News

Atlantis, The Palm's Aquaventure to host weekend of Guinness record attempts

Atlantis, The Palm's Aquaventure to host weekend of Guinness record attempts

Famous waterpark is calling on visitors of all ages to help make history

Aquaventure World at Atlantis Dubai is inviting water lovers of all ages to make history during the Guinness World Records Tour on the weekend of 7 to 8 December 2024.

This action-packed weekend offers residents and locals the chance to test their skills in official record-breaking challenges under the guidance of Guinness World Records adjudicators.

Emirati jet ski world champion and powerboat pilot Manea Al Marzooqi, a celebrated athlete who earned top rankings in the DIMC UAE National Championships in 2016 and 2017, will attempt to set the record for the most backflips with a water jet pack in a minute on Saturday 7 December.

Manea Al Marzooqi in action

At the same time, the entire waterpark will be transformed into a record-breaking hub, with Aquaventure Beach the dedicated venue for a host of competitions, including:

  • Fastest time to hook ten rubber ducks
  • Most swimming trunks pulled on over clothing in 30 seconds
  • Fastest time to pass through 10 rubber rings
  • Fastest time to topple ten targets using a water pistol
  • Most passes through an inflatable rubber ring in 30 seconds (under 16’s)
  • Most beach paddle ball passes in one minute (team of two)

RELATED:
DJ Martin Garrix to return to Dubai for Atlantis Live series
Paul Baker appointed President of Atlantis Resorts
Lionel Richie to headline Dubai New Year’s Eve spectacle

Atlantis employees will participate in the celebrations by attempting to set the record for the most nationalities down a waterslide in an hour. Taking place on the Leap of Faith slide on Saturday morning, the attempt highlights the remarkable diversity of Atlantis Dubai’s 130-nationality team.

All Aquaventure World tickets include access to the Guinness World Records Tour that weekend. Ticket prices start at AED225 (US$61).

For more information, visit www.aquaventureworld.com



FIND OUT MORE 

Share article

View Comments