Top water parks in Dubai and the UAE

1. Splash N Party

Get wet and splash around as you ride the aquatic waterslides and swim in the pools. This intimate gated compound has something for everyone with splash pads for the little ones and a restaurant and juice bar for you. Use Kidzapp special offer of Buy 1 and Get 1 FREE on kids' entry (weekdays 9AM to 8PM) along with complimentary entry for adults (one adult per one paying child). Price: AED 100/1 kid Location: Al Safa 2, Street 8A, Villa no.1, Jumeirah, Jumeirah / Umm Suqeim   

1. Laguna Waterpark, La Mer

This waterpark offers lots of exciting attractions for the whole family, catering to toddlers as well as parents. Geared mostly towards younger visitors though, it features a splash pad, a lazy river with unexpected elements, and an infinity pool with a breathtaking view of La Mer. For adrenaline junkies, there's the WaveOz 180 FlowRider, which is the region's first 180° wave. You can also experience the thrill of the 'soaker bucket,' which releases around 3000 liters of water to cool you off on hot summer days. For more excitement, try the Free Fall slide or take a ride on the circular raft with surprising twists and turns. If relaxation is what you seek, unwind in the comfortable cabanas overlooking the ocean and savor a meal at one of the park's many food and beverage outlets. Price: Starting at AED 99 Location: La Mer.   

1. Aquaduck

Keep your kids cool throughout the year at this splishing and splashing oasis. Your kids will dive into their amazing temperature-controlled water slides, water cannons, wheels, flume, tunnel, tilting bucket and much more.  You can also choose to sing your heart out at the Glow in the dark Karaoke Room or release your inner Picasso in the Arts & Crafts room. Price: 110 AED Location: Villa No. 6, Street 33, Al Mankhool Road, Karama   

1. Splash Park at Al Majaz Water Front, Sharjah

There is nothing more fun for kids than being able to enjoy splashing around in the waterfalls, exploring the water tunnels and watching exciting aquatic displays flow around the 800 square metre Mini Splash Park. Get your kids soaked at the Mini Splash Park, which is the first of its kind in the region and has been designed to be completely safe and suitable for all ages of children. Price: AED 35 Location: Al Majaz Water Front Sharjah   

1. Wild Wadi

Themed around the Arabian folklore tale of Juha, Wild Wadi offers 30 rides and attractions for the whole family. The Jumeirah Sceirah, the 120-metre long 32-metre high slide, promises thrills and screams, but for a more relaxed afternoon, float along the lazy river, or swim through the wave pool. You can even celebrate your little one's birthday there and select a package offering snacks and meals, decorations, invitation cards and more. Price: starting from AED 69(child resident) and under 2 is free! Location: Beach Road, next to Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel.   

1. Splash Island

A temperature controlled indoor aqua park for little splashers. Your boys and girls will love getting wet and playing around all year round. Whether you're staying for an hour or the whole day, you pay the same price. Enjoy Splash Island's fun attractions including eight slides, beams, waterfall, bucket forest and more at Price: Enjoy 50% off (AED 47.50/pp) when booking through Kidzapp Location: Blue Wave Club, Al Quoz 3, Dubai   

1. Aquaventure at Atlantis

With wet and wild rollercoasters, extremely rapid rivers and animals to encounter, your kids will love this thrill-seeking day of fun. Kick back and relax at the private beach or let your little ones splash around in the children's play area. Why not sign up for one of their membership options? Price: starting at AED 235 and kids under 3 are Free! Location: Atlantis Hotel, the Palm, Dubai   

1. Legoland Waterpark

Shoot down over 20 water slides with your kids, make a bigger splash in the Lego Wave Pool, or try out skills at the Build-a-Raft-River where the whole family can get together to build a raft to set sail on. With cabanas to rent and on-site restaurants, this is set to be a full day of family entertainment or the perfect birthday bash. Price: Starting at AED 220 for online tickets and kids under 3 are free! Location: Dubai Parks and Resorts, jebel Ali   

1. Yas Water Park

There’s something for everyone at this family-orientated waterpark. Fun areas include the tot’s playground Marah Fortress which has swings and slides with squirters for the littlest, while rides and larger slides will get your older adrenaline junkies flying round the park. It’s fun for all the family. Price: Starting at AED 210 and kids under 3 are free! Location: Yas Island Abu Dhabi   

1. Splash Pad JBR

Kids can get wet and wild at Splash Pad with a giant tipper bucket, water squirters, climbing frames and dipping pools to frolic in, all overseen by fully trained staff. So, you can sit back and enjoy the sun while your little ones play. Just don't forget to pack a few extra towels! Entry for adults is free of cost with their children aged 1-12yrs with a limit of 1 adult per 2 children (additional adults will be charged). Tickets need to be purchased for toddlers if they are without a sibling. Price: Starting at AED 65 per hour of AED 95 per day Location: The Beach JBR