Saudi’s Ultimate Thrill Destination: Aquarabia Waterpark + Six Flags Qiddiya!

If you thought deserts were just about endless dunes, think again. By the end of December 2025, Saudi Arabia will flip the script with two mega attractions that break records and expectations: Aquarabia Waterpark and Six Flags Qiddiya City. Together, they promise a blend of epic thrills, cultural storytelling, and sustainability, making Riyadh the next stop on every global traveler’s bucket list.

Here’s why you’ll want to pack your swimsuit and stay for more.

1. Aquarabia: The Desert’s Biggest Splash

This waterpark that doesn’t just rival the best in the world but sets entirely new records, all in the heart of Saudi Arabia’s desert.

World-first rides:

• Jamal Joom: a 232-meter mega mat blaster where you’ll race your friends at breakneck speed.
• Junoon Drop: a 12-story vertical plunge that twists into freefall (not for the faint-hearted!).
• Speedy Jamezales: the tallest AquaLoop slide on Earth, where the floor literally disappears beneath your feet.
• Hyper Viper & Jump Jolt: daring raft rides and cliff-style drops that will leave your stomach somewhere behind.

Surf the Saudi desert: Thanks to Endless Surf technology, you’ll be able to ride ocean-style waves in Saudi Arabia’s first-ever surf pool. Whether you’re a pro or just finding your balance, it’s a surreal experience under desert skies.

Family fun, too: FusionFortress 18 is a colossal interactive play structure with 181 water features, slides, sprays, and splash cannons. Perfect for kids – and grown-ups who refuse to grow up.

A park with a story: Each zone is themed around Saudi’s landscapes and wildlife, from Camel Rock to Viper Canyon; so while you’re chasing thrills, you’re also stepping into a world inspired by Saudi’s natural heritage.

Sustainability meets fun: Aquarabia will recycle 80% of its waste and use reclaimed water for irrigation and cooling, ensuring your fun leaves a lighter footprint.

2. Six Flags Qiddiya City: Where Records Fall as Fast as Riders

Next door, the legendary Six Flags is opening its first park designed and built from the ground up outside North America, and it’s not holding back. Covering 320,000m² (the size of 45 football pitches), Six Flags Qiddiya City will feature 28 rides and attractions, including 10 thrill rides, 18 family experiences, and five world-record-breaking coasters.

Falcon’s Flight: The Crown Jewel

• Tallest in the world: soaring 195 meters.
• Fastest in the world: hitting 250 km/h (faster than a Formula 1 car).
• Longest in the world: 4.3 km of pure adrenaline.

The ride will even run parallel to Qiddiya’s Speed Park Track, letting coaster fans race alongside professional drivers. To cut plastic waste, Falcon’s Flight will feature innovative windshields that remove the need for disposable goggles, while its wheels are cooled with energy-efficient technology.

More thrills to conquer

• Sirocco Tower: the world’s tallest free-fall ride.
• Spitfire: a triple-launch coaster that slings you into loops.
• Iron Rattler: a hybrid wood-and-steel coaster with a tilt feature.
• Gyrospin: the world’s tallest pendulum ride.

Six Worlds to Explore

Six Flags Qiddiya is an immersive world of adventure. Step into:

• The Citadel: a central plaza with shows, dining, and retail.
• Discovery Springs: a coral-inspired water wonderland.
• Steam Town: a steampunk realm of gears and thrills (with barbecue worth stopping for).
• Twilight Gardens: a firefly-lit playground for kids and families.
• Valley of Fortune: a treasure-hunt landscape of puzzles and adventure.
• Grand Exposition & City of Thrills: where world’s fair nostalgia meets record-breaking rides.

The Bigger Picture: Welcome to Qiddiya City

Aquarabia and Six Flags are just the start. They’re part of Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia’s massive entertainment hub under Vision 2030. Once fully open, the area is expected to welcome millions of visitors and contribute SAR 135 billion a year to the economy.

Check out the Theme Parks section on our website for more fun destinations!