Perth Aqua Park in Baldivis is an adrenaline-packed water Playground that’s perfect for families with older kids who love a challenge. Set on a large, man‑made lake at Perth Wake Park, the inflatable aqua park features more than 100 interconnected obstacles to climb, slide, jump and scramble over. It’s suitable for ages 6 and over, but children aged 6 to 9 must be accompanied on the park by a paying adult, with up to four children per adult. The water is deep, so it’s important that everyone is confident in the water and able to swim.
On arrival you’ll need to complete a waiver and be fitted with a buoyancy vest, so it’s worth getting there 20 to 30 minutes before your booked session time. The lifejackets are properly fitted by staff to make sure they’re snug and secure, and there’s a safety briefing before anyone is allowed onto the course. Once that’s done, it’s a short walk down the ramp to the lake, and then it’s straight into 50 minutes of full‑on fun.
The biggest decision is where to start. Our kids headed straight down the middle of the park, making a beeline for one of the trampolines before tackling a tall rope‑climbing wall that finishes with two giant slides back into the water. For those of us who are a bit less coordinated (and more likely to fall in!), there are handle‑style climbing walls on some features, which make it easier to pull yourself back up if you don’t quite nail the more athletic entries.
Working around the right‑hand side of the park, you’ll find another big slide and plenty of wobbly, slippery obstacles to test your balance. We spent a lot of time laughing as we slipped, slid, and occasionally crawled on hands and knees to stay upright. Falling in is half the fun, and with ramps and handles positioned around the park, it’s easy to climb back out and have another go.
A consistent favourite with the kids is “The Blob” – a huge inflatable pillow where one person sits at the far end while another jumps on behind to launch them into the air and into the lake. There is a bit of technique involved to get the best launch, but the lifeguards at the top are fantastic at explaining what to do, and it didn’t take long before the kids were getting some impressive airtime. Our older three spent a big chunk of their session there, taking turns launching each other and shrieking with laughter.
Safety is clearly a priority at Perth Aqua Park. Lifeguards are stationed both around the course and on the shore, keeping a close eye on each session. We found them to be proactive, encouraging and great with kids, stepping in to help when someone got stuck and reminding everyone of the rules when needed. The buoyancy vests are compulsory for all participants and give extra peace of mind in the deeper water. The lake itself is clay‑lined and regularly tested by the City of Rockingham; the water felt clean, cool and very refreshing on a hot day.
Facilities on shore make it easy to turn your visit into a full outing. There’s a café on site with a good selection of hot and cold snacks, drinks and ice creams, as well as shaded seating areas with tables, chairs and grassed spots to relax between or after sessions. There’s also a larger café at Perth Wake Park next door if you’re after something more substantial. You’ll find changerooms near the café and a rinse‑off shower by the lake, which is handy for washing off before you head home.
Sessions start on the hour and run for 50 minutes, and the park is extremely popular in the warmer months, especially on weekends and during school holidays. Online bookings are strongly recommended to avoid missing out, and you can complete your waiver online at the same time to speed things up when you arrive. Prices and session times can change, so it’s best to check the Perth Aqua Park website before you go.
Overall, Perth Aqua Park is a brilliant day out for families with tweens, teens and confident younger swimmers who are ready for a bit of adventure. Fifty minutes on the course was more than enough for us adults to feel thoroughly worn out, but the kids would happily have gone back for another round – particularly on “The Blob”! If you’re looking for an exciting, high‑energy water activity near Perth, this Baldivis favourite is well worth adding to your list.
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Perth Aqua Park
Address: 278 St Albans Road, Baldivis WA 6171
Opening hours: Currently open every day, 9:30am – 5:00pm. Seasonal session times apply across the 2025/26 season, including selected weekends and holiday periods. Closed Christmas Day; open most public holidays with adjusted hours. Check the website for the latest timetable and session availability.
Website: https://perthaquapark.com.au/
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Jacqui is a busy mum to 4 kids who is currently working at Armadale Fitness & Aquatic Centre managing the aquatic programs.
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How much does it cost for a session at the perth aqua park? I can’t find prices on the website????
Its popular but at $25 for 50 mins and a need to book or $40 for 2 sessions, may as well pay $55 at Adventure World for all day and all those rides and pools. Value wise cant compare.