Hi, I’m Alex Chen, an avid Chinese traveler passionate about independent journeys. I thrive on exploring the world economically, from remote Asian islands to quaint South American towns, always seeking hidden gems off the beaten path. If you’re like me—favoring cost-effective, unique travel experiences—we’re kindred spirits. In this article, I’ll introduce you to an ideal summer retreat: Guangzhou’s Chimelong Water Park, perfect for families and solo adventurers alike.

Summary

Chimelong Water Park Overview

Since 2013, Chimelong Water Park has consistently ranked as the world’s most visited water park, earning accolades from esteemed organizations like TEA and IAAPA, including “World’s Best Water Park” and “Must-Visit Water Park.” It’s a summer hotspot attracting global visitors, especially families and independent travelers.

  • Address: No. 299, Hanxi Avenue East, Panyu District, Guangzhou
  • Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM; Night Session: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
  • Season: Open annually from April to October; closed during other months
  • Electronic Music Party: Daily from 8:00 PM to 8:45 PM
  • Recommended Visit Duration: 4–5 hours
  • Best Visiting Season: April to October
  • Ticket Prices: Male 139 CNY, Female 99 CNY
  • Ticket Purchase: Trip.com Discounts, Klook Deals, KKday Offers
Chimelong Water Park water slide and splash pool

Chimelong Water Park Map

Chimelong Water Park illustrated park map and attractions

Before You Visit Chimelong Water Park

Ticket Pricing

  • Male Ticket: 139 CNY
  • Female Ticket: 99 CNY
  • Child Ticket: 45 CNY (Ages 3–11 or height between 1.0m and 1.5m)
  • Student Ticket: 99 CNY (Ages 12–17, height over 1.5m)
  • Senior Ticket: 99 CNY (Ages 65 and above)
  • Free Admission: Children under 3 years old or shorter than 1.0m (One free child per paying adult)
  • Ticket Purchase:Trip.com Discounts, Klook Deals, KKday Offers

Book Your Fast Pass to Skip The Long Queues for the Rides

The Fast Pass allows you to bypass lines and is purchasable per person. You can decide to buy it upon entry; if the park isn’t crowded, it might not be necessary. However, during peak times like May, July, August, and October—coinciding with China’s Labor Day, summer vacation, and National Day holidays—queues can be 30 minutes or longer per ride. Avoid weekends to experience shorter lines.

If you choose to purchase, the recommended option is the “Glory Tour”:

  • Covered Rides: Magnetic Cannon Water Coaster, Storm Double Cannon, Sky Double Surfboard, Giant Bowl, Rock Giant Wheel, Super Big Horn, Python Slide, Jet Slide, Rapid, Race, Centrifugal Slide, Cobra Slide
  • Single Ride Pass: 39 CNY per ride via VIP lane
  • Glory Tour (Recommended): 139 CNY for one VIP access per ride
  • Premium VIP Tour: 259 CNY for unlimited VIP access to all

Regulations

  1. Swimwear is mandatory for all attractions.
  2. Personal food and beverages are allowed, except for items requiring heating, processing, refrigeration, or with strong odors (e.g., instant noodles, self-heating meals, durian).
  3. Individuals with certain medical conditions (e.g., hypertension, heart disease, skin diseases) or under the influence of alcohol are prohibited from entering or using attractions. Pregnant women and the elderly should assess their health before participation.
  4. Visitors allergic to chlorine or with sensitive constitutions should consider their health before participation.
  5. Children under 16 must be accompanied by someone aged 16 or older.
  6. Children under 12 or shorter than 1.5m must wear flotation devices while playing。

Luggage Storage Services

Chimelong Water Park offers storage services in Areas A, B, and C, located near the main entrance and changing rooms.

  • Small Locker: 40 CNY per unit
  • Large Locker: 60 CNY per unit
  • Small Item Locker:
    • Free for the first 30 minutes
    • 8 CNY for 31–60 minutes
    • 16 CNY for 61–120 minutes
    • 20 CNY for over 121 minutes
Chimelong Water Park yellow locker storage area

Money-Saving Tips

  • Bring your own swimsuit, waterproof phone pouch, and beach socks—most rides require you to walk barefoot for a while, which can hurt without protection. Also, bring a pair of inexpensive flip-flops (they may get swapped or misplaced easily). If you’re visiting in April or September, pack a towel in your bag since it gets chilly and buying one on-site is expensive. Nearsighted travelers may want to wear contact lenses.
  • The showers do not offer shampoo or body wash, but you don’t need to buy any—just bring some from your hotel.
  • Allowed food and drinks include bottled water, bread, chocolate, and snacks. However, self-heating hotpots and instant noodles are prohibited.

One-Day Strategy: How to Try Every Ride in One Visit

As soon as you enter the park, head straight for the three newest attractions (Magnetic Cannon Water Coaster, Storm Double Cannon, Sky Double Surfboard). These tend to get crowded later in the day. Recommended ride order:

Storm Double Cannon → Sky Double Surfboard → Magnetic Cannon Water Coaster → Rapid → Rock Giant Wheel → Centrifugal Slide → Jet Slide → Vertical Limit → Super Big Horn → Giant Bowl → Giant Torrent Gorge → Python Slide → Big Slide → Family Raft Ride → Kids’ Water City → end with the evening electronic music party.

Tips:

  • Magnetic Cannon Water Coaster – Like a real roller coaster, super fun.
  • Rock Giant Wheel – Looks like a washing machine but isn’t too intense, feels about 10% like a pirate ship.
  • Centrifugal Slide – Great for kids, not thrilling.
  • Jet Slide – Two people lie down together, also very fun.
  • Super Big Horn – Carrying your own float can be tiring.
Chimelong Water Park EDM party with fireworks at night

Which Chimelong Water Park Rides Are Not Suitable for Kids?

For safety reasons, some attractions have strict height requirements. Parents should take note—kids over 1.3 meters tall can enjoy every ride. Children under 0.8 meters will have limited options. Most weight limits are manageable, but riders over 90 kg (about 198 lbs) may be restricted from some rides.

  • Parent-Child Slide: 0.8–1.5m height, max 70kg
  • Mini Horn: 0.8–1.5m, 15–70kg
  • Cobra Slide: 1.1–1.9m, 22.5–75kg
  • Centrifugal Slide: 1.1–1.9m, max 90kg
  • Jungle Adventure: 1.0–1.9m
  • Bear & Honey: 1.1–1.9m
  • Fantasy River: 0.9–1.9m
  • Sea Rescue Team: 0.8–1.9m
  • Fire Line Rescue: 1.9m only
  • Whale Water Battle Ship: 1.1–1.9m
  • Storm Double Cannon: 1.3–2.1m
  • Sky Double Surfboard: 1.3–2.1m
  • Magnetic Cannon Water Coaster: 1.3–2.1m
  • Giant Torrent Gorge: 1.3–2.1m
  • Giant Bowl: 1.3–2.1m
  • Python Slide: 1.3–2.1m
  • Rock Giant Wheel: 1.3–2.1m
  • Rapid: 1.3–2.1m
  • Race: 1.3–2.1m
  • Big Slide: 1.3–2.1m
  • Family Raft Ride: 1.3–2.1m
  • Super Big Horn: 1.3–2.1m
  • Jet Slide: 1.3–2.1m
  • Vertical Limit: 1.3–2.1m
  • Hawaii Water City: 1.1–1.9m
  • Climbing Wall: 1.5–1.9m
  • Bubble Splash Challenge: 1.0–1.5m

Dining Recommendations at Chimelong Water Park

Electric BBQ Bar

Chimelong Water Park BBQ set with roast chicken and sides
  • Why We Recommend It: The set menu includes crispy roast chicken, and you can enjoy it while watching the night EDM show.
  • Location: Near Wave Bay
  • Average Price: 118 CNY for roast chicken; 128 CNY for BBQ set

Wave Restaurant

Chimelong Water Park fast food burgers fries and drinks
  • Why We Recommend It: Offers both Western and Southeast Asian cuisines. With a spacious second floor and proximity to the park’s three newest rides, it’s also perfect for scenic photos.
  • Location: Near Wave Bay
  • Average Price: 88 CNY for black pepper beef cheese sandwich with a cold drink; 78 CNY for samba beef rib rice set

Where to Stay Near Chimelong Water Park

Chimelong Water Park is far from downtown Guangzhou, so it’s best to stay nearby—especially if you’re planning to explore more than one park in the Chimelong Resort. Recommended locations include the areas around Hanxi Changlong Station and Nancun Wanbo. These are convenient for visiting the Chimelong Safari Park, Chimelong Paradise, Chimelong Water Park, and Chimelong Birds Park. It’s also easy to reach Guangzhou South Railway Station from here. For detailed hotel options, check out the Guangzhou Hotel Guide.

Kuanrong Suite Hotel (Guangzhou Panyu Chimelong Wanda)

Kuanrong Suite Hotel (Guangzhou Panyu Chimelong Wanda)
  • Location: 6 minutes walk from Nancun Wanbo Metro Station
  • Price Range: 526 RMB
  • Check Room Rates: Trip.com Specials
  • Rating: 4.8 on Trip
  • Special Amenities: Laundry room, robot room service, family rooms

Situated in the center of Panyu, close to Wanda Plaza and not far from Tianhe City. The surrounding area boasts convenient transportation with the metro station just a 6-minute walk away. It’s very convenient for travel, with a 15-minute taxi ride to Chimelong.

The rooms are fully equipped, clean, and tidy. The hotel’s service is commendable, with a full range of items available, and the bedding is soft and comfortable.

Chimelong Panda Hotel

Chimelong Panda Hotel
  • Location: Shuttle service available from Hanxi Changlong Metro Station Exit E
  • Price Range: 948 RMB
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  • Rating: 4.7 on Trip
  • Special Amenities: Gym, family rooms

Conveniently located near Chimelong Paradise, Wildlife Park, and the Circus, with midday returns to the hotel possible. About 20 minutes to the Bird Park with shuttle services available between attractions.

The hotel offers a rich variety of breakfast and dinner options, clean and hygienic. The rooms are slightly dated but well-sized and equipped, designed with child-friendly features. The service is very attentive.

Chimelong Hotel

Chimelong Hotel
  • Location: Shuttle service available from Hanxi Changlong Metro Station Exit E
  • Price Range: 948 RMB
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  • Rating: 4.6 on Trip
  • Special Amenities: Gym, family rooms, indoor paid pool

Features a small amusement park for children, with shuttle services to nearby attractions. Ideal for families visiting with children.

Rooms are clean, spacious, and bright, exceeding expectations! The view of the forest from the windows is picturesque, with comfortable bedding and local specialty dishes available for breakfast.

How to Get to Chimelong Water Park from Downtown Guangzhou

Taking the metro is the most convenient way. After arriving at Hanxi Changlong Station, you can transfer to a free shuttle bus that takes you directly to Chimelong Water Park.

By Metro

From downtown Guangzhou, take Metro Line 3 or Line 7, get off at Hanxi Changlong Station, and exit through Exit D or E. From there, free shuttle buses are available right outside the station.

By Bus

You can also take bus No. 562 or No. 304 from downtown Guangzhou and get off at the Chimelong Tourist Resort Terminal.

By Ride-Hailing

A ride-hailing service from downtown Guangzhou to Chimelong Water Park takes around 55 minutes and costs approximately 65 CNY.

How to Get to Chimelong Water Park from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport

Traveling from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Chimelong Water Park by metro is the most cost-effective and time-efficient method. It’s comparable in speed to a taxi, making it a highly recommended option.

By Metro

From Terminal 2:

  • Route: Take the North Extension of Metro Line 3 from Airport North Station.
    • Transfer: Get off at Hanxi Changlong Station to reach Chimelong Water Park.
  • Fare: Around 10 CNY
  • Duration: Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Operating Hours: 06:00 – 23:15 (Airport North Station)

From Terminal 1:

  • Route: Take Metro Line 3 from Airport South Station.
    • Transfer: Get off at Hanxi Changlong Station.
  • Fare: Around 10 CNY
  • Duration: Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Operating Hours: 06:15 – 23:37 (Airport South Station)

By Ride-Hailing

A ride from Baiyun Airport to Chimelong Water Park takes about 60 minutes and costs approximately 100 CNY.

FAQ

Can I buy tickets at Chimelong Water Park on-site?

Yes, tickets can be purchased at the entrance. However, online booking is highly recommended as it usually offers discounts—while tickets on-site are sold at full price.

Is Chimelong Water Park worth visiting?

Absolutely. Chimelong Water Park has consistently ranked among the world’s top water parks in annual attendance and has received multiple international accolades, including the TEA Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement. With signature rides like the Rock Giant Wheel—the world’s first self-rotating water ride—and trendy experiences like the electronic music festival, it’s a top-tier attraction. In April 2025, the park introduced three world-class water rides, taking the adventure to a whole new level.

How many days should I spend at Chimelong Water Park?

Most visitors spend half to a full day at Chimelong Water Park. That’s enough time to experience nearly every major ride and attraction.

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