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Aqualand in Portugal is ar top-rated water park located in the Algarve region, just a few miles from the town of Albufeira. The park's main attraction is the Kamikaze, a slide that reaches up to 36 miles per hour, giving riders an adrenaline rush as they descend down the steep slope. It's a perfect destination for families and friends looking to have fun in the sun.
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Slide 1 of 17, Visitors enjoying the Banzai slide at Aqualand Algarve.
Visitors enjoying the Banzai slide at Aqualand Algarve.
Visitors enjoying Congo River ride at Aqualand Algarve.
Visitors enjoying water rapids at Aqualand Algarve with palm trees and frog statue.
Visitors enjoying the Kamikaze slide at Aqualand Algarve.
Visitors enjoying the pool at Aqualand Algarve's surf beach.
Visitors sliding on King Cobra ride at Aqualand Algarve.
Visitors enjoying the Super Surf slide at Aqualand Algarve.
Children sliding down water slides at Aqualand Algarve's Children's Paradise.
Visitors sliding down Crazy Leap at Aqualand Algarve water park.
Colorful water slides at Aqualand surrounded by palm trees.
Colorful water slides at Aqualand with palm trees and blue sky.
Water slides at Aqualand with splashes in the pool, showcasing vibrant slides and fun activities.
Water slides at Aqualand in Albufeira with colorful tubes and splash pool.
Customers enjoying water slide at Aqualand in Albufeira.
Child playing under colorful fountain in Aqualand children's area.
Family enjoying a water ride at Aqualand, wearing colorful sunglasses.
Child relaxing in a pool on a rainbow float at Aqualand.

Aqualand Algarve Entry Tickets

Explore at your pace

  • Trade a beach day for a full day of water-based fun, with plenty of ways to switch between excitement and relaxation.

  • Your ticket includes access to all pools, water attractions, children's areas, relaxation zones, and free on-site parking.

  • Perfect for families, groups of friends, and anyone looking to cool off during a day in the Algarve.

  • Take on attractions like Banzai and Hydra, float along the Congo River, and cool off in the semi-Olympic pool throughout the day.

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  • Trade a beach day for a full day of water-based fun, with plenty of ways to switch between excitement and relaxation.

  • Your ticket includes access to all pools, water attractions, children's areas, relaxation zones, and free on-site parking.

  • Perfect for families, groups of friends, and anyone looking to cool off during a day in the Algarve.

  • Take on attractions like Banzai and Hydra, float along the Congo River, and cool off in the semi-Olympic pool throughout the day.

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Pro tips to help you make a pick

Your entry ticket gives you one-day access to all open slides, pools, Kidzworld, and relaxation areas on the date you select. Transport, food and drinks, lockers, and sun loungers are not included and must be purchased separately.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The minimum age to enter the park unaccompanied is 16.

Book dated tickets online ahead of your visit, especially in peak summer. This secures your place on busy days and avoids the ticket-office queue, but it does not skip security checks or ride queues inside the park.

Aim to arrive at or near opening time (10am). Reviews consistently show the shortest queues at King Cobra, Kamikaze, and Hydra in the first part of the day. Peak August weekends get significantly busier by late morning.

Plan for approximately 4–7 hours on-site. Families with younger children often stay for a full day based around Kidzworld and the pools. Adults or older teens covering all the thrill rides may be satisfied in a half day if they arrive early.

Budget for extras before choosing your ticket. Lockers and sun loungers cost extra on the day. Food and drinks are available on-site but are not covered by admission. Free parasols are provided.

Plan for about 4–7 hours onsite. Families with younger children often stay close to a full day, while adults or older teens may be satisfied with a half-day if they arrive early.

Confirm height and age rules as soon as you arrive. Key thresholds: 1.40 m minimum for King Cobra, Kamikaze, and Banzai; 1.20 m minimum for Surf Beach (wave pool); 1.10 m minimum for Flying Carpets, Super Surf, Hydra, Crazy Leap, and Rapids; max. 8 years old for Children's Paradise.

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About Aqualand Portugal

Seasonal outdoor day-entry access makes Aqualand Algarve easy to slot into an Algarve beach holiday. The park mixes the Kamikaze — Portugal's highest water slide at 36 m — and the King Cobra tube-float ride with family-friendly attractions like the Surf Beach wave pool, Congo River lazy river, Flying Carpets racing slides, and the Kidzworld children's area. Its location off the EN125 near Alcantarilha suits self-drivers staying in Albufeira, Portimão, Lagoa, or Carvoeiro, and free on-site parking is available.

Did you know?

Aqualand Algarve is operated by Aspro Ocio, a European leisure group that manages multiple water parks and theme parks across Europe under the Aqualand and related brands.

The Kamikaze is Portugal's highest water slide, standing at 36 metres — taller than a 10-storey building — and propels riders from the top to the splash run-out in approximately 4 seconds.

King Cobra consists of 315 individual pieces assembled on-site and stands 5 storeys high. Its tube tilts between 10% (minimum) and 40% (maximum) at different points along the ride.

Why visit Aqualand Portugal?

Ride Portugal's Tallest Water Slide

The Kamikaze drops riders 36 metres from start to splash-down in approximately 4 seconds and is officially the highest water slide in Portugal. It is a body slide (no float) requiring a minimum height of 1.40 m. Arrive early to beat the queue.

Take on King Cobra — the Park's Flagship Ride

King Cobra is Aqualand Algarve's showpiece attraction: a 24.5 m enclosed tube-float ride that twists riders through sharp turns, light and dark sections, and a final drop at 40% incline into the cobra's open jaws. It can be ridden solo or with a partner, and requires a minimum height of 1.40 m.

Race Friends on the Mat and Body Slides

When slide lines build, the large wave pool and the lazy river offer two slower-paced ways to stay in the water. Visitors often use them as mid-day breaks before going back to the slide towers.

Alternate Between Surf Beach and the Congo River

When slide queues lengthen, the Surf Beach wave pool (min. height 1.20 m) and the 270-metre Congo River lazy river (floats) offer two relaxed ways to stay in the water. Both are popular midday breaks before returning to thrill rides.

Kidzworld for Children Up to Age 8

Children's Paradise is a dedicated area with two shallow pools, mini-slides, castles, fountains, and animal figures, restricted to children aged 8 and under. Adults can supervise without entering the main slide zones. It functions well as a family base for groups with younger children.

Plan your visit

Main Entrance (Primary Gate on EN125)

Located at E.N. 125 – Sítio das Areias, Apartado 11, 8365-908 Alcantarilha, Algarve, Portugal. This is the only entry point for all visitors arriving by car, taxi, ride-hail, or drop-off. It sits directly beside the free covered car park. Ticket scanning for online vouchers and box-office ticket purchase are both handled at this gate, followed by a security bag check. Queues are shortest at opening (10am) and increase from mid-morning on peak summer days. The approach from the car park is flat.

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