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Wild Waters Mombasa in Nyali, Mombasa: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide

Water parks and pools in Nyali, Mombasa

Last updated: 22 October 2026. Whether Monday holiday openings apply on your date
Wild Waters Mombasa

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Wild Waters in Nyali is Kenya's largest waterpark with 15 slides, a lazy river and toddler splash zones. Day passes are KES 1,800 for resident sliders and KES 400 for non-sliders (under 2 free), open Tuesday to Sunday 10am-6pm. Plan a full day.

📍 Location
Links Road, Nyali, Mombasa, Nyali, Mombasa

What is Wild Waters Mombasa?

Wild Waters on Links Road, Nyali is Kenya's biggest waterpark: 15 slides (from the dark Midnight Cascade to family multilane racers), a lazy river, kids' pool and Tiny Tots Island for the smallest swimmers.

Day passes: resident sliders KES 1,800, non-resident sliders KES 2,000 (everyone over 2), non-sliders/spectators KES 400 ? under-2s free. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am-6pm; Mondays only during school holidays and public holidays. Lockers KES 200 (+500 refundable deposit). Book online or call/WhatsApp 0726 337 000.

Wild Waters has been the coast's family waterpark benchmark for years ? 15 slides plus Kenya's only lazy river of its size, with school packages and event hosting for up to 4,000 guests making it Mombasa's default birthday and team-building venue.

Family cost snapshot: KES 7,200 for 2 resident adults + 2 resident childrenResident adults KES 1,800 each. Resident children (Everyone over 2 pays the slider rate) KES 1,800 each. Under 2 free: free. Non-resident families pay KES 8,000 for the same group (2,000 × 2 adults + 2,000 × 2 children). Food, activities and rentals are extra. Prices checked 22 Oct 2026.

Wild Waters Mombasa ticket prices 2026

Visitor typeAdultChild (Everyone over 2 pays the slider rate)Under 2 free
Kenya / East African residentKES 1,800KES 1,800Free
Non-residentKES 2,000KES 2,000Free

Resident slider KES 1,800; non-resident slider KES 2,000; non-slider/spectator KES 400; under 2 free. Membership: KES 2,000/month (Sundays) or 2,500 (Sat+Sun). School package KES 1,200/child (1,500 with meal). No late-arrival discounts.

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ChildrenAges Everyone over 2 pays the slider rate
ToddlersUnder 2 free — free entry
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Estimates only, based on the rates above (checked 22 Oct 2026). Extras vary.

💡 Money-saving tips for families

  • Spectators pay just KES 400 Grandparents can watch cheaply
  • Monthly membership KES 2,000/month for Sunday access beats repeat day passes
  • School package KES 1,200 per child ? teachers should call ahead

Is it right for your child's age?

Age groupVerdictWhat to expect
0-2 years Good Free under 2; Tiny Tots with a parent
3-5 years Great Kids' pool and tiny slides
6-9 years Great Family slides and lazy river
10-12 years Great The big slides open up
13+ years Great Midnight Cascade and Harakiri

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10:00
Arrive at openingLocker and change
10:15
Family slidesWarm up together
11:30
Big slidesOlder kids and parents
12:30
Food court lunchSwahili, Indian or continental
13:30
Lazy river and Tiny TotsSlow afternoon
16:30
Change and head out

Key details

Address
Links Road, Nyali, Mombasa, Mombasa
Opening hours
Tue-Sun 10am to 6pm (Mondays only in school holidays/public holidays) Closed now
How long to plan
Full day (4-6 hours)
Suitable ages
All ages (over 2 pays full rate)
Setting
Outdoor
Booking
Walk-in or online booking
Payment accepted
  • M-Pesa
  • Card
Phone
0726 337 000

What to expect when you visit

Buy a day pass online or at the gate ? KES 1,800 resident slider, KES 400 spectator; everyone over 2 pays.

Rent a locker (KES 200 + KES 500 refundable deposit), change, and hit the slides ? trained attendants staff every ride.

Little ones get Tiny Tots Island and the kids' pool; the food court and Papillon Bar handle lunch.

What if...?

The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.

Do toddlers pay?

Under-2s are free; everyone over 2 pays the slider rate.

Can parents just watch?

Yes ? the KES 400 non-slider ticket covers spectators.

Is it open Mondays?

Only during school holidays and public holidays ? otherwise Tuesday to Sunday.

Family essentials

Toddler suitability
Great for toddlers
Minimum age
No minimum age
Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Baby changing
  • Cafe or food on site
  • First aid
  • Gift shop
Access and parking
  • Free parking
  • Public transport nearby
Safety notes

Everyone over 2 pays; lifeguards/attendants throughout; supervise toddlers even in shallow zones; closed most Mondays.

Tickets and costs

Free entry rules
Under 2s free
Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)

Lockers KES 200 (+500 deposit); towels at boutique; food court

Plan your visit

Best time to visit
Arrive at 10am opening on weekdays
Busiest times
Weekends, public holidays and school-holiday Mondays
How to get there

Links Road, Nyali ? matatu from Town, Lights or City Mall stages

By car
~6 km, 15 min from Mombasa town via Nyali Bridge
Uber / Bolt estimate
KES 250-500 one way from Nyali
Public transport

Nyali-bound matatu from Town/Lights/City Mall; ask for Wild Waters

Combine with

Mamba Village (next door); Nyali Beach; Fort Jesus

What to bring

Swimwear, towels, sunscreen, change of clothes, waterproof phone pouch

Accessibility deep dive

Here is what to expect on the ground.

?? 15 slides

Toddler to extreme

?? Tiny Tots Island

Shallow zone for small kids

?? Attendants on every slide

Trained staff throughout

Combine your visit

Plan the perfect day

1
Wild Waters Full water day Nyali
2
Mamba Village Next-door crocodiles 2 min drive
3
Nyali Beach Sunset stroll 5 min drive

Resident family of 4 estimate: ~KES 7,600 (3 sliders + 1 spectator) + food

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to visit Wild Waters Mombasa?
Kenya and East African resident adults pay KES 1,800 and resident children (ages Everyone over 2 pays the slider rate) pay KES 1,800. Non-resident adults pay KES 2,000 and non-resident children pay KES 2,000. Children under 2 free enter free. Resident slider KES 1,800; non-resident slider KES 2,000; non-slider/spectator KES 400; under 2 free. Membership: KES 2,000/month (Sundays) or 2,500 (Sat+Sun). School package KES 1,200/child (1,500 with meal). No late-arrival discounts. Prices checked 22 Oct 2026.
What are the Wild Waters Mombasa opening hours?
Tue-Sun 10am to 6pm (Mondays only in school holidays/public holidays). Busiest: Weekends, public holidays and school-holiday Mondays.
Is Wild Waters Mombasa suitable for toddlers and young children?
Yes. Wild Waters Mombasa is great for toddlers. Minimum age: No minimum age. Baby changing facilities are available. Everyone over 2 pays; lifeguards/attendants throughout; supervise toddlers even in shallow zones; closed most Mondays.
How long do you need at Wild Waters Mombasa?
Plan for Full day (4-6 hours).
What payment methods does Wild Waters Mombasa accept?
Wild Waters Mombasa accepts M-Pesa, Card. It does not accept cash.
Is Wild Waters Mombasa accessible, and is there parking?
Access and parking: Free parking, Public transport nearby.
What is the best time to visit Wild Waters Mombasa?
Arrive at 10am opening on weekdays. It is busiest Weekends, public holidays and school-holiday Mondays.
How do you get to Wild Waters Mombasa?
~6 km, 15 min from Mombasa town via Nyali Bridge. Ride-hailing: KES 250-500 one way from Nyali. Public transport: Nyali-bound matatu from Town/Lights/City Mall; ask for Wild Waters Links Road, Nyali ? matatu from Town, Lights or City Mall stages

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