Siam Park - The Water Kingdom

04 June 2010
Posted in Things to do in Tenerife

Siam Park - the Water Kingdom opened their doors to the public in September 2008 as the most spectacular water park of its kind in Europe. At a cost of 52 million Euros, and at the top of the list of things to do in Tenerife, it was opened by Her Royal Highness the Princess of Thailand Maha Chakri Sirindhom. Siam Park adds a whole new dimension to Tenerife attractions and leisure activities in the Canary Islands.

Siam Park is located just off the main motorway and is only a couple of minutes drive from Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas.

Newest Attraction in Tenerife

Construction of Tenerife’s newest attraction began way back in 2004 and was originally due to open to the public in May 2007 but ran into construction problems along the way which delayed opening by nearly two and a half years. In the original design of Siam Park a high speed rollercoaster was due to be included in the plans but this was shelved as the theme park concentrated on finishing phase one of the project so the park could open.

Siam Theme

The theme park is constructed around a Thai Village theme which can be seen in the designs of all the rides and buildings. There are 25 themed buildings which have been built in the park and together with Loro Parque, compete for the world record for the largest Thai village built outside of Thailand. The water park’s designers received special permission from the Thai Royal family in naming the park, and fully respected their wishes by not copying temples, statues of Budda and royal palaces in its theme.

Creator

Siam Park was created by Christoph Kiesling, the son of Wolfgang Kiesling - the creator of Tenerife’s other world famous attraction, Loro Parque in Puerto del la Cruz in the North of Tenerife. Armed with years of family experience and capital from his father, the young Christoph Kiesling created the biggest and best water park in the Europe.

Opening Hours and Directions

The park is open daily from 10 am until 6pm throughout the summer months and is open until 5pm in the winter months. Siam Park is easily accessible from all areas of the island. Even for those people staying in the tourist resorts in the north, the travelling time is still only about one hour. The water park is situated just off the main motorway (TF-1) which runs from Santa Cruz to Playa de las Americas, and the park is well signposted. Buses are available from pick up points around the island and can be reserved on purchasing your entrance ticket. If you are staying in the main resorts in the south of Tenerife then a free bus service is available to and from the park, and runs throughout the day.

Twin Ticket - Siam Park and Loro Parque

When purchasing your ticket to the Siam Water Park why not take up the special Twin Ticket option, which will give you the chance to visit not only Siam Park in Playa de Las Americas, but also the world renowned Loro Parque in Puerto De la Cruz. This twin ticket option does give a considerable discount when purchased together and can be purchased at any ticket outlet or online.

Shops, Bars and General Info

Around Siam Park you will find many places to eat and drink. Unlike most water parks, Siam Park’s pricing for drinks and snacks are very fair and not overpriced. Taking your own food into the park is totally forbidden and you may be refused admission if caught. Lockers are available for a small cost, as well as towels if you forget to take your own. The park has many bars and restaurants which also serve Thai food as well as all the favourites. There is even a floating Thai market which is full of souvenir shops selling gifts and keepsakes of your visit to Siam Park.

Siam Park- The Rides

The Tower Of Power

The Tower of Power water slide is a must for the real adrenalin junkies and is the tallest kamikaze ride in Europe. Scale the Tower of Power, before dropping a near vertical 28 metres right through the centre of the aquarium. This ride is certainly not for the faint heartedand a height restriction of 1.42 metres is applicable.

The Dragon

The Dragon is a water thrill ride like no other. As you and your friends hurtle down a steep incline, picking up speed before you enter a huge cone, and experience a multitude of g-forces as you are thrown to and fro - finally being washed away to the end of the ride. This ride is also available in Australia’s Wet n Wild where the locals have dubbed it “The Toilet” as you feel you are being “flushed away down a giant dunny”. A height restriction of 1.25 metres is applicable on “The Dragon”.

The Jungle Snakes

The Jungle Snakes water slide offers you and your friends the chance to pick one of four twisting snake runs. Two of the slides are for one person only and the other two are a twin person ride. Feel the thrill of speed as you descend down the snakes at lighting speed before coming to an abrupt stop in the disembarking pool.

A height restriction of 1.25 metres is applicable on “The Jungle Snakes”.

The Giant

The Giant is a one or two person ride and can be enjoyed by all the family. Shoot down the water tubes while being overlooked by the temple guardian, and experience the forces of gravity as you enter one of the cyclones where you will be spun around before you finish the ride.

Siam Beach

If it is peace and tranquillity you are after, then you need look no further than Siam Beach. Relax under the palm trees and soak up Tenerife’s endless sunshine as you look out over the Atlantic Ocean and see the island of Gomera. There are two beach bars in Siam Beach (The Beach Bar and The Beach Club). The Beach Club offer a buffet style self service and includes many international dishes, which can be eaten on the large sundeck outside. The Beach Club on the other hand offers ice cold drinks and ice creams on a beautiful sun terrace or served on the beach. Sun beds and parasols are freely available to all.

The Lazy River

The Lazy River water ride is by far the most relaxing way to see the park. The longest ride of its kind in the world - it transports you through the heartof the water park on its long and winding journey past lush vegetation, a spectacular aquarium, and past cascading waterfalls. After sampling all the major adrenalin rides this is the perfect way to unwind. A height restriction of 1.10 metres is applicable on “The Lazy River” ride.

The Lost City and Baby Kingdom

The Lost City and Baby Kingdom were designed primarily for the younger children. The Baby Kingdom is a special area just for the toddlers. Parents can accompany their babies as they play in a special area with small slides and a swimming pool designed specifically for them.

The Lost City will drive your children’s imagination wild. Packed full of adventure where getting wet is a must. This aqua playground is full of mystery and suspense; it was designed with total safety in mind combining bridges and nets, fountains, waterslides and waterfalls. Keep an eye out for the monkey king on top of the tower. When the bell starts to toll the water pours down through The Lost City.

Mekong Rapids

The Mekong Rapids is a full-bodied adrenalin ride for all the family. No water park is complete without a rapids, and Siam Park the Water Kingdom is certainly no different. You and your family are thrust down the rushing waters in a family sized raft in this laugh out loud adventure. Twist and turn all the way down before arriving in the splash pool at the bottom.

Naga Racer

The Naga Racer is a six lane water slide where you and your family can challenge one another in a downhill race. Grab a mat and wait for the whistle before leaping headfirst down your track at incredible speeds in the rushing water. This is a superb family fun ride but who will win? A height restriction of 1.10 metres is applicable on “The Naga Racer”.

The Wave Palace

The Wave Palace is one of Siam Park’s proudest additions and can produce the biggest artificial waves in the world. Rising up to a total of three metres, surf lovers young and old will enjoy the sheer power of these waves. If the wave machine is a little too much for you, then you can swim or paddle in the main pool which has a constant temperature of 24 degrees Celsius.

The Volcano

The Volcano is a high adrenalin water ride where four willing participants face each other in a water raft before dropping down into a huge crater. As the lights fade to total darkness your raft speeds up as you arrive in the mighty volcano. Around you go before finally ending in the landing pool.

A height restriction of 1.25 metres is applicable on “The Volcano”.

Private Cabins

For a truly memorable day, why don’t you and your family or friends hire a Siam Park private cabin, or Cabana as they are known? They are available for up to four people and allow the occupants many privileges. Within the purchase price you will receive free parking and a full days Siam Park entrance ticket. A fast track pass is also included which allows the holder to try any of the theme park’s attractions without the hassles of queuing. The Cabana itself comes with four comfortable sun beds and a shower, which are all positioned on your private sun terrace. Towels, a cooling fan, sofa and TV are situated inside the cabins, as well as free mini bar with refreshments, beer and snacks. There is also a limited free service in all of the parks bars and restaurants. Booking a Cabana must be done in advance and can be obtained at any ticket outlet or to get a special discount, why not book online?

Siam Park Technical Information

With the park being built on a steep hill, there are no obtrusive support structures in sight that you find in most other water parks throughout world. This gives Siam Park a totally natural feel to it, especially as the designers have filled the park with an abundance of sub-tropical gardens and shrubs. The Thai theme and attention to detail with the gardens truly makes it feel as though you were really in Thailand. To conserve Tenerife’s water, the park has also installed its own desalination plant which de-salinates just over 700 cubic meters of sea water every day. Once the day is over, the water is fully recycled and used to feed the parks lush green vegetation.

Parking

Parking is available directly outside the theme park, but is on a first come first serve basis. There is a small charge for parking your car and if you arrive around the opening time of 10 am then you should have no problems with parking.