Benidorm: Terra Natura and Aqua Natura Combo Day Ticket

The best thing about this Benidorm combo ticket is the change of pace. You can spend the morning with elephants, lions, reptiles, and birds of prey, then walk over to a water park with slides and pools. I like the strong mix of ages: young children have splash areas and workshops, while older children and adults get slides and live entertainment. I also like that the wildlife park can be covered in about two hours, leaving plenty of time for water fun.

The main catch is that extras add up. Lockers, loungers, food, animal interactions, and some children’s activities cost more. In July and August, queues can be long, and water can feel cold, so this is best planned around the weather and the opening hours.

Key points before you book

• Two parks in one ticket: Visit Terra Natura and Aqua Natura on the same day, or use the ticket across two days when that option is available.
• More than 1,500 animals: Look for elephants, rhinos, lions, tigers, primates, reptiles, exotic birds, farm animals, and smaller mammals.
• Over 1,000 metres of slides: Aqua Natura has slides for children, adults, and families, plus pools and themed water areas.
• Birds of prey and sea lions: Demonstrations add structure to the day and are worth fitting into your plan.
• Family-focused facilities: Children’s play areas, splash features, workshops, restaurants, shops, and sunbeds make this an easy full-day outing.
• Bring extra money: Lockers, loungers, food, drinks, animal interactions, and special children’s activities are not all part of the basic ticket.

A wildlife park with an easy family rhythm

Terra Natura is more than a quick collection of animal enclosures. It gives you several kinds of stops, from large animals and birds to reptiles, farm species, and educational activities. The most memorable animals are likely to be the elephants, rhinos, lions, and tigers, but the smaller exhibits can be just as useful when the heat is strong and you need a shaded pause.

The park includes a Venomous Creatures exhibition, an aviary, a reptile area, and a birds of prey demonstration. These make the animal visit feel more varied than simply walking from one large enclosure to the next. The bird show is a particularly good use of time because it gives you a scheduled event to build the morning around.

You can also pay for guided visits or animal interactions, but these are not included in the standard admission. If you are content to see the animals and attend the public demonstrations, the basic ticket gives you plenty to do. If your child has a strong interest in animals, check the cost and availability of any extra activity before you arrive.

The park has restaurants, shops, a children’s workshop area, and a multi-adventure playground. That matters because younger children may tire before older family members have finished looking around. A playground break can save the day from turning into a long march between enclosures.

How long Terra Natura takes

A sensible visit to Terra Natura takes around two hours if you keep moving and attend one show. You can spend longer if you stop for talks, food, the playground, or a closer look at the reptile and bird areas.

The park can be very hot, particularly in summer. Carry fluids if possible, since drinks inside the park can be expensive. Comfortable shoes help, and a morning start is sensible during the hottest months.

I would begin with Terra Natura rather than Aqua Natura for one practical reason: the wildlife park is easier to enjoy before you are tired, wet, and thinking about slides. The animal visit also gives you a natural break from the noise and activity of the water park.

The birds of prey show and other scheduled moments

The birds of prey demonstration is one of the strongest parts of the wildlife park. It gives you a closer look at the birds and breaks up the walking. Check show times as soon as you enter, since the main complaint with a park of this size is often not knowing when demonstrations take place.

Terra Natura also offers educational talks and children’s workshops. These can give the visit more purpose than simply taking photographs. The information at the aviary and reptile house is useful for families who want their children to learn something along the way.

The park’s animal interactions are separate purchases. You should not assume that the standard ticket includes touching or feeding animals. The same applies to the extra children’s activities offered at Aqua Natura, including the Mermaids and Tritons School and the Fairies and Elves School.

Aqua Natura, from splash zones to serious slides

Aqua Natura is aimed mainly at families, but it is not limited to toddlers. The park has more than 1,000 metres of water slides, with options for children, adults, and families. The exact appeal depends on age and height, so check the ride rules before promising a particular slide to a child.

One important detail is the 120-centimetre height requirement reported for some rides. This can affect children who are tall enough for the general water park but not tall enough for every slide. Some larger rides may also have weight restrictions. Ask staff early, rather than reaching the front of a queue and finding out that your child cannot ride.

The water park includes children’s areas, a themed pool, sunbed areas, restaurants, entertainment, and a shop selling summer items. Pool dancing and foam-party style entertainment may be scheduled on some days. These activities add energy for children and teenagers, though adults looking for a quiet pool day may find the atmosphere lively.

The water is fresh water, not seawater. That feels pleasant after a slide, but it can also feel cold, especially outside the hottest part of summer. Swimming-pool floors can be slippery, so walk carefully around the entrances and pool edges.

Queues, loungers, and the cost of cooling off

The ticket price is about $55 per person, with a $5 per-person discount available when booking through GetYourGuide. For a family that uses both parks, this can be good value because you are paying for two full attractions rather than one short activity.

The value is strongest when you spend several hours at each park. If you only use Terra Natura and skip the water park, the combination ticket loses much of its advantage. Some people find one day enough to see both, while a two-day option is useful if you want a slower schedule, extra shows, or more time on the slides.

Plan for the following possible add-ons:

• Lockers are not included.
• Sunbeds cost extra, with prices reported around €4 to €8 depending on the arrangement and date.
• Food and drinks are separate unless you select an option that includes a meal and two drinks.
• Animal interactions are extra.
• The Mermaids and Tritons School and Fairies and Elves School are extra.

Loungers can be limited on busy days. If sitting by the pool matters to you, arrive early rather than assuming the admission fee includes a reserved place. The park has restaurants, but menus are described as fairly small. A picnic may be worth considering if park rules allow it, though you should check current policy before packing food.

One day or two days?

You can cover both parks in one day, especially in the quieter months. A practical one-day plan is Terra Natura in the morning, a lunch break, and Aqua Natura in the afternoon.

This approach works well if you are happy to see the main animal areas, watch one demonstration, and choose a few water rides. It is less comfortable in July and August, when queues can eat into your time and the heat slows down the walk through Terra Natura.

A two-day ticket gives you more breathing room. You could visit the wildlife park on day one and return for a longer water-park session on day two. This makes more sense for families with small children, anyone who wants several visits to the pools, or people who dislike rushing between two major attractions.

The ticket is valid for one or two days, depending on the option and availability. Check the selected dates and starting times before booking, since opening periods change through the year.

Getting to Terra Natura and Aqua Natura

The parks are at Foia del Verdader, 1, in Benidorm, close to Terra Mitica. By car, they are about one minute from the AP-7 motorway and the N-332, with clear signs to the entrance.

From Valencia, use AP-7 exit 65. From Alicante, use exit 65A. You can also approach on the N-332. This makes the attraction fairly simple to reach by car, particularly if your accommodation is outside central Benidorm.

Without a car, bus routes 21 and 22 run from Benidorm. You can also take the train to Terra Natura-Terra Mitica Station and continue by bus. Public transport requires more planning than driving. Check the return service before you enter, since missing a bus can leave you waiting or force you to arrange a taxi.

The site is wheelchair accessible. The separate parks and the amount of walking still make it sensible to check the current route and facilities if you have specific mobility needs.

Opening hours change with the season

Opening times are not fixed all year, so do not rely on a generic timetable. Aqua Natura generally opens later than Terra Natura and closes earlier outside the summer season.

Aqua Natura opens from 11:00 to 17:30 in early spring and again in late September and October. In May and June, weekday hours run from 11:00 to 18:30. From July 1 to September 7, the water park opens from 10:30 to 19:30, with some July weekend arrangements extending later.

Terra Natura opens from 10:30 to 17:00 from January through March. It generally stays open later in April, May, June, and the main summer period. From July 1 to September 7, listed hours run from 10:00 to 20:00.

Use the wildlife park’s longer opening period to your advantage. If you arrive late, you may have less time for Aqua Natura, especially outside July and August. The parks can also reduce operating hours for individual attractions at quieter times of year.

Who will enjoy this most?

This is a strong choice for families with children between roughly primary-school age and the early teen years. The animal collection gives younger children plenty to see, while the slides, foam activities, and pool entertainment keep older children busy.

It also works for a mixed-age group. Grandparents or adults can enjoy the wildlife park and bird demonstration without needing to use every slide. Teenagers may find the water park a little limited after several rides if they want extreme thrills, but the larger slides and entertainment still provide a useful afternoon.

I would be more cautious if your main goal is a serious thrill-ride park. Aqua Natura is family-oriented, with many children’s features and moderate water attractions. It is also not ideal for someone who dislikes queues, cold water, or paying extra for a lounger and locker.

My practical plan for the day

Arrive close to opening time, especially in July and August. Start at Terra Natura, note the demonstration times, and take fluids with you.

Allow around two hours for the wildlife park, then stop for lunch before changing into water-park mode. If you want a lounger, arrange it early. Keep your valuables in a locker rather than leaving them beside the pool.

At Aqua Natura, check the height and weight rules before joining a slide queue. Begin with rides suitable for everyone in your group, then split up if older children want larger slides. Keep an eye on younger children around slippery pool entrances.

If you are visiting in spring or autumn, pack a light layer for the shaded areas and expect the water to feel cool. In summer, hats, sunscreen, and regular drinks matter more than squeezing in one extra ride.

Should you book Terra Natura and Aqua Natura?

Book it if you want a full family day with two very different activities and you are likely to use both parks. The elephants, birds of prey demonstration, reptile areas, children’s facilities, and water slides make the ticket more varied than a standard zoo or water-park visit.

Choose the one-day option if you prefer a busy schedule and mainly want the highlights. Choose two days if you have small children, want repeated pool time, or are visiting during the busiest summer weeks.

Skip the combo if you only want high-speed slides, dislike extra charges, or will not have enough time for both parks. For most families staying in Benidorm, though, the $55 price can work well, especially with the $5 booking discount and a meal option that helps control food costs.

FAQ

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

The listed price is $55 per person. A $5 discount per person is available when booking with GetYourGuide.

Can I visit both parks in one day?

Yes. Many people can see Terra Natura in about two hours and then spend the rest of the day at Aqua Natura. A two-day option is also available, subject to the selected availability.

What animals can I see at Terra Natura?

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

Are meals included?

A meal and two drinks are included only if you select the option that includes them. Otherwise, food and drinks are separate purchases.

Are lockers and sunbeds included?

No. Lockers are not included. Sunbeds also cost extra, with prices varying by date and arrangement.

Are there height restrictions on the water slides?

Yes. Some rides require children to be at least 120 centimetres tall. Other slides may have additional weight limits, so check the rules before queuing.

How can I get to the parks without a car?

You can take bus routes 21 or 22 from Benidorm. Another option is the train to Terra Natura-Terra Mitica Station, followed by a bus to the park.