Top 25 Water Rides in the World (2023)

[@ThemeParkLuke]

Valhalla is definitely worthy of a spot on this list from what I remember of it... And now it's been "improved" it could be even better...

[@mulledwinefloozy]

Do you still get shrink-wrapped in it if you use their disposable ponchos 🤣

[@jkayrichardson3366]

I imagine the fact its been shut for 3 years and that no one knows whether the renovations will improve or ruin the ride, but i agree, id definitly put it on this list, maybe even in the top 10

[@northerngroblin8766]

I was going to say what about Valhalla

[@user-ri7kx5gj1t]

It’s gone shit they’ve removed half the drops and the feature where you go outside mid ride

[@ThemeParkAvenue]

I’m super glad to see Islands of Adventure dominate, it’s water ride collection is pretty much unmatched.

[@TheCoasterSnake]

Agreed

[@longtreecityltc9325]

Piranha at Efteling is still one of my favorites because the boats can overtake each other during the ride. Also Fata Morgana also in the Efteling is great. The inside logflume at Bobbejaanland with the Azteken theme is great (unfortunately they will demolished it 😢). Chipas at Phantasialand is indeed great!

[@jefroid661]

Aren't they just giving it another theme?

[@DaanBruins]

Fata Morgana doesn't count

[@bamiiiiiiiii5162]

​@@jefroid661 yeah they are

[@katashworth41]

My favourite water ride is back, Valhalla at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. I was looking forward to riding in April but the weekend I was supposed to be going I’m busy, so annoyed. At least it’s only 10 miles down the road so it won’t be too long.

[@ThemeParkLuke]

This is what I'm waiting for. Planning a trip to PBP in May!

[@CoasterDash]

Valhalla looks incredible! I’m sure that would’ve ranked very high for me.

[@katashworth41]

@@CoasterDash in its previous form it was my second favourite ride in the park (Wallace and Gromit Thrill O Matic will always have my heart).

[@liamcollinson5695]

Valhalla at Blackpool was my favourite water ride ever due the sheer amount of special effects that truly made it like the −20 °C freezing room with artificial snow huge set pieces and the now famous fireball finale to name just a few I'm glad it's reopening this year I cannot wait to try it.

[@StamfordBridge]

Great video. I can’t wait to ride Piraten in Batavia this summer. It was under construction when I last visited.

[@brrav_]

Happy to see Tripsdrill included. I LOVE going there and it is great to see you enjoyed it! The name is a mouthful but you did great!!

[@5nak_music]

As someone who spent a year on the Infinity Falls team I'm honored my home ride made it on the list. ❤

[@TheFireDemon]

Vliegende Hollander at Efteling is also getting a rework of the first scene with the boats, so it's kind of worth going back and experiencing that

[@321Jarn]

Isn't the Vliegende Hollander almost always closed? Because the time i visited it it was closed.

[@timheye7863]

My personal favorites are: 1- Valhalla- Blackpool pleasure beach- England 2- Acme Factory- Parque Warner Madrid- Spain 3- Krampus- Nigloland- France 4- Dino splash- Plopsaland De panne- Belgium 5- Fuga da Atlantide- Gardaland- Italy 6- Chiapas- Phantasialand- Germany 7- Mami Wata- Fantasiana- Austria 8- Area 51/ Bermuda triangle- Movie park- Germany 9- Menhir express- Parc Astérix- France 10- Excalibur- Movie park- Germany

[@CoasterKeegan]

It seems you have missed the upgrades Toverland made to Expedition Zork last year. They themed the entire outdoor section, and its such a good update!

[@CoasterDash]

I didn’t miss it. that POV just wasn’t mine :)

[@berrec88]

I miss Bengal rapid river in Bellewaerde (Belgium). The way the rafts are made, it's like 4 rafts that stick together only in the middle. Because of that, more water can come inside the boat. It's also fun that the boats can overtake eachother.

[@Leonconflict1]

Haven’t watched it yet, but I know it’s a banger🔥🔥

[@alyssavermette]

Every time ive been to Disney world ive always wanted to ride it but when I was younger I was to scared to ride it because of the huge drop ( granted I was 5 and I don't think i met the height requirement either) then every time we've gone it was either not working,under a refurb,had thunderstorms which they then shut down all the rides that have outdoor portions,or last time I went in November / December and it was 60 and cloudy I was freezing and the line was astronomical so I'll never get to ride it which I'm so sad about 😢 it looks like such a fun ride with those characters and story line I'm bummed out that they are changing it but oh well I hope the refurb makes it even better even though it won't be those characters or story anymore ❤

[@drewcorry5056]

Absolutely Outstanding

[@ScottyMania313]

Great List my man! Splash Mountin and Pirates in Florida were my 2 favorite rides when I went to the Magic Kingdom. I'm excited to see the new Splash Mountain, I hope they add sweet lighting effects like Tron or Incredible Hulk. I really did good lighting and I think it would be a sweet way to enhance the indoor drops.

[@philrabe910]

Wait- What? Naked ladies in bathtubs? Some of these are on my bucket list and one you will love- Disney's Pirates Shanghai. Totally amazeballs. Also, park lore says the US pirates animatronics were made at the same time since Walt knew it would be going into the Florida park eventually.

[@mizzpink98z24cavi]

I rode Mystic River like 5 times last week when I was at SDC! So fun!

[@michael7054]

Great video! All look like great water rides.

[@markyoung8398]

This list just gets me even more excited for the return of Valhalla at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

[@everythingandnothing2088]

3:50 expidition zork got redone over the summer with an entirw new story line new quque, indoor dark ride section, its own themed area and merch its really cool now and from the outside you can even see the giant indoor hall any more cuz its covered by fake mountains!!

[@mitchellries256]

It would be hard for me to rank every single water ride I've been on, but I can tell you that my favorite is Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls at Universal's Islands of Adventure. Some of my other favorites include Popeye & Bluto's Bildge-Rat Barges at Universal's Islands of Adventure, the two Splash Mountain rides at the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland respectively, Grizzly River Run at Disney's California Adventure, Timber Mountain Log Ride at Knott's Berry Farm, Log Chute at Nickelodeon Universe inside Mall of America, Shipwreck Rapids at SeaWorld San Diego, Rio Loco at SeaWorld San Antonio, Gully Washer at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Bugs Bunny White Water Rapids at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Bigfoot Rapids at Knott's Berry Farm (haven't ridden it as Calico River Rapids yet), Escape from Pompeii at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and Journey To Atlantis at SeaWorld Orlando and San Diego. And that's just a small fraction of the many water rides I've ridden.

[@lkeshow86]

Wasn't expecting escape from Pompeii on here, glad someone else appreciates it like I do

[@cass.ettetape]

Maybe its just because I don't love getting wet but I absolutely despised Dudley Do-Rights. The logs are incredibly uncomfortable and cramped and while the drops are fun I couldn't truly enjoy them because I was just getting ready to be waterboarded.

[@alexgeorge501]

White Water Canyon & Timberwolf Falls get me pretty soaked whenever i visit wonderland, I've also been on the water rides at Darien Lake and Islands of Adventure too and i got some soaking fun on those too. Thanks for uploading, now if you'll excuse me i have to dry off from all that wild water action.

[@michael7054]

Thanks!

[@oof3397]

You need to come to the UK, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Drayton Manor have some great and wet rides!

[@Earwig999]

Oh no, you really need to get over the pond to ride Valhalla at Blackpool Pleasure Beach! It’s recently undergone a major refurb and is due to reopen this April.

[@aitcho7073]

Went to Universal a couple of weeks ago with my friends. We rode Popeyes twice in a raft with 11 people in it and each time, I barely got wet. Everybody else got drenched but I was almost completely dry

[@obvjaime]

I also went on the Popeyes one and got drenched. Got more wet at universal than at Seaworld

[@darrene6035]

You need to ride Valhalla at Blackpool Pleasure Beach in Blackpool, England! Great theming and a proper soaker..

[@douglasjgallup]

I absolutely adore the log flume at Moreys Pier in NJ. Steep drops that take you beneath the pier!

[@briansieve]

The DL Splash bunny hop is awesome

[@coolmamo]

I had a recent trip to Disneyland after not going for many years and splash mountain was by far my favorite ride the vibes are immaculate

[@warchild4069]

Disneyland was my home park, always enjoyed Orlando’s splash Mountain more, feeler longer and had an extra short drop

[@LordieBot]

I find it suprising fata morgana at efteling didn't make it btw vliegende hollander at efteling is getting a bit of a clean up it will open on the first of april again with a brand new room! I hope you will check that out!

[@jessicatrevathan]

I have you ever been splash county in TN before, but I tell you that some of the water rides in Disney and island of adventure below my water rides list high.

[@tbloemink]

#12 Vliegende Hollander has been renovated very recently, where they replaced the final scene (the one with the waterfall). Instead, the ride now features a way through a ship graveyard and honestly, I think they did a very, very nice job. It's definitely been improved.

[@elainecustodio9925]

OMFG, I'm so maaaaad at myself I didn't do any of the water rides at Phantasialand (it was cold 🥶). That park is astonishingly beautiful. Totally agree with you by the way on Popeye's. You get absolutely wet, there's just no way around. I've tried everything and it's also super fun! Loved the video ❤

[@zacg_]

This list is awesome but it makes me sad. I think Tiana's Bayou Adventure has really high potential but it has some incredibly big shoes to fill. Splash Mountain is basically a perfect ride (other than the historical issues that are the cause of the change.) I really hope Disney delivers with the new attraction because Splash Mountain is definitely the best water ride in the world (especially the DL version.) I personally rank it in my overall rides list above every coaster I've ever ridden.

[@maxeatherington8908]

So many good water rides missed in this list, Valhalla at Blackpool is great, tidal wave at Thorpe park gets you drenched and the pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland Paris is one of the best in the world

[@holgerschulz4104]

Being a fan of your channel for the longest time, I´m still amazed/glad you actually picked Chiapas to be higher ranked to some major/superior themepark´s water rides like (e.g.) Jurassic Park, Pirates or even Splash Mountain. For/though being a Phantasialand´s addict plus digging great theming, Chiapas simply stands on the shoulders of giants. If it hadn´t been for its predecessors, there´d just be no Chiapas. 😘

[@gorbshal2598]

Havent watched it, but timber mountain log ride better be on here!

[@zacharygambler9306]

Do too 25 dark rides next Loved this!

[@peterlockhart3923]

First time I went on Popeyes it was 5 minutes before the park closed in the dark and my wife and I didn't think we'd get on anything else. We walked past the entrance to this ride without even knowing what it was and so we got in line just to get on something. When we found out it was a water ride we took a few seconds to debate going on it as it was already night but figured what the heck, why not? The next 10 minutes were filled completely with laughter and awe at the amazingness of this ride! It's my number 1 water ride without a doubt

[@maikh1018]

There is this rapid ride at Moviepark Germany called Excaliber. The ride itself is realy nicely themed. The waiting queue, station and the final scene are amazing. I am a big movie and themepark music fan and the last scene just gave me goosebumps. I never experienced it on any ride exept this one. So If you are a big movie score/ themepark music fan like me you wil love this last scene. This makes it one of my top waterrides!!

[@mackers_855]

Only other add on I would say is Tidal Wave in UK Thorpe Park just because of the monumental wave even if it is really short

[@bigmanphil85]

I feel Valhalla at Blackpool pleasure beach needs to be on this list somewhere.

[@GhostRider-db2eq]

My favorite water ride is shipwreck rapids because I went on it when the waterfall was on and for some reason was running insane and drenched me 110% that ppl were staring at me in shock

[@jamescrawford1320]

Idk if Dudley is going to reopen after hurricane Ian. It sounded like no when I was there a month after

[@bryan13318]

De vliegende hollander had an amazing refurbishment this winter and opened today again and i did it this morfine amd wow it is so mich beter bow

[@Somunro]

Valhalla at Blackpool pleasure beach would have wiped the floor with all of these. It’s being redone by intamin so fingers crossed it will be even better when it reopens! If your in the UK - give me a shout! 👌🏼

[@elizard_9594]

Frozen Ever After can also get you very wet if you take the backwards drop in just the right way. I experienced that when my entire butt and back got soaked when I wasn't expecting it. Lol

[@BuschGardensFans]

have u did serengetti flyer at busch gardens tampa they have 2 different modes

[@pkpaksw]

Did you forget Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland Shanghai version? I think is is the best water ride which combine many giant screens and animatronics 😁

[@GameTimeUK]

piranah and the flying dutchman aka viljengde hollanger and i love fata morgana but if your including that as a dark ride you have to also include droomvultch aka dreamflight at efteling

[@itsKegger]

Dudley do rights has the most insane drop on a log flume and you get so soaked on it, it's easily my favorite, I also thought infinity falls was a little underwhelming, ive been on better rapids and you don't get as wet on it as you think, but I forgot how wet you get on Popeyes, that was super unexpected but awesome

[@danwyatt6703]

United Kingdom. England. Blackpool Pleasure Beach. VALHALLA. Newly refurbished for 2023. Epic theming. Epic effects. Epic Soundtrack. You won't get wet. You'll get soaked to your bones.

[@Lloyd00]

That last drop on Grizzly is nuts

[@timothymoroney9100]

You should have added the log fume ride at Mall of America (Nickelodeon Universe) in Bloomington, Minnesota as at least an ‘Honorable Mention’. I was pleasantly surprised by it, when I rode it.

[@CoasterDash]

Unfortunately, it was closed when I visited the park :(

[@byronpatrick2147]

Pirates at Shanghai Disneyland is a jaw-dropper. The videos don’t do it justice, so I’d avoid the spoilers if you have any interest in experiencing it for yourself one day.

[@ellishopper360]

If you love water rides and find yourself in the UK, Valhalla is on the same level with icon for me at Blackpool. It's fantastic, I prefer it over Chiapas!

[@floridalife2419]

I think Ripsaw's theming is perfect. It is a little on the more "traditional" side of things but so is Popeye's since it is all outdoor or covered scenes. Even though both are story driven, I feel like Ripsaw's narrative is important to really understand since there's significantly less water elements to keep guests entertained. Both are phenomenal in their own ways and I love seeing IOA so high up!

[@bluemo7253]

What about shipwreck rapids at seaworld san diego?

[@swingcash4920]

Pirates of the Caribbean @ Disneyland Shanghai is out of this world. Have you ever been there?

[@heather1980]

I think you’ll love Valhalla when you get to Blackpool. It ranks up there near the top for me and I’ve ridden almost everything on your list.

[@thedrewster0408]

There’s a Splash Mountain that’s still operating at Tokyo Disneyland as well and it seems that it won’t be closing anytime soon over there. The Tokyo Disney Resort is also the only Disney park that is not owned and operated by Disney and is instead operated by The Oriental Land Company.

[@braini72]

As a German coaster intusiast i am happy to see so many rides from Germany in a list of a American

[@MigraineManX]

Missing Chiapas in this list.

[@braini72]

@@MigraineManX Yeah. You are so right there

[@vielenDank.]

@@MigraineManX Chiapas ist doch im Video zu sehen?

[@MigraineManX]

@@vielenDank. mag sein das ich blind bin, aber ich seh nur River Quest

[@vielenDank.]

@@MigraineManX Minute 9:44

[@beebig]

The last time I went to Disneyland was in like 2021 and Pretty sure everyone knows what happened to splash mountain correct the year if i'm wrong

[@coasterm3rr1ck62]

You really need to get back out to MN to ride Log Chute! It is by far one of our star attractions and I could see it ranking really high on your list!

[@CoasterDash]

I’m so bummed it was closed when I visited the Mall of America in 2021 😭

[@coasterm3rr1ck62]

@@CoasterDash It currently opens after 5 pm, perhaps it was the same during your visit

[@coasterm3rr1ck62]

@@CoasterDash Either way, you need to come back up and ride it!

[@AirtimeThrills]

Pretty solid #1, i avoid water rides including skipping mystic river falls, but i did enjoy frozen ever after and think pirates is a bit overrated, but that may just be me not being super nostalgic for the classics

[@GbHandlebar]

I suspect Epic Voyage to Moonhaven would be another one that would rank highly, should you ever get to do it.

[@l_rxck9464]

You forgot Valhalla at blackpool pleasure beach

[@dankind64]

it's crazy to me that i've been on 7 of those rides.

[@jockelmoves9696]

what is the difference between logflume and shoot the shoots?

[@MichaelTaylor-qp2xf]

I prefer Splash Mountain in the Magic Kingdom to Disneyland. I believe that it does a better job of its storytelling. I also used to adore Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls before they put in the seat dividers and safety railings that make it near-impossible for a big guy like myself to get in and out of.

[@charlanator225]

Here's my ranking of the one's I've done 1. Splash Mountain (I will forever miss it, best ride at MK) 2. Infinity Falls (I rode this for the first time last month and I swear to god this ride shows no mercy) 3. Dudley Do Right's Rip-Saw Falls (front row first drop gets you crazy wet ong) 4. Jurassic Park River Adventure 5. Journey to Atlantis (SWO) 6. Pirates of the Caribbean 7. Kali River Rapids (most boring & mid rapids ride ever) Unfortunately Popeye was closed when I visited IOA, definitely making that a priority for next time.

[@JB75MX]

Had Valhalla at Blackpool pleasure beach reopened on time.. I feel it would atleast be in your top 10. Valhalla is insane. For me it's top 3 with poppy's no.1 and infinity falls 2/3

[@imacapricorn5172]

Would fire in the hole count as a water ride because it has the splash down at the end?

[@CoasterDash]

I wouldn’t say so. I don’t recall getting wet on that ride.

[@edwinpostma0640]

Zork has been refurbishd last months. With more theming

[@braini72]

Why do i love your intro?

[@jamesduggleby]

It seems that you missed Tidal Wave at Thorpe Park

[@GamerBen87]

You need to get to Asia. I've watched the POV of Shanghai Pirates so many times, I'd love to hear what you would think of it.

[@CoasterDash]

My top bucket list dark ride!

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

Piraten in Batavia kicks Disney's ass

[@moritzdavis3952]

What about Valhalla at Blackpool pleasure beach?

[@modestheliolisk]

I wonder where Journey to Atlantis pre-story removal would've ranked here

[@donaldholtzman5429]

universal studios orlando converted jurassic park into jurassic world a few years ago

[@OriginalJoe]

A long time ago when I was a kid and the Matterhorn trains were different, it was possible to extend your arms out of the train through the splash down and soak the riders behind you- like the water coming up would get redirected. I did this to my mom once and it was a bad decision let’s just say. Nobody thinks of that as a water ride but it kind of was. Not anymore.

[@sharpeillusions]

Valhalla is the best actually winner of best water ride in the world for few years running been closed for reimagining and about to reopen

[@grosswisier]

No Chiapas...?

[@dino6754]

Top so many dark rides pleazzzz!!!

[@SLOTHSRIDEUNICORNS]

*YAY CHIAPAS!*

[@Shadowbiology]

my number one forever will be thorpe park loggers leap. rip

[@GloryRenault]

my favorite water ride is Log chute At nickelodeon universe At Mall Of America

[@pianoartist8830]

If journey to atlantis still had the old effects from when it opened it would be placed higher. Sad they got rid of them.

[@steveniglesias2508]

Not going to argue with your list... To me Popeye is the best water ride in the world. It's the most fun you'll probably ever have on any ride, not just water rides. And yes, it has to be the wettest ride in the world, you don't get this wet on most water slides.

[@lennpeeters8816]

Do top10 darkrides

[@Stijn-]

Vliegende Hollander at the efteling has a New scène now

[@AirtimeProductions]

Nice list! For theming I’d say my favorite is Na’vi River but overall I’d say Splash Mountain without a doubt

[@CoasterDash]

Good choice!

[@michaelmillington9444]

Splash Mountain at Disneyland moved way too fast when I went on it. The one at Disney world moves at a much better pace where you can actually get what's going on. Just my opinion.

[@GamerGirlJuly1982]

Why are there no UK water rides included in this list - surely you must have a favorite one on the United Kingdom