new superhero of the amusement ride world was born. Speeding up to 160 km/h and rising to a height of 126.5 meters, the updated Superman knows exactly how to get your adrenaline pumping.
8. Thunder Dolphin, Tokyo Dome City, Tokyo, Japan
The Thunder Dolphin is quite modest in terms of speed, altitude and acceleration compared to other participants in the list, but it has its own unique “trick” that is why it ended up on it. The Dolphin's path passes through a concrete ring and also goes around a real building at a nerve-wracking distance.
9. Formula Rossa, Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Formula Rossa is currently the fastest roller coaster in the world. Accelerates to 240 km/h in less than 5 seconds. The speed is so high that those sitting in the front row have to wear special safety glasses to avoid damaging their eyes.
Another ride from the same park, but it's worth it. These slides are “with a twist”, and in the most literal sense of the word. Eejanaika is a so-called 4D coaster, which actually means that in addition to the usual ups, downs and loops, you also get... 360 degree rotating seats! Could the attractions get any scarier?
Then, most likely, you will want to visit a water park.
There are a huge number of water parks, and almost all can bring joy to you and your children. But there are water parks that, if they have the necessary funds, everyone simply must visit.
The world's most famous travel and booking site, TripAdvisor, created new rating of the best water parks, based on an algorithm that takes into account the quantity and quality of reviews, as well as the rating of each park in the last 12 months.
The best water parks (photos)
1. Waterpark Siam Park, Adeje, Canary Islands, Spain
This water park is not only the largest in Europe, but has also been recognized as the best water park in the world for the 3rd year in a row.
In 2015, the park opened a new 240-meter waterslide called Singha, which allows guests to slide down numerous curves at a speed of 18 meters per second, changing direction 14 times in a single ride.
As for the Tower of Power, it is first a 28-meter almost vertical descent, which will then lead you through a transparent pipe passing through a pond with sharks. At the end you will land in a clean pool as usual.
Siam Park Waterpark (video)
2. Waterbom Bali, Kuta, Indonesia
This water park is the best in Asia, according to a huge number of tourists. Its slides are located on 3.8 hectares, decorated with tropical parks.
Among the attractions, it is worth noting the Pipeline slide, the entrance to which is at a height of 20 meters. Guests will ride along it inside a dizzying transparent tube from which you can see everything around.
It is also worth highlighting the Fast n" Fierce high-speed attraction, which consists of two parallel slides on which you can pick up speed very quickly.
One of the scariest slides is called Climax. In it, a person enters a small capsule located at a height of 16 meters, the doors close, and the floor literally disappears from under your feet, you fall vertically down at great speed, experiencing a load of 2.5 g.
Waterbom Bali water park (video)
3. Aquaventure Water Park, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
This water park is located in resort complex Atlantis the Palm. It was voted the best water park in the Middle East thanks to its numerous slides, ponds with sharks and a clean, wide 700-meter beach.
One of the rides is called Tower of Neptune and features dark and mysterious tunnels ready to catapult guests into the Shark Lagoon, as well as incredible water carousels that will push you to your limits.
In the children's part of the water park (Splashers Childrens Play Area) you will find a play complex with hanging bridges and water cannons.
Aquaventure water park (video)
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4. Typhoon Lagoon Water Park (Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park), Orlando, Florida
This is one of two water parks in " World Center Walt Disney Holidays" World Resort) and has attractions for the whole family - from fast slides to a playground with small rafts that you can ride around the park in peace.
You can catch 2-meter waves in the Surf Pool and swim in the Shark Reef with real sharks.
The Crush n" Gusher ride plays the role of an abandoned and dilapidated fruit processing plant. Here guests can ride three different slides: "Banana Blaster", "Coconut Crusher", or "Pineapple Plunger", which are about 125 meters long.
5. Beach Park Waterpark, Aquiraz, Brazil
This is the largest water park in Brazil, where you will find pools, saunas, ecological zones, artificial river rapids and one of the slides, not for the faint of heart, as tall as a 14-story building.
One of the attractions is called Treasure Island, in which you will find water cannons, a wall with six units of water artillery, and a lighthouse with a spiral slide for family vacation.
There is also a ride called Chills, in which guests ride down a slide at a 90-degree angle on two-person circles.
Beach Park Waterpark (video)
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6. Wild Wadi Water Park, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The park is located in front of the amazing Burj Al Arab structure and has 30 different rides and attractions for the whole family.
The theme of the park was created based on the tale of Juha, a famous character in Arab folklore.
The most memorable rides in the park are Wipeout and Riptide Flowriders, which allow you to fully enjoy surfing. There are only four similar attractions in the world.
The Wipeout ride shoots 7 tons of water per second onto the blue surface, creating small waves that guests can ride by lying down or kneeling on small boards.
Wild Wadi Waterpark (video)
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7. Blizzard Beach Water Park (Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park), Orlando, Florida
The park is absolutely huge and has a lot of rides, including some of the tallest and fastest water slides in the world, as well as plenty of attractions for the whole family. For children, you can find smaller versions of popular attractions built in the ice palace play area.
In 2016, thanks to the enormous popularity of the cartoon "Frozen", they decided to organize a themed event in the park. Guests were invited to join Christophe or Olaf's team and compete on various attractions.
Friends can race downhill on the Downhill Double Dipper parallel slide. There is also a river where you can safely float around the huge park.
Blizzard Beach Waterpark (video)
8. Aquaventure water park, Atlantis Paradise Island tourist complex, Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
The theme of this 24-hour water park is Atlantis. In addition, here you can find various details related to the Mayan tribe.
Among the main attractions it is worth highlighting the “Leap of Faith” from a height of about 18 meters, as well as a river with a very strong current and big waves 1.5 meters each.
In addition, the water park has 11 different pools and attractions such as swimming with dolphins and radio-controlled car competitions.
It is worth noting that the park itself is intended exclusively for family recreation, which means there are no too extreme rides here. But in the "Mayan Temple" you can ride down slides in the form of tunnels that go down into the bay where sharks swim.
Aquaventure water park (video)
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9. Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This is the first mega water park in the UAE. Its area is 15 hectares, on which there are 43 water attractions for the whole family.
Here you can find attractions that are not found anywhere else in the world. For example, the longest and fastest tornado slide, the region's first death loop slide, and the world's first interactive water and laser roller coaster.
The theme of the park is built around Emirati culture, and the main attraction of the water park is an attraction where guests can dive for pearls.
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi (video)
10. Hot Park Waterpark, Rio Quente, Brazil
This is currently the only water park in South America, where reservoirs are filled with hot water.
One of the scariest rides is called Xpirado. Guests climb to a height of 31 meters and go down a slide 142 meters long with average speed 8.3 meters per second (almost 30 km per hour) past a lake with piranhas.
Another standing slide is called the Giant Slide. Here guests go down a wide slide from a height of 22 meters on inflatable rings.
Like most of the water parks described above, there is a children's playground and many other slides including Half Pipe and Wave Pool.
Hot Park water park (video)
Its height was 41 meters.
Schlitterbahn Water Park opened last year. The steepest slide, Verrückt, reaches 52 meters in height, which is a full half meter higher than the Statue of Liberty. The spiral climb takes professional risk-takers to the very top, where they are divided into teams of 4, seated on rubber rafts and rushed down at a speed of 120 km/h.
Let's take a closer look at it...
"Verrückt" translated from German means "crazy" - in fact, only crazy extreme sports and thrill-seekers would dare to ride the highest and fastest water slide.
The Verrückt water slide is officially recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as the tallest in the world: its height is 51.38 m
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The Verrückt Meg-a-Blaster is a design triumph of insane proportions from Jeff Henry, co-owner and “evil genius” of Schlitterbahn Waterparks. Henry decided he wanted to build a record-breaking slide, which resulted in the creation of "Verrückt".
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“Verrückt” takes four people down in parallel, and as Henry noted, “It’s a lot more fun when someone is screaming next to your ear.” It all starts with a scary fall from a 17-story height and continues with a small climb. And this is more than 180 meters of wet extreme sports. After an initial fall that's steeper than any ski slope, You come to a second rise five floors high, with new water supply technology.
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The massive tower around which you'll climb to dizzying heights is made from railroad tanks, cut up and welded together. Builders reuse the material to build the "Verrückt". The attraction differs from Kilimanjaro in that it will be a raft ride and the body will not touch the surface. Although, of course, a raft is not a very comfortable transport when you are flying 50 sheer meters down.
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"Verrückt" is taller than Niagara Falls, the Statue of Liberty (from sandals to torch) and Tower of London. Not only will it be the world's tallest coaster, but it will also be the steepest and fastest. Henry says that “Verrückt will change the industry. The biggest challenge will be to find extreme sports enthusiasts who will dare to go down.” If you are brave enough, visit Kansas City and challenge yourself!
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