Best water parks in India to travel to this summer!

Splash! : 8 best water parks inIndia to travel to this summer!

The weather is fast reaching boiling point and  summer vacations for schools and colleges have begun! Kickstart the summer while you can still make your way out of the house and to the nearest available mode of transport and  head  to one (or all) of these best water parks in India, just so you can take a dip, sit back, relax and let out a sigh. Because life is too short and sweet to be sitting on the shore when you can be playing with water.

1. Water Kingdom, Mumbai

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Known as Asia’s largest water theme park, Water kingdom is the oldest known water park in India. The rides and the experience have only gone from good to great, all at a reasonable rate. Some old favorites remain, such as the artificial beach built inside the park. Not only this, there are combined passes available to Essel world, right next door. Water kingdom remains as one of the most widely visited parks in India, from school picnics to even weddings and new year eve nights. Entry fare : Adult -890 ; Child – 590 ; Senior citizen – 29 Tips : Use the locker systems available for optimum tension free fun. Must try rides : What a coaster Website : http://www.waterkingdom.in/ew/home

2. Adlabs Aquamagica, Mumbai – Pune

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Stated by many as the best water park in India in a long time, Adlabs Aquamagica is most known for their polite staff and affordable food. Even though its prices are on the higher end of the range, a lot of fun is promised to those who go in groups, but on weekdays. Weekends see a huge influx of crowd from both crowded cities of Mumbai and Pune which ends up in long waits in the queue for each ride. Each ride has its own feel to it and the park has an excellent ambiance overall. They have lots of seasonal discounts for students, couples and the like. Entry fare : Adult – 950 , Child and senior citizen – 750 Tips : Carry your own swim wear as it can be expensive if one chooses to buy it inside. Try to go at a time when you can avail discounts. Must try rides : Loopy  Woopy Website : http://www.adlabsimagica.com/aquamagica/

3. Wonder la, Bangalore

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An interesting and fun water park in India, Wonderla is a favorite among young kids as well as older people for the variety of rides they offer. The park has both a water park and theme park, but unlike most combined parks, there hasn’t been a cut in the number of rides of both types. Many find it difficult to finish all the rides in one day but come out having the best time. The park has extremely high thrill rides for daredevils and people who like to test their limits. Entry fare: Changes according to season. Must try rides : Wavy and vertical fall, Equinox , Insanity, Y-Scream and all other high thrill rides. Website: http://www.wonderla.com/bangalore-amusement-park/

4. Wonder la Cochin

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Formerly known as Veega land, Wonderla cochin is as well maintained and loved as its Bangalore counterpart is. Visited frequently by young crowds as well as older people who wish to relax, Wonderla in Cochin is a great place to unwind and hang out in the great tropical weather of Kerala with the shade and cool rustling of big coconut palm leaves. Entry fare: Changes according to season Must try rides : Water coasters, Snake slides Website: http://www.wonderla.com/kochi-amusement-park/

5. World of Wonder (WoW), Noida

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With an excellent website to guide you through the information about the water park, WOW is an extremely popular park situated in the centre of Noida frequently visited  among people of all ages. An easy place to go for recreation,   lot of events take place here  from time to time and it’s awesome if you can make it there for one of them. You can also visit the theme park and the go karting area for an extra dosage of fun. Entry fare : Monday to Friday; Adult- 750 INR , Child – 550 INR and Senior Citizens -450 INR Tips : Try availing super saver and family offers. This park is closed for Winter. Must try rides :  Free Fall,Turbo tunnel Website : http://worldsofwonder.in/

6. Oysters, Gurgaon (Appughar)

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Spread around an area of 10 acres, this much loved water park is situated in a prime location outside Huda metro station in Gurgaon. A perfect entertainment destination, OYSTERS is filled with a mix bag of adventure thrill rides, lazy rides and rides for the younger ones in the crowd, and it sure is an excellent people pleaser. Entry Fare : 599 per child (3 to 4 feet)799 per adult 599 per senior citizen Must try rides :  Oh My Gurgaon , Free fall Website : http://www.oystersappughar.com/

7. GRS Fantasy park, Mysore

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Winning the Trip Advisor 2014 travellers choice award, GRS is one water park in India that promises fun and delivers it. Hygienic surroundings, good staff and good crowd to complete your trip, GRS Mysore promises fun for all kinds of visitors by trying to create all kinds of entertainment for them like the Aqua Racer, the first of its kind in India that has lights and themes inside the tubes of the rides. Entry fare : Adults (above 4’6″ in height)-Rs. 575/- Children (3′ to 4’6″ in height)- Rs. 475/- Senior Citizens (above 65 years)Rs. 300/-Must try rides : Aqua Racer Website : http://grsfantasypark.com/pages/

8. Queensland , Chennai

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Half an hour from Chennai , you can find this beautiful amusement water park that was established in 2003. Its been a hit ever since with anyone who wants a break for the weekend from Chennai and its occasional unbearable heat waves. Rates :  Rs.350 for Adults 
Rs.250 for Kids 
No charge for children below 2 feet 
Rs.50 for Camera, DSLR not allowed (not strictly monitored)  Must try rides : Himalayan Water slide, Ventura river, American Wave pool Website : http://www.queenslandamusementpark.com/