Benidorm: Terra Natura and Aqua Natura Combo Day Ticket

Benidorm’s best family day out may be the one that lets you swap elephants and birds of prey for water slides without changing parks. Terra Natura gives you a manageable wildlife visit, while nearby Aqua Natura adds pools, children’s play areas, and more than 1,000 metres of slides.

I like the easy mix of quiet animal viewing and noisy pool-time fun. I also like the flexibility: you can see both parks in one long day or spread the ticket over two days. The main catch is that lockers, sunbeds, animal encounters, and some children’s activities cost extra, while busy summer days bring long slide queues.

Key points at a glance

• See elephants, rhinos, lions, tigers, reptiles, and exotic birds at Terra Natura, with more than 1,500 animals across about 200 species.
• Catch the birds of prey demonstration, one of the most praised parts of the wildlife park.
• Use more than 1,000 metres of water slides at Aqua Natura, with rides for children, adults, and families.
• Plan for extra costs, including lockers, sunbeds, animal interactions, and the Mermaids and Tritons School.
• A one-day visit is possible, but a two-day ticket gives you more breathing room, especially in summer.
• Save €5 per person through GetYourGuide, according to the supplied booking information.

Two parks, one family-friendly day

Terra Natura and Aqua Natura sit together at Foia del Verdader, just outside Benidorm. That shared location makes the combo ticket practical. You are not committing to a long transfer between a zoo and a water park, and you can change plans if the heat, queues, or children’s energy levels call for it.

The suggested price is $55 per person. That is not a bargain for a short visit, but it can work well if you use both parks and take advantage of the full opening hours. A family that spends several hours at Terra Natura, eats lunch, and then uses Aqua Natura for the afternoon is getting a substantial day out.

The ticket can be valid for one or two days, depending on the option and availability. I would choose one day if you are visiting outside the busiest summer period and want a brisk family outing. Choose two days if you have small children, want regular breaks, or plan to see the animal demonstrations and water activities without rushing.

A meal and two drinks can be included if you select that option. Check the price difference before booking. The food option may be useful for convenience, but people who want to control costs should compare it with buying food inside or bringing a picnic if park rules allow it. One older report found the meals decent but the menu small, while drinks were considered expensive.

Terra Natura: elephants, birds, and a compact zoo visit

Start at Terra Natura while everyone is fresh. The park contains more than 1,500 animals from around 200 species, including elephants, lions, tigers, rhinoceroses, primates, reptiles, exotic birds, large herbivores, small mammals, and farm animals.

The elephants are a major draw. If your children have a favorite animal, this is likely the part that gives the visit its strongest memory. The park also has an aviary and reptile area, including the Venomous Creatures exhibition. That mix gives you more than a standard walk past large mammals. You can move from familiar zoo stars to snakes, birds, and less obvious species.

The park is designed around habitat areas, though you should keep expectations sensible. It is not a wild reserve, and you will not have unlimited time or space with every animal. Some earlier feedback expected to see more animals than were immediately apparent. On the other hand, another visit took about two hours to cover the zoo, including the bird show, which makes Terra Natura a realistic morning or early afternoon activity rather than an all-day zoo expedition for most families.

The birds of prey demonstration is worth building your schedule around. It was singled out as a highlight, and live demonstrations can add useful context that signs alone cannot provide. Check the daily times when you enter. One of the clearest practical complaints about the park was that show information was not obvious enough on arrival, so do not simply wander off and hope to catch everything.

Terra Natura also offers educational talks, guided visits, animal interactions, children’s workshops, and a multi-adventure playground. These extras can help break up the walking for younger children. Animal interactions are not included, so treat them as optional add-ons rather than part of the basic ticket.

The park is wheelchair accessible. You will find restaurants, shops, children’s play areas, and farm animals, which helps families build in pauses. Bring water and sun protection. The walking areas can feel hot, and drinks inside may cost more than you expect.

Aqua Natura: slides, pools, and a younger family focus

Aqua Natura is the natural second act. After Terra Natura, you can change into swimwear and spend the rest of the day in the water park. The attraction offers more than 1,000 metres of slides, covering children’s rides, adult rides, and family options.

The park’s appeal is broad rather than extreme. It has children’s areas, a themed pool, entertainment, sunbed areas, restaurants, and a shop selling summer items. The Mermaids and Tritons School is aimed at little ones, while the Fairies and Elves School is another paid children’s activity. Neither is included in the basic ticket.

Older children around eight to ten can find enough variety to stay busy, and teenagers can enjoy the slides, though the most adventurous riders may find the selection less thrilling after several runs. The park is especially well suited to families with young children and preteens, since there are plenty of shallow-water features and family activities alongside the larger slides.

Pay close attention to height and weight rules. One important condition raised in the available information is a 120-centimetre minimum for some rides. Children cannot simply ride every slide with a parent, and a few rides may also have weight limits. Ask the attendant before queuing if you are unsure. This saves an unhappy child from reaching the front only to be turned away.

The water is fresh water, which some people prefer after a slide. It can also feel cold, especially outside the hottest part of summer. Pool entrances and wet surfaces may be slippery, so take care when walking. One report also raised concern about slide dispatching, with riders sent down too quickly. Follow staff instructions, but keep your own distance and speak up if the landing area looks crowded.

In summer, Aqua Natura can feel lively, with music, pool dancing, and foam-party entertainment. That adds energy, but it also means more noise and likely longer lines. In April or early May, the atmosphere may be calmer, and the water park may be quieter, although some slides or features might not be operating.

How to fit both parks into one day

A sensible one-day plan is to visit Terra Natura in the morning, pause for lunch, then spend the afternoon at Aqua Natura. This order works because the zoo involves more walking, while the water park lets you cool down later.

Give Terra Natura roughly two to three hours if your main goals are the animals, reptile areas, aviary, and birds of prey show. Add time if you want a guided visit, animal interaction, workshop, or a long meal. Make the show schedule your anchor, not an afterthought.

At Aqua Natura, plan on at least three hours if your group wants several rides, pool time, and lunch. Young children may need more frequent breaks, while older children may want to repeat favorite slides. A one-day visit is quite possible, and one family found there was no need for the two-day option. That will depend on crowd levels, walking pace, and how much time you spend at each attraction.

The parks do not keep identical hours. Terra Natura generally opens earlier and closes later than Aqua Natura. Aqua Natura’s hours range from 11 AM to 5:30 PM in some spring and autumn periods, up to 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM from July 1 through September 7. Terra Natura opens from 10:30 AM in some quieter months and can remain open until 8 PM in the main summer period.

The published schedule includes special variations for May, June, July weekends, September, October, November, and December. Check the hours for your exact date before setting out. If Aqua Natura closes earlier, start there or make sure you allow enough time for the water park before moving to the zoo.

When summer crowds change the experience

The calendar matters here. In April, the zoo may be pleasantly quiet and the water park less crowded, but colder water and reduced operation of a major slide are possible. A quiet day makes it easier to see animals and repeat rides, though you may not receive the full summer program.

July and August offer the longest hours and the most entertainment. They also bring queues. One summer visit reported long lines for slides, which is normal for a popular water park at the height of the season. Go early if your priority is the biggest rides, and accept that you will spend some time waiting.

Sunbeds are limited and are not included. Reports place the charge at around €4 or €5, with one mention of an additional €8 cost in a particular visit. Prices can change, so check at the park. If you want a reserved place to sit, budget for it rather than assuming entry covers loungers.

Lockers are also extra. I would consider one if you bring phones, wallets, car keys, or dry clothes. Keep valuables secure rather than leaving them beside the pool. The ticket covers admission to both parks, but the small extras can add up quickly for a family of four.

Food, drinks, and useful things to bring

Restaurants are available in both parks, and a meal with two drinks can be included in selected ticket options. The available information describes the menu as small but reasonably good value, while drinks may be expensive. If food quality and budget matter, compare the meal option carefully before paying.

Take plenty of water, especially for Terra Natura. The zoo’s walking sections can feel hot, and dehydration will shorten the day faster than any queue. Wear practical footwear for the animal park and bring swimwear, towels, sun protection, and a change of clothes for Aqua Natura.

Do not forget that wet floors can be slippery. Children should walk carefully around pool entrances and play areas, even when they are eager to reach the next ride. If someone in your group has mobility needs, the attraction is wheelchair accessible, but you should still confirm which water features and rides are suitable before arrival.

Reaching Terra Natura from Benidorm

The parks are beside the AP-7 motorway and N-332, near Terra Mitica in Alicante province. By car, take exit 65 when approaching from Valencia or exit 65A when coming from Alicante. Signs point to the park complex.

From Benidorm, bus routes 21 and 22 provide another option. You can also take the train to Terra Natura-Terra Mitica Station, then continue by bus. Allow extra time if you are relying on public transport, since an older report described missed buses and the need to take a taxi back. The parks are easy to locate by road, but the return journey deserves just as much planning as the outward trip.

Is the $55 ticket good value?

At $55 per person, the ticket makes most sense when you use both attractions. Buying the combo and only visiting the zoo wastes the main advantage, unless the water park is closed, weather is poor, or your group simply runs out of energy.

The value is strongest for a family that wants a full day with several kinds of activity. You get wildlife, demonstrations, pools, slides, children’s areas, and entertainment in one place. The two-day validity can also make the price easier to justify, since you do not need to force every activity into a single hot afternoon.

The cost becomes less attractive when you add lockers, sunbeds, meals, drinks, and paid animal or children’s activities. Teenagers looking for extreme slides may also find Aqua Natura a little limited after a few rides. For small children, though, the mixture of gentle water features and animals is a strong fit.

The reported overall score is 4.4 out of 5 from 323 ratings. The most consistent praise is for the elephants, the bird show, the clean zoo areas, the helpful staff, and the range of water rides for children. The repeated cautions are clear too: cold water, slippery surfaces, extra charges, queues, and height restrictions.

Should you book Terra Natura and Aqua Natura?

Book it if you want a straightforward family day that combines animals and water rides. The strongest match is a group with children from preschool age through early teens, especially if some want slides while others prefer animal viewing and play areas.

I would book for one day in spring or early summer if your schedule is tight. In peak summer, consider the two-day option if the price difference is reasonable and you dislike rushing. Arrive with a plan for the bird show, check ride restrictions before queuing, and budget for food, lockers, and seating.

Skip it if you want a serious wildlife sanctuary, a water park built mainly for extreme adult slides, or a low-cost day with no extras. For everyone else, the combination offers enough variety to keep a family occupied, and the ability to cool down after the zoo is genuinely useful in Benidorm’s heat.

FAQ

Where are Terra Natura and Aqua Natura located?

The parks are at Foia del Verdader, 1, Benidorm, in the Valencian Community of Spain. They are beside the AP-7 motorway and N-332, near Terra Mitica.

How much does the combo ticket cost?

The listed price is $55 per person. A €5 discount per person is available when booking with GetYourGuide, according to the supplied information.

Can I visit both parks in one day?

Yes. A common plan is to visit Terra Natura in the morning, have lunch, and spend the afternoon at Aqua Natura. The ticket can also be valid for two days, depending on the selected option and availability.

What animals can I see at Terra Natura?

The park has more than 1,500 animals from about 200 species. Examples include elephants, lions, tigers, rhinoceroses, primates, reptiles, exotic birds, large herbivores, small mammals, and farm animals.

Are the birds of prey demonstration and live entertainment included?

Live entertainment is included with admission. Terra Natura also offers a birds of prey demonstration. Check the daily schedule when you arrive because show times are not always obvious from the entrance information.

Are animal interactions included?

No. Guided visits and animal interactions are available as additional experiences, but they are not included in the standard combo ticket.

Are sunbeds and lockers included?

No. Sunbeds and lockers are not included. Sunbed prices have been reported at around €4 to €5, though current charges may vary.

Are there height limits for the water slides?

Some rides have restrictions, including a reported minimum height of 120 centimetres. Other rides may have weight limits, so check with the water-park staff before joining a queue.

Is the attraction wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible. Specific ride and water-feature access should be checked with the park if someone in your group needs assistance.