Wild Water Rapids at Subtropical Swimming Paradise

Excellent fun! Plenty of water flowing and looks fantastic at night.

Over the years I have visited quite a few waterparks, and Longleat Centerparcs Wild Water Rapids is definitely on the top of my list.The rapids River starts at the top of indoor complex and is joined by a large entrance pool. It's a little bit colder than the pool, so take a deep breath as you enter the rapids.First you have to negotiate and enjoy the waterfall that cascades upon you as you swim, (very fun and refreshing). Then you start to hit the rapid slides. Each slide getting bigger until you reach the longest one which is about 40 meters long.The elevation from top to bottom is about 30 meters and the rapids themselves must be 400 meters long.It's just so much fun. You can't stop yourself from just going round and round the rapids for ages. Trying out new approaches every time, and just enjoying beautiful surroundings in which the rapids are set. Even in busy times there is plenty of room. Lifeguards are plentiful and will keep the flow of people going.FEET FIRST is something you will hear hundreds of times from the Lifeguards. (Or was it just me )My honest opinion...... This rapid ride is a 10 out of 10 experience.To watch the full video of the Wild Water Rapids at Longleat Centerparcs follow us on YouTube@Weekendwildness

A great water slide however super busy.

Fantastic for kids, noticeably warmer than last year.

Gr es at experience but gets very busy in school holidays

The draining of the outdoor pool, due to an undisclosed issue meant that the rapids were anything but. Quite disappointing given that the rapids are one of the main attractions

We went to Center Parcs Longleat in late September 2020 so there were limited number of people which was perfect.I was told how amazing the swimming was before I went. And it was very good, but I felt people had built it up to be amazing and I have been to better.The heated water is great and allows you to go outside in the cold.I went with 2 other adults so we weren't involved in the area where the children were.There are 2 main rides which are decent, but they are not on the scale of the rides at Siam Park, they are basic and smaller versions. Which is what is ti be expected due to the size difference.Thee are 2 flumes and a couple of shoots which are good for kids.You book for 2 hours and you are allowed to go twice in a 5 day stay, which you have to book the swimming in advance.Both times we went for just over an hour each time as it becomes repetitive.But definitely worth trying if you are going to Center Parcs.

Used the subtropical swimming paradise, and love it. Didn't use the rapids myself (I am not a strong swimmer and had young children to stay with) but friends I was on holiday with did and absolutely loved them! From their reaction I would say the rapids are awesome. So if that is your thing, you will enjoy them!

Lovely and warm even on the coldest wettest day of the year!

My grandsons loved it. My daughters shared thier memories with thier sons. Grandad included.