Aqua Natura water park in Benidorm

Aqua Natura in Benidorm is a cosy and relatively small water park on the Costa Blanca, primarily aimed at families with children. It is located around 45 km from Alicante, right next to the Terra Natura zoo. Most tourists buy a combined ticket for both attractions and make a day of it: they spend the first half of the day among the animals in the safari park, then, after lunch, at the hottest time of the day, head off to cool down on the water slides.

But even without visiting the zoo, Aqua Natura is well worth a visit: it is a great place to spend hot summer days, and there also seem to be slightly fewer people here than at the larger water parks.

Rides and relaxation areas at Aqua Natura

Aqua Natura is designed in the style of the Greek islands: whitewashed buildings, Mediterranean touches, water features and sunny terraces create the atmosphere of a small resort town. The site covers around 40,000 m² and is divided into five themed areas, combining thrilling slides, family attractions and cosy places to relax.

Water slides and attractions

Adrenaline seekers should look out for La Cresta — an unusual enclosed slide that gives you the sensation of weightlessness as you descend. Niágara and Speed Hole are just as exciting, with fast descents from a height of around 14 metres, while Kamikaze is a steep slide for the bravest visitors. If you fancy a competition with your friends, you can try Multipista, with several parallel lanes, or ride a triple inflatable ring down the winding Aqua Snake.

For a more relaxed family day out, there are gentler attractions, including the wide Río Aventura slide and the enclosed Black Hole water slide. Also worth a special mention is Ohana Splash — a 300 m² interactive water play area with fountains, waterfalls, small slides and interactive features.

Pools and children's areas

There is a themed swimming pool with artificial waves, designed to resemble a Mediterranean beach. Other parts of the park feature water areas with small islands and waterfalls, where you can enjoy a swim or simply cool off on a hot day.

Separate pools and play areas with safe water activities are provided for the youngest visitors. Aqua Natura also runs an unusual Mermaid and Merman School, where children can try on a special costume and learn to swim with a monofin under the guidance of instructors. Another special feature of the park is its educational sea lion shows.

Relaxation areas and facilities

For those who have come more to relax by the water than to enjoy the slides, the park has sun terraces with sun loungers and shaded areas. They are spread across several themed islands, so you can choose a comfortable spot and take it easy between swims. For extra comfort, there are separate VIP areas with sun loungers, tables and private lockers.

There are restaurants, bars and small food outlets on site where you can grab a bite to eat or order refreshing drinks. There is also a designated picnic area: if you wish, you can bring your own food and enjoy a light lunch in the park. For visitors' convenience, there are changing rooms, showers, lockers for personal belongings and a shop selling summer essentials.

Tickets to Aqua Natura Benidorm

To visit Aqua Natura, you can buy a separate admission ticket for the water park or choose a combined ticket that also includes entry to the neighbouring Terra Natura zoo. The second option is particularly convenient for those who want to spend a whole day in Benidorm, combining an opportunity to see the animals with water-based activities.

What else to see and do in Benidorm

Benidorm is considered the unofficial entertainment capital of the Costa Blanca, and most of the coast's major theme parks are concentrated here. If you are planning a trip to this region or want to put together an action-packed itinerary for a few days, take a look at some of the resort's other highlights:

• The best theme parks in Benidorm — an overview of the resort's main theme parks, water parks and family entertainment complexes that are well worth including in your holiday plans.
• Terra Natura Benidorm — a large themed zoo featuring animals from different parts of the world, where you can discover wildlife and learn more about their natural habitats.
• Aqualandia — another well-known water park in Benidorm, with large-scale water slides, swimming pools and attractions for thrill-seekers and families alike.
• Mundomar — a park featuring marine animals and exotic birds, where you can see dolphins, sea lions and other inhabitants, as well as enjoy themed shows.
• Terra Mítica — a theme park dedicated to the great civilisations of the Mediterranean. Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, thrilling rides, family attractions and spectacular shows make it an interesting destination for visitors of all ages.
• What to see in Benidorm — a guide to the city's main attractions, famous beaches, viewpoints, historic quarters and interesting places to explore on foot.