Quick answer: Oasiria (240–300 DHS adult, 11 slides, free shuttle from Jemaa el Fna, closed Nov.–March) is ideal for families with a controlled budget and visitors without a car. Pickalbatros Aqua Fun Club (300 DHS park-only access or 850 DHS Full Day Pass with lunch included, around 58 slides, open year-round from 10am to 5pm) is the choice if you want the maximum number of slides or are visiting off-season.

Two names dominate the conversation when it comes to water parks in Marrakech: Oasiria and Pickalbatros Aqua Fun Club. One is the historic pioneer with the largest wave pool in Africa; the other has the highest number of slides in Marrakech with around 58 slides. Which one deserves your day? After visiting both (and accompanying dozens of visitors there through our concierge), here's my honest analysis.

Quick overview of the two parks

Oasiria

Oasiria is Marrakech's reference water park, located on the Amizmiz road. It spreads over around 10 hectares of gardens with more than 500 plant species — century-old olive trees, palm trees, ponds. The setting is well kept, almost lush, which contrasts with the noisy, concrete image of a typical water park. It has 11 slides, several pools, a 600m lazy river, and above all the largest wave pool in Africa according to the park's official claim.

The season runs from late March to early November. The park is closed the rest of the year. A decisive logistical advantage: Oasiria offers free shuttles from Jemaa el Fna (departures around 9:30am-3pm), making it the easiest-to-reach park if you're staying in the medina or Guéliz.

Pickalbatros Aqua Fun Club

Integrated into the Pickalbatros hotel complex, this water park is located in the Ourika Valley, about fifteen minutes from the center. With around 58 slides and about fifteen pools (including 2 heated indoor pools), it's the park that crushes the competition in number of slides. Open year-round from 10am to 5pm, it caters to both hotel guests and day visitors. Two official packages: waterpark-only access at 300 DHS adult / 200 DHS child (no meals), or the Full Day Pass at 850 DHS adult / 425 DHS child including buffet lunch and soft drinks. Don't mix the two up: only the Full Day Pass includes catering.

Head-to-head comparison table

Criterion Oasiria Aqua Fun Club
Number of slides ~17 ~58
Wave pool Yes (largest in Africa) Yes
Adult price 240-300 DHS 300 DHS (park only) or 850 DHS (Full Day Pass lunch included)
Child price 160-200 DHS (0.80-1.50 m) / free <80 cm 200 DHS (park only) or 425 DHS (Full Day Pass) / free <2 years
Season Late March → early November Year-round
Free shuttle Yes (from Jemaa el Fna) No (for external visitors)
Catering included No (5 restaurants on site) No for park-only access; included with the Full Day Pass
Gardens / greenery Exceptional (500+ species) Classic resort setting
Heated pools in winter Closed in winter Yes (2 indoor pools)
Distance from downtown ~5-7 km (Amizmiz road) ~15 km (Ourika Valley)

Oasiria: strengths and limits

What I truly love about Oasiria is the atmosphere. You're not in a sterile amusement park: you wander among century-old olive trees, ponds and well-kept gardens. The wave pool is impressive — it's one of the rare places where you can simulate beach sensations right inland. The Black Hole (120m descent, 14m drop) and the Kamikaze remain references for thrill-seekers. And the free shuttle from Jemaa el Fna square is a real logistical advantage for visitors without a car.

The main limit: the park closes from November to late March approximately. If you're visiting in winter, Oasiria isn't an option. Also, 11 slides is a nice offering, but far from the roughly 58 of Aqua Fun Club for those who want to maximize the slides.

Aqua Fun Club: strengths and limits

On number of slides, there's no contest: around 58 slides is another league entirely. A single day probably won't be enough to try them all. The two heated indoor pools let you enjoy the park even on cloudy days or in low season. To simplify the family budget, the Full Day Pass with lunch included (850 DHS adult / 425 DHS child) means you don't have to pull out your card on site — but the park-only access at 300/200 DHS remains the cheaper option if you don't plan to have lunch there.

The main limit: the overall price is higher, and the location in the Ourika Valley means organizing your own transport (about 15 km from downtown, no free public shuttle for external visitors). The setting is that of a resort, less intimate than Oasiria's gardens.

Verdict by profile: who should go where?

Family with a controlled budget: Oasiria

Entry at 240-300 DHS adult / 160-200 DHS child with free entry for under 80 cm, the free shuttle from downtown, and the garden setting that lets parents relax while the kids play at Pirates Lagoon — all of that makes Oasiria the most rational choice for families traveling with a budget to watch. The 5 restaurants on site let you have lunch without leaving the park.

An all-in day without counting: Aqua Fun Club

If you want a day with no headaches — pay once, have access to around 58 slides, lunch included, without watching the kids' spending at the snack bar — the Aqua Fun Club Full Day Pass (850 DHS adult / 425 DHS child) is built for that. It's also the obvious choice if you're staying at the Pickalbatros hotel or visiting in December-January (the only open option of the two). If you don't plan to eat on site, the park-only access at 300 DHS / 200 DHS works out cheaper.

Car-free visitor staying in the medina: Oasiria

The free shuttle from Jemaa el Fna makes Oasiria accessible without a taxi or car rental. For Aqua Fun Club, you'll need to arrange round-trip transport — our concierge service can handle that.

Visiting in November/December/January/February/March: Aqua Fun Club only

Oasiria is closed. Aqua Fun Club stays open year-round with its heated pools. There's no debate for off-season stays.

My final advice

If I had to choose for a typical family in peak season (April-October), I'd choose Oasiria for the logistics, atmosphere, and value for money. If I want the maximum number of slides and budget isn't the top criterion, or if I'm visiting off-season, I'd take Aqua Fun Club. Both are truly worth the trip — they don't quite play in the same category.

For more details on each park: full Oasiria guide | full Aqua Fun Club guide. And if you want us to organize your day from A to Z (transport, tickets, meals), our water park concierge takes care of it.

Frequently asked questions

Oasiria or Aqua Fun Club: which one is bigger?

In number of slides, Pickalbatros Aqua Fun Club is well ahead with around 58 slides against around 17 for Oasiria. On the other hand, Oasiria has the largest wave pool in Africa according to its own official claim.

Which is cheaper between Oasiria and Aqua Fun Club?

Oasiria is cheaper on entry: 240-300 DHS adult / 160-200 DHS child (0.80-1.50 m), with free entry for under 80 cm. Pickalbatros Aqua Fun Club offers waterpark-only access at 300 DHS adult / 200 DHS child (no meals), or a Full Day Pass at 850 DHS / 425 DHS including buffet lunch. The total budget depends on the package chosen and what you consume on site.

Is Aqua Fun Club open in winter?

Yes, Pickalbatros Aqua Fun Club is open year-round. Oasiria closes from November to the end of March approximately — so it is closed in winter.

Is there a free shuttle for these parks?

Oasiria offers free shuttles from Jemaa el Fna (departures around 9:30am). Pickalbatros Aqua Fun Club does not offer a free public shuttle from downtown for non-hotel visitors.

Which is best for a family with young children?

Both parks have dedicated children's areas. Oasiria is more accessible (free shuttle, clear child rates, reassuring garden setting). Aqua Fun Club impresses with its volume of attractions but the all-in package represents a higher budget.

Should I book in advance for Oasiria or Aqua Fun Club?

In high season (July-August) and during Moroccan and French school holidays, it's recommended to book in advance or arrive early. Our concierge can handle this for you.