Discover Mountain-Rafting
Our tips:
- You will get wet
- Stow your belongings
- Go on a warm afternoon
Mountain-Rafting
Mountain-Rafting is the rapids ride at Heide Park Resort, in Exploria. The park calls it one of the largest of its kind in Germany. The ride opened in 1992 and was built by Intamin.
The concept
After a dusty ride through the Wild West, it's time to cool off. You climb into a round boat with your group and let yourself be carried along a raging river. Modern pumps set 5.2 million litres of water in motion, creating some hefty waves.
The Experience
Over a length of 580 metres you pass waterfalls, rapids and whirlpools. Because the boat spins around, everyone ends up on the wet side at some point. A ride lasts about six minutes and you'll usually get off at least a little wet.
Discover Mountain-Rafting
You will get wet
In a round boat you never know who'll catch the wave. Bring a poncho or dry clothes on warm days.
Stow your belongings
Put bags and phones in the middle of the boat or leave them behind. Water gets everywhere.
Go on a warm afternoon
On warm days, Mountain-Rafting is the perfect way to cool off. Early in the day the queue is often shorter.
Visitor information
You must be at least 1.10 metres tall, with a maximum height of 1.95 metres. Children under 8 must ride with an adult. Mountain-Rafting is not suitable for visitors with a disability; the standard ride is also not possible for blind guests. Have your child measured at the first ride. You'll then get a wristband with their confirmed height, so it doesn't need to be checked again everywhere.
Even more water
Can't get enough? Nearby is the Wildwasserbahn, with logs and a steep drop. Afterwards you can dry off at the Biergarten Rafting, which serves savoury snacks.
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