{"id":14,"date":"2026-01-27T04:30:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T04:30:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/todowithkids.com\/au\/guides\/?p=14"},"modified":"2026-01-27T06:43:46","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T06:43:46","slug":"best-waterslides-in-victoria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/todowithkids.com\/au\/guides\/best-waterslides-in-victoria\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Waterslides in Victoria"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Victoria is home to some of the highest-rated water parks in Australia, with options ranging from world-record-breaking thrill rides to massive indoor complexes that operate year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Top Pick for Thrills: Adventure Park (Geelong)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Located just outside Geelong, this is Victoria\u2019s largest water theme park and currently holds the crown for the most intense slides in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Big New Addition (2025):<\/strong> <strong>Thunder Falls<\/strong> &#8211; Opened in November 2025, these are Victoria\u2019s first free-fall drop slides. You stand in a translucent launch chamber before the floor drops out, plunging you 25 meters down.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Heavy Hitters:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Tsunami:<\/strong> A massive triple-funnel slide (the only one of its kind in the state).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Tornado:<\/strong> A 7.5-story drop into a giant funnel where you experience moments of zero gravity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best For:<\/strong> Adrenaline junkies and families who want a full day out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Best All-Rounders: Gumbuya World &amp; Funfields<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want more than just slides (like rollercoasters and wildlife), these two parks are the best choices near Melbourne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gumbuya World (Tynong)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Key Slides:<\/strong> The <strong>Boomerango<\/strong> (a near-vertical wall climb) and the <strong>Taipan<\/strong> (a high-speed slide in total darkness).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlight:<\/strong> It features a massive 300-meter Lazy River and the &#8220;Surf\u2019s Up&#8221; wave simulator.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Funfields (Whittlesea)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Key Slides:<\/strong> The <strong>Typhoon<\/strong> (a world-record-breaking &#8220;cannonball&#8221; slide) and the <strong>Kraken Racer<\/strong>, where you can race up to five other people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlight:<\/strong> The <strong>Blackout<\/strong> slide provides a disorienting, pitch-black experience that is a fan favorite.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Best Indoor &amp; Year-Round Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For those rainy Melbourne days or winter trips, these indoor aquatic centers offer massive slides that are often heated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Top Slides<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Why Go?<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>WaterMarc<\/strong> (Greensborough)<\/td><td>Tantrum Alley &amp; The Pipeline<\/td><td>Often cited as the biggest indoor slides in the Southern Hemisphere.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Splash Aqua Park<\/strong> (Craigieburn)<\/td><td>Two massive loop slides<\/td><td>High-tech facility with great kids&#8217; &#8220;Aqua Play&#8221; zones.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Leisurelink<\/strong> (Geelong)<\/td><td>Space Bowl &amp; Black Hole<\/td><td>Features a &#8220;Space Bowl&#8221; that spins you around before dropping you into a pool.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Regional Gems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are traveling through Northern Victoria, these council-run parks offer great value:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aquamoves (Shepparton):<\/strong> Features a &#8220;Rapid River,&#8221; a large indoor slide, and an interactive outdoor splash park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wodonga WAVES:<\/strong> A great stop-off with large outdoor slides and a splash pad for younger children.<sup>11<\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mildura Waves:<\/strong> Known for its wave pool and seasonal inflatables, though the slides are smaller than the Melbourne theme parks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Important Tips for 2025\/2026 Season<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Height Restrictions:<\/strong> Most &#8220;Thrill&#8221; slides (Tornado, Tsunami, Thunder Falls) require riders to be at least <strong>122cm<\/strong> tall so get your measuring tape out before you head off!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Construction Update:<\/strong> The <strong>Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre (MAC)<\/strong> is currently undergoing a massive $16 million redevelopment. New slides and a splash park are expected to be fully operational by early 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Booking:<\/strong> For Adventure Park and Gumbuya World, booking online is highly recommended during the peak summer months (December\u2013February) as they frequently hit capacity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s more info on these activities&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n        <div class=\"activities-grid\">\r\n                            <div class=\"activity-card\" onclick=\"window.location.href='https:\/\/todowithkids.com\/au\/activity\/vic\/splash-aqua-park-and-leisure-centre'\" style=\"cursor: pointer;\">\r\n                    <!-- Clickable Image -->\r\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/todowithkids.com\/au\/activity\/vic\/splash-aqua-park-and-leisure-centre\" class=\"activity-image-link\" onclick=\"event.stopPropagation();\" target=\"_blank\">\r\n                        <div class=\"activity-image\">\r\n                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/todowithkids.com\/uploads\/categories\/135\/1_medium.jpg\" \r\n                                     alt=\"Splash Aqua Park and Leisure Centre\" \r\n                                     class=\"activity-img\"\r\n                                     loading=\"lazy\">\r\n                                                    <\/div>\r\n                    <\/a>\r\n                    \r\n                    <div class=\"activity-body\">\r\n                        <!-- Clickable Heading -->\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/todowithkids.com\/au\/activity\/vic\/splash-aqua-park-and-leisure-centre\" class=\"activity-title-link\" onclick=\"event.stopPropagation();\" target=\"_blank\">\r\n                            <h3>Splash Aqua Park and Leisure Centre<\/h3>\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                        \r\n                        <p class=\"category\">Water Parks &amp; 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