Ideally located within 10km from the centre of the city sprawling Black Mountain Water Park just may be the most popular family oriented point of interest in Hua Hin. Occupying a staggering 55,000 square-meters this breathtaking aqua based park is akin to Disney World in sheer scale and size. Littered with engaging liquid attractions for the entire family this multi hued complex full of whimsy is one of the best reasons to head down to Thailand’s touristic heartland Hua Hin. Providing visitors a welcome break from the sky high temperatures of this tropical paradise the Black Mountain Water Park offers guests a relaxing and invigorating theme park experience in a location that is surrounded by mountains on all sides and centered around a massive man-made lake.
Renowned as one of Asia’s largest and technologically advanced water parks Black Mountain consists of a larger than life wakeboard arena and an aquatic area that caters to more than 1000 visitors simultaneously. Some of the park’s most popular rides are of course centered around its 17m high tower which connects to nine water slides that takes visitors on a slippery routed splash in to a collection of pools. Visitors can select the height and depth of the ride from a child friendly one story drop to a mind blowing three storey cork screw style decent that is nothing less than gravity defining. The venue’s monumental wave pool is also a hit among seasoned visitors as is its 60m infinity pool surrounded by sun loungers. The Bouncy Castle is another must-try ride at the park which also houses an expansive food court stacked to the brim with Thai and Western style treats. The Lazy River is a firm favorite with adults who wish to sit on the submerged seats of a meandering “river” that winds all along the park’s fringes while soaking up the atmosphere.
The beach pool resembles a sun-kissed natural beachfront whereas the Fountain Pool and the Spa Pool offer welcome breaks from the high energy rides occupying the rest of the park. Guests can sip on cocktails from the swim-up pool bar or simply unwind in the park’s many lush spaces and rolling lawns dotted with towering trees and tropical foliage.
The Wake Board Arena next door provides an expansive lagoon for rides to try their hand at wire-motored wake boarding with various obstacles strategically positioned for jumps and other stunts.
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