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UAE’s Ice Land Water Park permanently closed

September 9, 2018

Attractions / Tourism / Waterparks /

The Government of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah has announced the permanent closure of the Ice Land Water Park.

The Dh100 million (US$27 million) attraction, which opened in 2010, had been an integral part of the Ras al Khaimah Government’s plan intended to transform the emirate into a tourist destination.

However, the RAK Government said it closed the park as part of its vision to provide new types of tourism facilities for the Emirate.

A Government statement advised “his Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has set a clear vision to enhance the emirate’s competitiveness on an international scale and cement its status as a prime global destination.

“The RAK government has been persistent in its efforts to boost development across vital sectors, as well as to set and implement clear directions for the future of the emirate and, with that in mind, has moved forward with foreclosing Ice Land Water Park for the time being.”

The closure of the waterpark has seen more than 200 mainly expatriate workers made redundant. Primarily from Bangladesh, the Philippines, India, Nepal and Sri Lanka, the workers now have to find new employers to sponsor their visas to allow them to stay in the country.

The 50 hectare park featured 37 slides and was managed by Polo RAK Amusements, a joint venture between Polo Amusement Park, RAK Investment Authority and RAK Properties.

29th December 2017 - Troon International to manage Ras Al Khaimah golf course

6th December 2017 - Mega events predicted to attract massive UAE tourism revenue by 2020

1st September 2017 - World’s longest zip line to reach speeds of 100 kilometres per hour

16th November 2016 - New adventure tours to explore rugged Ras Al Khaimah mountain range

8th March 2016 - Oman backs waterpark investments as part of future tourism strategy

23rd June 2015 - UAE leisure sector to attract 45 million visitors by 2021

12th October 2011 - Ice Land Water Park celebrates anniversary: announces developments

4th March 2010 - April Opening for Emirates Ice Land Waterpark

29th October 2009 - Judge rules Ras al-Khaimah cannot host America’s Cup

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