Benidorm: Terra Natura and Aqua Natura Combo Day Ticket

Two parks, one busy family day. This Benidorm combo pairs a wildlife park with a water park, giving you elephants, lions, birds of prey, slides, pools, and children’s play areas under one ticket. I like the clear mix of animals and water fun, and I like that you can use the ticket across one or two days instead of forcing everything into a rush.

The main drawback is that the water park can feel crowded in July and August, while lockers, loungers, and animal interactions cost extra. You should also check ride height and weight rules before promising the biggest slides to younger children.

Key points to know before you go

• Elephants and the bird of prey show are the big Terra Natura highlights, with more than 1,500 animals from about 200 species.
• Aqua Natura has over 1,000 metres of slides, with options for children, adults, and families.
• A one-day visit is possible, but two days give you more time and less pressure.
• Young children have plenty to do, including themed water areas, playgrounds, and optional school activities.
• Summer queues and extra costs matter, especially for sunbeds, lockers, food, and some animal activities.
• The parks are easy to reach by car, with bus and train connections from Benidorm also available.

What the $55 combo ticket really gives you

The advertised price is about $55 per person. That is not a cheap admission ticket, but it covers two separate attractions: Terra Natura Benidorm and Aqua Natura Benidorm. For a family planning a full day of entertainment, the price can make sense because you are not paying for two unrelated outings on different days.

The value is strongest if you use both parks. Terra Natura alone can fill roughly two hours for many families, especially if you stop for the bird show, read the animal information, and take your time around the aviary and reptile areas. Aqua Natura then gives children and teenagers several more hours of pool time and slides.

The ticket is valid for one or two days, depending on the option and availability. That flexibility matters. You can see the wildlife park in the morning and switch to the water park later, or spread the two across separate days if you want a slower pace.

Keep some money aside. Lockers, loungers, food, drinks, and animal interactions are not included in the basic ticket. Some food options and meal packages can be selected when booking, and selected packages include a meal plus two drinks. Otherwise, you pay as you go inside.

The booking offer also includes a €5 discount per person when booked through GetYourGuide, according to the supplied details. Check the final price carefully, since dates, package choices, and meal options can affect what you pay.

Starting at Terra Natura’s animal park

Terra Natura is the better place to start if you want to see the animals before the heat builds. The park includes elephants, lions, tigers, rhinoceroses, primates, reptiles, exotic birds, large herbivores, small mammals, and farm animals.

The elephant area is a major draw for families. You can also expect the aviary and reptile house to reward a slower visit, particularly if children enjoy spotting smaller creatures rather than only looking for the biggest animals.

The park’s advertised total is more than 1,500 animals across around 200 species. In practical terms, the experience is not just a long line of large enclosures. It includes educational talks, children’s workshops, a venomous-creatures exhibition, playgrounds, shops, restaurants, and optional guided visits or animal interactions.

The birds of prey demonstration earns special attention. It gives the animal park a clear event to plan around, rather than leaving you to wander without a schedule. Show times are important because one of the most common practical complaints is that information about demonstrations and activities is not always obvious when you arrive.

Ask for the day’s show times as soon as you enter. That small step can save you from missing the bird display or trying to cross the park at the wrong moment.

Animal interactions are not included. They are optional paid extras, so do not assume the combo ticket covers close-contact activities or special encounters.

How long Terra Natura takes

Many families can see the main animal areas in around two hours, but your timing will depend on stops and show schedules. If you have younger children, allow extra time for playgrounds and workshops. If you want to read the signs and attend demonstrations, the morning can pass quickly.

Terra Natura opens earlier and usually stays open later than Aqua Natura. The published schedule changes by date:

• From January through March 30, Terra Natura is open from 10:30 AM to 5 PM.
• In April, it runs from 10:30 AM to 6 PM.
• In May and June, weekday hours are 10 AM to 7 PM.
• From July 1 through September 7, hours are 10 AM to 8 PM.
• From September 8 to 21, it is open from 10 AM to 7 PM.
• From September 22 through November 2, hours are 10:30 AM to 6 PM.
• On November weekends through December 28, including December 8, it runs from 10:30 AM to 5 PM.

The listing includes an additional note that July weekend closing times can reach 8 PM. Check the exact date before setting your plan, since seasonal hours change.

Moving across to Aqua Natura

Aqua Natura is designed for a family day at the water. It has more than 1,000 metres of slides, with choices aimed at children, adults, and groups riding together.

The park is particularly well suited to families with children and preteens. The water areas include children’s sections, a themed pool, sunbed areas, entertainment, restaurants, and a shop selling summer items. There is also an educational sea lion demonstration.

You will find more than just slides. Pool dancing and foam-party entertainment have been offered on some days, and the atmosphere can become livelier during the main summer season. That may be a plus if your children want music and activity, but less so if you prefer a quiet pool afternoon.

The water is fresh water, which some families appreciate after a slide ride. On the other hand, several visits have found the pools cold, so do not assume the water will feel warm simply because Benidorm is hot.

The floor can also become slippery. Take care when walking between pools and slides, especially with small children.

Slides, height rules, and queue times

The slide selection covers several age groups, but the rules are not the same for every ride. One important warning is the 120-centimetre height requirement mentioned for some rides. Children who are shorter may be able to use the children’s areas, but not every slide.

Some larger attractions also have minimum weight rules. A child who weighs close to the limit may be turned away, so check the signs and ask an attendant before queuing. It is better to clarify the rule early than to build a child’s whole afternoon around one ride.

Summer queues can be long. July and August are the busiest periods, and a full water park can reduce the number of slides you manage in a day. Arriving early gives you more choice and more time before the main crowds gather.

In quieter periods, the park may feel much easier to manage. An April visit, for example, can offer a calmer day for families, although not every major slide may be operating outside the busiest season. That is a fair trade: less waiting, but possibly fewer attractions running.

Slide supervision has also drawn criticism. One reported incident involved a rider being sent before the person ahead had fully reached the bottom. Keep your own distance and speak up if you feel the dispatch is too fast, particularly when children are using the rides.

Sunbeds, lockers, food, and the costs inside

Aqua Natura has designated sunbed areas, but loungers are not included in the combo price. Past charges recorded in the supplied information range from €4 per sunbed to €5, with one report of an €8 additional charge for access to a seating area. Prices may vary by date or area, so ask at the entrance before choosing where to settle.

Sunbeds can be useful because there may not be enough free places to sit during a busy summer day. If you are bringing children, a reserved place gives you a base for towels, drinks, and bags. For a short visit, though, the extra fee may feel unnecessary.

Lockers are also extra. I would consider one if you are carrying phones, wallets, keys, or other items you do not want beside the pool. Do not leave valuable items loose while you are on the slides.

Restaurants are available in both parks. The food has been described as decent and reasonably priced by some families, although the menus are not extensive. Drinks can be expensive, especially in hot weather, so budget for them before arriving. Terra Natura can involve a fair amount of walking in the sun, making fluids particularly important.

The meal option, if selected, includes a meal and two drinks. That can improve the value for a family that plans to eat inside, but compare the package price with your actual needs before choosing it.

One day or two days?

You can complete both parks in one day, and many families do. A practical one-day plan is to enter Terra Natura in the morning, see the main animal areas and bird show, eat lunch, then spend the afternoon at Aqua Natura.

This works best if you arrive early, keep moving, and accept that you will not do every activity. It is a good plan for a family that wants variety without using two holiday days.

A two-day ticket is better if your children want repeated slide rides or if you prefer to take your time around the wildlife park. It also helps if you are visiting during the longer summer opening hours and want to avoid turning the day into a race between attractions.

The two parks are close together, so you do not need a long transfer between them. Still, changing from dry clothes and walking through the park takes time. Build in a proper lunch and changing break rather than assuming you can switch instantly.

Getting to Foia del Verdader

The meeting point is Terra Natura and Aqua Natura Park at Foia del Verdader, 1, Benidorm. The site is beside Terra Mitica in Alicante province, about one minute from the AP-7 motorway and close to the N-332.

By car, use AP-7 exit 65 when coming from Valencia, or exit 65A when approaching from Alicante. The park access is signposted.

From Benidorm, bus routes 21 and 22 serve the area. You can also take the train to Terra Natura-Terra Mitica Station, then continue by bus to the park.

Allow extra time if you rely on public transport. One past account describes missed buses and an expensive taxi ride back, so I would check the return service before entering the parks. This is especially important if you are visiting near closing time.

The attraction is wheelchair accessible, which is useful for families with different mobility needs. The combination of walking paths, pools, slides, and changing areas still means you should confirm which individual facilities suit your needs on arrival.

Who will enjoy this combination most?

This ticket suits families who want a full day with several kinds of activity. Children can move between animals, play areas, shallow water features, and slides instead of spending the whole day on one type of attraction.

It also works well for mixed-age groups. Younger children have dedicated water areas and school-style activities, while older children and teenagers can focus on the larger slides. Adults may find the slide selection more appealing when visiting with children than when seeking a serious thrill-ride park.

The optional Mermaids and Tritons School and Fairies and Elves School activities are aimed at children, but they are not included. Check the age and booking details before counting on them as part of your plan.

You may want a different outing if your main goal is a quiet animal park, a large collection of intense adult slides, or a low-cost day with no add-on charges. Terra Natura has many family features, but Aqua Natura appears most suited to children, preteens, and families rather than dedicated thrill seekers.

Final verdict: book it or skip it?

I would book the combo if you want variety and have children in the roughly 8 to 10 age range, or teenagers who enjoy water rides. The elephants, aviary, reptile areas, and birds of prey show give Terra Natura real substance, while Aqua Natura adds the active second half of the day.

The strongest value comes from using both admissions fully. Arrive early, get the show schedule, check the height rules, and decide in advance if you need a locker or lounger. In high summer, expect queues and extra spending.

Choose the two-day option if your family dislikes rushing. Choose one day if you are happy with a packed schedule and want to fit both parks into a single Benidorm outing. With a reported overall rating of 4.4 from 323 ratings, this is a well-liked family attraction, but your satisfaction will depend on accepting the seasonal crowds, cold water possibility, and paid extras.

FAQ

How much does the Terra Natura and Aqua Natura combo ticket cost?

The listed price is $55 per person. Meal packages and other options may change the final cost, and a €5 discount per person is available when booking with GetYourGuide according to the supplied details.

Can I visit both parks in one day?

Yes. The ticket can be valid for one or two days, depending on the option and availability. Families can visit Terra Natura in the morning and Aqua Natura after lunch, though two days allow a slower pace.

What animals can I see at Terra Natura?

Terra Natura includes more than 1,500 animals from about 200 species, including elephants, lions, tigers, rhinoceroses, primates, reptiles, exotic birds, large herbivores, small mammals, and farm animals.

Are lockers and sunbeds included?

No. Lockers and sunbeds are not included in the admission ticket. Sunbed prices reported in the supplied information range from €4 to €8, depending on the area or date.

Are children allowed on every water slide?

No. Some rides have height requirements, including a reported 120-centimetre minimum for certain attractions. Some larger rides also have minimum weight rules, so check each ride before joining the queue.

How do I get to Terra Natura and Aqua Natura?

The parks are at Foia del Verdader, 1, Benidorm, near the AP-7 and N-332. By car, use AP-7 exit 65 from Valencia or exit 65A from Alicante. You can also take bus routes 21 or 22 from Benidorm, or travel by train to Terra Natura-Terra Mitica Station and continue by bus.