Miral announces 55% completion of Yas Waterworld Yas Island
Key construction milestones include over 67% of concrete being poured and 25% of the steel columns installed
Miral has announced that construction of the 16,900sqm expansion of Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is now over 55% complete, and is set to open in 2025.
The expansion of the water park is projected to increase guest capacity by 20% with the introduction of 18 new rides and attractions and 3.3km of slide sections, taking the park’s total to more than 70 rides and experiences. Among the upcoming attractions will be the UAE’s highest slide and the first water-based amusement ride into a waterslide complex, featuring a 15m drop designed to delight up to 20 guests and water park enthusiasts at a time, the firm said.
Key construction milestones include over 67% of concrete being poured (10,662 cubic meters) and 25% of the steel columns installed.
Jonathan Brown, Miral’s Chief Portfolio Officer said, “This expansion, building on Yas Waterworld’s popularity with both local and international visitors over the past decade, reaffirms our commitment to constantly elevating Yas Island’s position as a top global destination for entertainment and leisure. We are thrilled to be providing our guests from around the world an enriched and exciting new experience.”
Since its opening in 2013, the park has offered guests an experience within the ‘The Legend of the Lost Pearl’ story, which reflects the UAE’s heritage, the firm said.
The expansion is set to unveil a new adventure called the ‘The Legend of the Lost Village’ where guests can embark on a journey to discover hidden treasures and secret passages, with fun attractions. Mini thrill seekers will get an opportunity to enjoy scaled-down versions of Yas Waterworld’s rides ‘Dawwama Junior’ and ‘Sebag’. The expansion will also include slides and water rides, eight additional pools, and new food and beverage outlets, all designed towards enhancing the overall visitor experience.
