Waterpark Attraction Safety Information

Kalahari is committed to the safety of our guests.

We ask that you read and abide by all rules and procedures here and throughout our Waterpark. Have fun. Be Safe. 

  • Persons with infections, signs of illness or disease or with rashes, sores or bandages are prohibited
  • Patrons should shower before entering the pool area and after using toilet facilities.
  • Do not use the pool if you have had diarrhea within the last two weeks.
  • Don’t swallow or spit pool water.
  • Children require frequent bathroom breaks - check swim diapers often.
  • All diaper dependent guests are required to wear a swim diaper or a vinyl cover with elastic leg openings. Swim diapers are available in the retail outlets.
  • Diaper changing on the pool deck is prohibited.
  • Please wash children thoroughly (especially the rear end) with soap and water before swimming.
  • No diving.
  • No running, rough play, and/or deceptive play that simulates a person in danger.
  • Intentional hyperventilation or extended breath holding is dangerous and prohibited.
  • No glass or shatterable items in the waterpark.
  • Wristbands are required for entry.
  • All animals are prohibited from entry. EXCEPT SERVICE ANIMALS.
  • Children under the age of 16 should be supervised by a parent or guardian.
  • Proper swim attire required.
  • Read signs for all attractions and activities before participating.
  • Obey all life guard and slide attendant instructions.
  • No off-premises food or beverage allowed.
  • A U.S. Coast Guard approved flotation device is REQUIRED for all guests 48 in. (1,220 mm) or less and all non-swimmers.
  • All riders must comply with all applicable laws, heed all posted and oral rules and refrain from acting in a manner which may knowingly cause or contribute to the injury of themself or others or in a manner contrary to prohibited acts for riders under applicable law.

  • Life vests are required for all children under 48". At Kalahari Resorts, the safety and security of our guests is our number one priority. In our indoor and outdoor Waterparks, Kalahari is proud to meet, and in many cases, exceed state and federal guidelines for Waterpark safety. Although many children possess excellent swimming capabilities in standard pools, Kalahari Resorts requires all children under 48" to wear a life vest for added safety while enjoying our Waterparks. You are encouraged to bring your own life vest if it is well fitting and U.S. Coast Guard approved. Complimentary life vests are available in the Waterpark on a first come first served basis. 
  • For your safety, select rides have a 'weigh-in' before you get the play in! This means a quick weight check is required before sliding to ensure that everyone enjoys their time at the park!
  • Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • State law prohibits any food or beverage to be brought in from outside the Waterpark." to "You may not bring any food or beverage into the Waterpark."

 

Indoor Waterpark

  • MAXIMUM WEIGHT 700 LBS PER RAFT MAXIMUM WEIGHT 250 LBS PER RIDER
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider.
  • Footwear must be removed before riding.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additonal riders.
  • Only one tube to enter flume at a time. Never form chains.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  •  Remain seated facing forward and hold onto the handles at all times. Do not rock, stop or slow the tube throughout the ride. If you accidentally fall from the tube, continue down the flume.
  • Upon completion of the ride into the catch pool, please wait until the lifeguard has stopped and secured your raft before exiting the raft feet first.
  • Do not jump or dive from the raft.
  • Do not block the end of the slide. Exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running and horseplay are not permitted.

All Saftey Guidelines

  • Maximum weight is 250lbs per rider
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp object as it may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • One rider at a time on slides.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  • Lay head first in the prone position and hold onto the handles at all times. 
  • Do not block end of slide and exit quickly.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum height: 48" (unless accompanied by a child)
  • Maximum weight per rider is 200lbs
  • Adults are permitted only on double-wide slides accompanied by a child
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp object as it may damage the slide.
  • Footwear must be removed before riding.
  • One rider at a time on slides.
  • Do not change position in the slide.
  • Lay flat on your back with your arms crossed behind you, your hands clasped and hugging your ears and elbows pointing forward with your ankles crossed.
  • Do not block end of slide and exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard-approved lifejackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Saftey Guidelines

  • Maximum weight is 250 lbs per rider
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp objects, as they may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Footwear must be removed before riding.
  • One rider at a time on slides.
  • Do not change position in the slide.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  • Lay flat on your back with your arms crossed behind you, your hands clasped and hugging your ears and elbows pointing forward with your ankles crossed.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Warning - NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY.
  • SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • No jumping or diving

All Safety Guidelines

  • This is a very strenuous ride. Riders must be able to swim in turbulent moving water.
  • Bodyboarding this sheet wave is a body-active, participatory sport. As with all sports, care must be taken to avoid injury.
  • Riders must be in a good physical condition and free from any physical limitations to participate. Pregnant women and persons with a history of heart, back, neck, shoulder, or joint problems should not ride.
  • Riders must be at least 42 inches tall to participate in bodyboarding and 52 inches tall to surf.
  • Jewelry, hats, eyeglasses, or loose articles of any type are not recommended on the ride as they may injure the participant or damage the ride surface.
  • Bodyboarding: When instructed by the Gatekeeper, place your body board into the launch ramp, slick side down. Lie down with your stomach on the body board, head first, with your hips along the rear edge of the board. Your legs should be extended straight behind you. Your hands should grab the forward rails of the board.
  • Flowboarding: Orientation is required for any guest that plans on stand up surfing in addition to the existing FlowRider rules. Orientation lasts about 10 minutes and is available 3 times a day at 8:45 AM, 6:45 PM and Waterpark Closing. All who choose to flowboard must sign a waiver. Click Here to view waiver.
  • Avoid jumping into or entering the ride at high speeds – YOU WILL WIPE OUT!
  • Steer your body board into the center of the flowing water. You can control your body board by gently shifting your weight. Obey the wave staff at all times.
  • Single riding only is permitted. NO tandem riders or multiple riding is allowed.
  • The flowing water may pull off bathing suit tops, bottoms, and loose clothing. Cover-ups are suggested.
  • Horseplay and daredevil stunts are not permitted.
  • Riders must be barefoot.
  • CAUTION! The ride surface is very slippery.
  • NO TANDEM RIDERS!
  • GUESTS MAY NOT DROP IN FROM THE TOP WHEN RIDING.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Warning - NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY.
  • SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • No jumping or diving.
  • Please drink responsibly

All Safety Guidelines

  • Weight limit of 250lbs for single riders and 400lbs for two riders. The heaviest rider must sit in the back.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind. 
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets or any other sharp object as it may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Only one tube to enter flume at a time. Never form chains.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride. 
  • Remain seated facing forward and hold onto the handles at all times. Do not rock, stop, or slow the raft. If you accidentally fall from the raft, continue down the flume.
  • Do not block end of slide and exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • All riders must have a tube to ride.
  • Only Coast Guard-approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Masks, snorkels, and water toys are not permitted.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Masks, snorkels, and water toys are not permitted.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.
  • All basketballs must remain in the pool. No shooting from the pool deck is allowed. 
  • No dunking or hanging from the rim.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Weight limit of 250lbs for single riders and 400lbs for two riders. The heaviest rider must sit in the back.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind. 
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets or any other sharp object as it may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Only one tube to enter flume at a time. Never form chains.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  • Remain seated facing forward and hold onto the handles at all times. Do not rock, stop, or slow the raft. If you accidentally fall from the raft, continue down the flume.
  • Do not block end of slide and exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • All riders must have a tube to ride.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • CAUTION: This is an extreme ride. riders may encounter strong acceleration and deceleration forces from the front, rear and all sides during the course of the ride.
  • Maximum weight limit is 300lbs
  • Guests must ride one at a time. Chains or double riding is not permitted. 
  • Guests are not permitted to remain in the runout. Please exit the runout as quickly as possible.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Only guests wearing suitable swimming attire may ride the flume. Swimming attire with buckles, rivets, or any sharp objects that may damage the flume will not be permitted.
  • Footwear is not permitted to be worn on this ride.
  • Eyewear is not permitted to be worn on this ride.
  • For riders to safely experience Sahara Sidewinder, each rider should have the physical and cognitive abilities to remain in the supine position and control their limbs during the course of the ride. Once guests enter the “Drop Chute” start, they should lean back with their head and back against the flume, feet first, looking straight ahead, with their legs crossed at the ankles and their hands behind their head or neck with their fingers locked, arms hugging their ears and elbows pointing towards the front.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum weight is 300lbs per rider.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind. 
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp object as they may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • One rider at a time on slides.
  • Do not change position in the slide.
  • Lay flat on your back with your arms crossed behind you, your hands clasped and hugging your ears and elbows pointing forward with your ankles crossed.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Weight limit of 250lbs for single riders and 400lbs for two riders.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. Do not use buckles, rivets, or any other sharp objects, as they may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Only one tube to enter flume at a time. Never form chains.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  • Remain seated facing forward and hold onto the handles at all times. Do not rock, stop, or slow the raft. If you accidentally fall from the raft, continue down the flume.
  • Do not block end of slide and exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • All riders must have a tube to ride.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum weight per rider is 200lbs
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind. 
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp objects as they may damage the slide.
  • Footwear must be removed before riding.
  • One rider at a time on slides.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  • Lay flat on your back with your arms crossed behind you, your hands clasped and hugging your ears and elbows pointing forward with your ankles crossed.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum weight per raft is 700lbs
  • Maximum weight per rider is 250lbs
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind. 
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp object as it may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Only one tube to enter flume at a time. Never form chains.
  • Upon completion of the ride into the catch pool, please wait until the lifeguard has stoppedand secured your raft before exiting the raft feet first.
  • Do not jump or dive from the raft.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Weight limit of 250lbs for single riders and 400lbs for two riders. The heaviest rider must sit in the back.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets or any other sharp object as it may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Only one tube to enter flume at a time. Never form chains.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  • Remain seated facing forward and hold onto the handles at all times. Do not rock, stop, or slow the raft. If you accidentally fall from the raft, continue down the flume.
  • Do not block end of slide and exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • All riders must have a tube to ride.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum weight 250lbs
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind. 
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp objects as they may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Footwear must be removed before riding.
  • One rider at a time on slides.
  • Do not change position in the slide.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  • Lay flat on your back with your arms crossed behind you, your hands clasped and hugging your ears and elbows pointing forward with your ankles crossed.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum weight per raft is 700lbs
  • Maximum weight per rider is 250lbs
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind. 
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp object as it may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additional riders.
  • Only one tube to enter flume at a time. Never form chains.
  • Upon completion of the ride into the catch pool, please wait until the lifeguard has stopped and secured your raft before exiting the raft feet first.
  • Do not jump or dive from the raft.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.

All Safety Guidelines

  •  Maximum height: 48" (unless accompanied by a child)
  • Adults are permitted only on a doublewide slide accompanied by a child.
  • Maximum weight 200lbs.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp objects as they may damage the slide.
  • Footwear must be removed before riding.
  • One rider at a time. Riders may ride side by side. Lap riding is not permitted.
  • Lay flat on your back with your arms crossed behind you, your hands clasped and hugging your ears and elbows pointing forward with your ankles crossed.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted. • Masks, snorkels, and water toys are not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind.
  • Strenuous activity is required during wave action cycles. Prolonged exposure may result in fatigue. Exercise extreme caution in deep water.
  • Hand-held infants are only permitted in the shallow end. 
  • Waves operate in cycles. Alarm signals start of cycle.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Masks, snorkels, and water toys are not permitted.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved lifejackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum weight per raft is 700lbs
  • Maximum weight per rider is 250lbs
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp object as it may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additonal riders.
  • Only one tube to enter flume at a time. Never form chains. • Upon completion of the ride into the catch pool, please wait until the lifeguard has stopped and secured your raft before exiting the raft feet first.
  • Do not jump or dive from the raft.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum weight per rider is 300lbs.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind. 
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp object as they may damage the slide.
  • No line-jumping or holding spots for additonal riders.
  • One rider at a time on slides.
  • Do not change position in the slide.
  • Lay flat on your back with your arms crossed behind you, your hands clasped and hugging your ears and elbows pointing forward with your ankles crossed.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly

All Safety Guidelines

Summer Savanna Outdoor Waterpark

  • This attraction is a moderate thrill ride.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  •  Masks, snorkels, and water toys are not permitted.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath holding is not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Masks, snorkels, and water toys are not permitted.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.
  • All basketballs must remain in the pool. No shooting from the pool deck is allowed. 
  • No dunking or hanging from the rim.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum Height 54"
  • Adults permitted only on doublewide slide accompanied by a child.
  • Maximum weight 200lbs.
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp objects as they may damage the slide.
  • Footwear must be removed before riding.
  • One rider at a time. Riders may ride side by side. Lap riding is not permitted.
  • Proper Riding Posture: Lay feet first with hands behind your head OR sitting upright with your feet in front of you.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Masks, snorkels, and water toys are not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices

All Safety Guidelines

  • Warning - NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY.
  • SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • No jumping or diving.
  • Please drink responsibly.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Maximum Height 54"
  • Maximum weight per rider is 200lbs
  • Secure all loose items or leave them in a locker or with a non-rider. No jewelry, glasses, or footwear of any kind.
  • Proper swimming attire is required. No buckles, rivets, or any other sharp objects as they may damage the slide.
  • Footwear must be removed before riding.
  • One rider at a time on slides.
  • Wait for the attendant start signal before beginning the ride.
  • Lay flat on your back with your arms crossed behind you, your hands clasped and hugging your ears and elbows pointing forward with your ankles crossed.
  • Do not block end of slide. Exit quickly.
  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard-approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines

  • WARNING: NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY. SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • No jumping or diving.
  • Please drink responsibly.

All Safety Guidelines

  • Diving, jumping, running, and horseplay are not permitted.
  • Masks, snorkels, and water toys are not permitted.
  • Prolonged underwater swimming or breath-holding is not permitted.
  • Only Coast Guard approved life jackets are allowed as flotation devices.

All Safety Guidelines