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Swimming Pools

Waterworld

📍 Forest Lake, Waikato

★4.1(1,549 Google reviews)💰$4.60-$8.80đŸ‘ļAll ages

Waterworld Te Rapa offers six pools including heated indoor, toddler, and outdoor pools, plus hydroslides, gym facilities, and learn-to-swim programs for all ages.

✓ Great for all ages✓ Good value✓ Helpful staff✓ Payment inconvenience✓ Modern facilities
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★★★★★Featured review by Amandito de leon

It was a good choice to celebrate my daughter's birthday in this place, full of amenities. From the hydroslide, different sizes of pools and playgrounds. We came on Tuesday, so the tables are free to use. We came unbooked; we were thinking it was weekdays. In the reception area, we were advised to book early as we were expecting more than 30 persons. But Izzy, a lovely receptionist, helped us to make it happen by asking for permission. I was nervous at first, as we already invited the people and bringing all the food in this place. At first, I was apprehensive because we had already invited others and were bringing all the food to this location. I'm grateful to you, Izzy, for your kindness and consideration. Your greetings, smile, and genuine heart made my daughter's birthday a success. You bring blessings to both us and others; you made them enjoy the day. God bless you Izzy! Only the things that we didn't like were not allowing us just to write their name, and we can pay it all together. The manager said that it would be hard for them, but it made it difficult for us to keep coming out and pay. Thank you so much Waterworld and thank you Izzy! God bless everyone.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

This is an excellent choice for families with children of mixed ages, offering everything from gentle splash areas to thrilling slides. The modern facilities and helpful staff make it particularly good for birthday parties and group visits, though you'll want to book ahead for large groups.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Book ahead for birthday parties or groups over 30 people to ensure availability
⏰Weekdays offer better table availability and potentially less crowding
đŸŽŸī¸Arrive early during busy periods as parking can be limited and queues form at entry
🚗Bring shade/gazebo if staying long as tree shade spots may be limited

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.1
★★★★★

1,549 Google reviews

Good for all ages80%
Variety of water activities80%
Helpful friendly staff60%
Good value for money40%
Parking issues20%
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Amandito de leon

4 months ago

★★★★★

“It was a good choice to celebrate my daughter's birthday in this place, full of amenities. From the hydroslide, different sizes of pools and playgrounds. We came on Tuesday, so the tables are free to use. We came unbooked; we were thinking it was weekdays. In the reception area, we were advised to book early as we were expecting more than 30 persons. But Izzy, a lovely receptionist, helped us to make it happen by asking for permission. I was nervous at first, as we already invited the people and bringing all the food in this place. At first, I was apprehensive because we had already invited others and were bringing all the food to this location. I'm grateful to you, Izzy, for your kindness and consideration. Your greetings, smile, and genuine heart made my daughter's birthday a success. You bring blessings to both us and others; you made them enjoy the day. God bless you Izzy! Only the things that we didn't like were not allowing us just to write their name, and we can pay it all together. The manager said that it would be hard for them, but it made it difficult for us to keep coming out and pay. Thank you so much Waterworld and thank you Izzy! God bless everyone.”

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Mary Grace Mabahin

a month ago

★★★★★

“Loved this place! Cheap, fun, and very convenient. The shower rooms were clean and made it easy to freshen up after swimming. Would definitely come back 😊”

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Tania Samuels

2 months ago

★★★★★

“Great place for all ages, modern facilities, splash pad is covered. Slides are a lot of fun, including the fast, high straight down slide. Trees around the perimeter help with shade and nice picnic spots. Bring a gazebo or cover incase you're staying a while and can't get to the trees. Nice family day out.”

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Janine cooper

a month ago

★★★★★

“Enjoyed the afternoon with the children. its nice to be able to have fun and swim with children across all ages would recommend as it has bbq area aswel as adventure park and a outdoor slide and a hydroslide which comes at cost”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Waterworld Te Rapa features six pools including heated indoor pools, toddler pool, outdoor lido pool, and hydrotherapy pool, plus hydroslides and speed slides. The aquatic centre also offers a fully equipped gym, group fitness classes, learn-to-swim programs, and hosts swimming competitions. Additional facilities include BBQ areas, function rooms, and birthday party packages.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 20:00
Tuesday07:00 – 20:00
Wednesday07:00 – 20:00
Thursday07:00 – 20:00
Friday07:00 – 20:00
Saturday07:00 – 20:00
Sunday07:00 – 20:00

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