Hydroslides
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From gentle twists to big-drop thrills, our hydroslides bring the splash, speed and excitement for every kind of rider. Slide solo, team up on tubes, or brave the trapdoor drop — there’s a ride for every age, confidence level and craving for adrenaline.
Whether you’re here to race, glide or simply soak up the fun, our slides are ready when you are. Jump in, hold tight and enjoy the ride.
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Take on the trapdoor slide, the tube slide, and three epic body slides - if you dare!
Book your 1-hour Parakiore hydroslide session today (Slide Park Pass price includes pool entry).
We want everyone to enjoy the hydroslides and be safe.
- All hydroslides contain flashing lights.
- Sliders must be aged 5 years or older.
- Children aged 5–7 years must be actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older.
- Swimwear with enclosed zippers, buckles or other metals are not allowed.
- No stopping in the hydroslides.
- Please exit the splash area as quickly and safely as possible.
- Health authorities warn that it’s unsafe to use a hydroslide if you are pregnant, have a back or neck problem, or have a heart condition.
- Management and staff can refuse entry.
Trapdoor slide
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High intensity, sudden sounds, and rapid motion – best for confident riders.
- Sliders must be at least 140cm tall and weigh 35–120kgs. For safety, sliders may be weighed.
- Lean back and slide with your arms crossed on your chest to prevent contact with the tube, and legs crossed at your ankles.
- Please follow staff instructions at all times.
- Sitting up or changing position at any time in the slide is not allowed.
Tube slide
- Lower sensory load – a good option for riders wanting a slightly gentler experience.
- Sliders must be at least 120cm tall.
- Maximum weight for one person is 120kg.
- Maximum weight for two people 180kg.
- A tube must be used.
- Only one person on a single tube and maximum of two people on a double tube.
- Only one tube on the slide at a time.
Body slides
- Can be loud and disorienting – great for adrenaline seekers.
- Sliders must be at least 120cm tall and weigh 120kgs or less.
- Only one person on the slide at a time.
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- Trapdoor slide - It’s you versus gravity! Step into the launch capsule and wait for the countdown - a trapdoor drops you into a lightning-fast loop for the ultimate thrill.
- Tube slide - Hold on tight! This twisting tube slide is packed with thrills through swirling curves and wide-open turns, whether you’re riding the tube solo or side-by-side with a friend.
- Body slides - Three fully-enclosed slides, three speeds! Warm up, level up or go full throttle straight to the splash zone. Race through drops, curves, and tunnels through total darkness and lighting effects.
Caution: All hydroslides contain lighting effects.
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Brace yourself for hours of fun with whānau and friends, Jellie Park has four epic hydroslides.
- A looping indoor hydroslide for year-round action for all thrill-seekers
- Two parallel outdoor summer hydroslides so you can race your friends to the bottom
- An outdoor summer slide that takes you on a wild ride through the trees
Head on down to Jellie Park and grab your Slide Pass for your ticket to fun. No bookings required.
- Pre-schoolers aged under five years are not allowed on the hydroslides.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be wearing a purple wristband and actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- Children aged 8 to 11 years (inclusive) must have a responsible caregiver 16 years or older on site unless they are in a supervised programme, such as swimming lessons. If they are swimming before or after their programme, their caregiver must be onsite.
- You must be at least 102cm tall to use the hydroslides.
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Grab a raft and get set for a wild ride down the Taiora QEII hydroslide.
Hold on tight through 130-metres of looping fun - brave it by yourself or with a friend aboard single and double rafts.
Head on down to Taiora QEII and grab your Slide Pass for your ticket to fun. No bookings required.
- Pre-schoolers aged under five years are not allowed on the hydroslides.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be wearing a purple wristband and actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- Children aged 8 to 11 years (inclusive) must have a responsible caregiver 16 years or older on site unless they are in a supervised programme, such as swimming lessons. If they are swimming before or after their programme, their caregiver must be onsite.
- You must be at least 107cm tall to use the hydroslide.
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Get ready to make a splash this summer at the Te Hāpua and Waltham outdoor summer hydroslides.
Whether you're looking to conquer your fear of heights or just want to have a blast with friends and whānau, our summer hydroslides are sure to provide an unforgettable experience - you'll feel like you're on a summer holiday even if you're just down the street.
Grab your togs, slather on some sunscreen, and head on down to our summer hydroslides for the ultimate summer fun! No bookings required.
- Children must be over five years old to use the hydroslide.
- Pre-schoolers aged under five years are not allowed on the hydroslides.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be wearing a purple wristband and actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- Children aged 8 to 11 years (inclusive) must have a responsible caregiver 16 years or older on site unless they are in a supervised programme, such as swimming lessons. If they are swimming before or after their programme, their caregiver must be onsite.
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Celebrate your child's special day with a hydroslide birthday party that all the kid's will rave about.
Kid's can bounce, twist, slip, slide and compete for fastest hydroslider - there's hours of thrilling fun to keep them entertained.
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Ready to make a splash for a good cause? Host a hydroslide fundraiser.
Hydroslides offer the perfect opportunity for schools, charities, and community organisations to host a fun and unique fundraising event. Not only will people get to experience the thrill of the slides, but they'll also be supporting a worthy cause at the same time.
Gather your friends, whānau and supporters, and get ready to make a big splash for your cause with hydroslide fundraisers.
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Keep our pools safe
We want everyone to be able to enjoy the pools and have a safe and enjoyable experience.
It’s important that caregivers take extra care when accompanying a child to the pool.
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Supervision of children in the pool
- Children under five years old must be within arm’s reach and under constant supervision by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older in the pool at all times, who is wearing an orange wristband.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be wearing a purple wristband and actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- Children aged 8 to 11 years (inclusive) must have a responsible caregiver 16 years or older on site unless they are in a supervised programme, such as swimming lessons. If they are swimming before or after their programme, their caregiver must be onsite.
Maximum adult to child ratiosHow many children can you bring to our pools?
- One adult to two children under 5 years old
- One adult to one child under 5 and two 5-7 year olds
- One adult to four 5-7 year olds
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