Discover Asia’s 19 Best Water Parks
Asia is truly abundant in water parks in Asia. The Chimelong Water Park in Guangzhou stands out as the most frequented not only in Asia but globally. Other notable aquatic attractions include those from Fantawild located in Zhengzhou, Wuhu, and Xiamen, alongside Playa Maya offerings in Wuhan, Shanghai, and Tianjin.
Additional thrilling water parks in Asia feature Seoul’s Caribbean Bay and Aquaventure at Atlantis Sanya. Visitors also flock to Lotte Water Park in Gimhae and Sunway Lagoon in Kuala Lumpur.
Top Water Parks in Asia
Our rankings and attendance statistics for the leading water parks in Asia are sourced from the TEA/AECOM 2023 Theme Index and Museum Index: The Global Attractions Attendance Report, produced in collaboration with Storyland Studios.
1
Chimelong Water Park, Guangzhou, China
Chimelong Water Park in Guangzhou is not only the most popular water park in Asia, but it also ranks as the most visited in the world, surpassing attendance figures of Walt Disney World’s Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach in Florida. This aquatic park opened its doors in China in 2007.
WhiteWater provided slides, including the first Family Python in China. ProSlide Technology Inc. announced a new partnership with the attraction in November 2024.
The park features vibrant slides and tubing rides, along with music and dance performances, and is part of the Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort, which also includes Chimelong Paradise and is owned by the Chimelong Group.
2023 attendance – 2,807,000
2022 attendance – 1,620,000
2
Aquaventure Atlantis, Sanya, China
Aquaventure Atlantis debuted in May 2018 in Haitang Bay, one of the five major bays in Sanya, China. This $1.65 billion attraction, designed by RAD Architecture, spans 200,000 square metres, making it the largest water park in Asia.
Atlantis Sanya features 21 restaurants, bars, and lounges, along with the Lost Chambers aquarium and Dolphin Cay encounter. The water park boasts 35 attractions, including 15 custom-designed slides and rides by ProSlide Technology Inc.
Former VP of Aquaventure at Atlantis Sanya, Alan Mahony, highlighted the unique theming and storytelling that sets it apart from other water parks in Asia.
2023 attendance – 1,600,000
2022 attendance – 630,000
3
Sunway Lagoon, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Sunway Lagoon in Malaysia is a vast playground covering over 88 acres, featuring 90 rides and attractions across its Water Park, Amusement Park, Extreme Park, Wildlife Park, Scream Park, and Nickelodeon Lost Lagoon. This attraction opened in 1992 and is operated by Sunway Leisure.
Sunway Lagoon’s rides include Malaysia’s first surf simulator, the largest surf pool in the world, and the biggest vortex ride named Vuvuzela. The park also hosts performances and events at its site in Subang Jaya.
2023 attendance – 1,500,000
2022 attendance – 950,000
4
Caribbean Bay, Seoul, South Korea
Caribbean Bay is an indoor and outdoor water park located in Yonqin, Seoul. It first opened in 1996 and is part of Everland, the largest theme park in South Korea.
Caribbean Bay features a wave pool that uses advanced technology to replicate Caribbean Sea waves, alongside pools, waterslides, a spa, sauna, and the world’s longest lazy river ride.
2023 attendance – 1,270,000
2022 attendance – 995,000
5
Sunway Lost World of Tambun, Perak, Malaysia
Sunway Lost World of Tambun, operated by Sunway Leisure, is located in Ipoh, Perak. Launched in November 2004, it is surrounded by tropical jungle and natural hot springs, featuring 10 parks, including the Lost World Water Park.
The water park includes attractions like Sandy Bay and Jungle Wave Bay, the largest wave pool in Malaysia, along with an Adventure River and Kids Explorabay.
2023 attendance – 1,000,000
2022 attendance – 800,000
6
Ocean World, Hongcheon, South Korea
Ocean World is part of the Vivaldi Park resort in Hongcheon, South Korea. Opened in 2009, it features both indoor and outdoor areas, including a large slide complex and an extreme zone.
2023 attendance – 960,000
2022 attendance – 750,000
7
Wuhu Fantawild Water Park, Wuhu, China
Wuhu Fantawild Water Park, owned by Fantawild Holdings, opened in 2014 and features a playground, lazy river, and Boonie Bear Village.
2023 attendance – 922,000
2022 attendance – 928,000
8
Xiamen Fantawild Water Park, Xiamen, China
Xiamen Fantawild Water Park, located on Zhongzhou Island, features a variety of waterslides and attractions, including a giant loop slide and lazy rivers.
2023 attendance – 905,000
2022 attendance – 674,000
9
Poseidon Beach Water World, Harbin, China
Poseidon Beach Water World is part of the Poseidon Resort in Harbin, themed around Greek mythology. The park features both indoor and outdoor areas, with attractions including a surf experience and various water slides.
2023 attendance – 895,000
2022 attendance – 625,000
10
Summerland, Tokyo, Japan
Summerland, launched in Tokyo in 1967, features an indoor area known as the Adventure Dome and an outdoor area called Adventure Lagoon, which includes larger waterslides and attractions.
2023 attendance – 870,000
2022 attendance – 690,000
11
Zhengzhou Fantawild Water Park, Zhengzhou, China
Zhengzhou Fantawild Water Park, launched in July 2014, features a lazy river, wave pool, and various waterslides.
2023 attendance – 783,000
2022 attendance – 484,000
12
Playa Maya Water Park, Shanghai, China
Shanghai Playa Maya, covering 200,000 square metres, opened in June 2014 and features attractions inspired by ancient Mayan culture.
2023 attendance – 740,000
2022 attendance – 290,000
13
The Jungle Water Adventure, West Java, Indonesia
The Jungle Water Adventure, located at the foot of Mount Salak in Bogor, features various aquatic attractions, including waterslides and a wave pool.
2023 attendance – 674,000
2022 attendance – 582,000
14
Atlantis Water Adventure, Jakarta, Indonesia
Atlantis Water Adventure is part of Ancol Taman Impian, a coastal destination in Jakarta. The park spans over five hectares and features a variety of attractions inspired by the mythical island of Atlantis.
2023 attendance – 657,000
2022 attendance – 263,000
15
Lotte Water Park, Gimhae, South Korea
Lotte Water Park in Gimhae, launched in 2014, features Korea’s largest outdoor wave pool and various attractions.
2023 attendance – 614,000
2022 attendance – 548,000
16
Adventure Cove Waterpark, Singapore
Adventure Cove Waterpark features high-speed water slides, a lazy river, and a colourful reef with 20,000 tropical fish, located within Resorts World Sentosa.
2023 attendance – 580,000
2022 attendance – 360,000
17
Playa Maya Water Park, Tianjin, China
Tianjin Playa Maya, inspired by the ancient Mayan civilisation, spans 150,000 square metres and features various aquatic attractions.
2023 attendance – 500,000
2022 attendance – 630,000
18
Playa Maya Water Park, Wuhan, China
Playa Maya Water Park in Wuhan offers a variety of attractions and experiences inspired by ancient Mayan culture.
2023 attendance – 600,000
2022 attendance – 500,000
