Did you know that São Paulo is home to the most-visited water park on the American continent? With over 2 million visitors a year, Thermas dos Laranjais in Olímpia has become a must-visit destination for anyone looking to escape the cold in its heated pools and enjoy a bit of adrenaline on the water slides!
This famous water park in São Paulo is located in the Olímpia Tourist Resort, a city in the countryside already known for being a great travel option for winter vacations. It combines a mild climate with warm waters and various lodging options all in one place.
While many destinations see their visitor numbers affected by low temperatures, Olímpia has managed to work around the situation. In fact, the region is known for its extremely low rainfall in the winter. In other words: guaranteed fun with no interruptions!
What can you expect from a visit to Thermas dos Laranjais?
Opened in the 1980s, Thermas dos Laranjais is the largest water park in Latin America, covering an area of 300,000 square meters. Over the years, the park has upgraded its facilities, adopted sustainability initiatives, and even joined the UN Global Compact.
Currently, Olímpia’s main water park features more than 60 attractions. Among them are water slide complexes, a water roller coaster, artificial beaches with waves, a surf pool, and a resurgence pool, as well as children’s areas and a mini-zoo.
Most of the attractions at this destination—one of the best hot spring destinations in São Paulo—feature circulating hot water distributed across various themed areas. The natural heating comes from wells that draw water directly from the Guarani Aquifer, with temperatures reaching 38 °C.
In addition, throughout the entire facility, visitors can enjoy restaurants and snack bars, totaling more than 30 dining options. The facility also includes medical services, locker rooms, rest areas, a kids’ area, and shops.
Make plans to visit!
Thermas dos Laranjais is open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On special dates, such as Christmas and New Year’s, the park usually operates on a reduced schedule, generally from noon to 5 p.m.
Ticket prices vary depending on the month, season, and any promotions, starting at R$ 95.50 for half-price admission and R$ 189.00 for full-price admission. It’s worth noting that children up to 1 year old get in free, and children ages 1 to 6 pay starting at R$ 30.00.
