Bali, October 2026 — Waterbom Bali has been named Asia’s Leading Waterpark 2026 at the World Travel Awards, marking the third consecutive year the park has received this recognition. The award was presented at the World Travel Awards Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026, held in Maldives on 27 September, which also coincided with World Tourism Day. Waterbom Bali’s Chief Operating Officer, David Garcia, accepted the award on behalf of the team.
This recognition reflects the people behind Waterbom Bali every day: the teams welcoming guests, keeping the park running, maintaining its facilities and working behind the scenes to create experiences worth coming back for. From the first welcome at the entrance to the final ride of the day, it is the collective effort across the park that helps make each visit memorable.
Waterbom Bali was also ranked third in the world in the Amusement & Water Parks category at the 2026 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards, based on traveller feedback, with more than 18,000 guest reviews and an average rating of 4.6 on TripAdvisor.
Beyond these recognitions, Waterbom Bali continues to expand and enhance its guest experience with new spaces designed for relaxation and family fun. The new Coco Gardens area, located just beyond Zuluu Hill, offers a leafy setting for children’s birthdays and group gatherings, with convenient access to the Kids’ Area and nearby slides. With lockers and other facilities close by, the space makes it easy for families and groups to enjoy a fun-filled day at the park.
These developments are part of Waterbom Bali’s ongoing efforts to improve its facilities, spaces and services while staying connected to the values that shape its approach. Rooted in Tri Hita Karana, the Balinese philosophy of harmony between people, nature and the divine, the park continues to consider how its operations can contribute positively to its guests, its people and the wider environment.
Earlier this year, Waterbom Bali reiterated its commitment to achieving net zero by 2033 and continued to report its progress through its annual sustainability report. The park operates using 100% renewable energy, with the latest report recording just 0.68% of waste sent to landfill and water consumption reduced to 193 litres per guest, exceeding its planned efficiency targets.
Its sustainability efforts also extend beyond the park through the Seed of Thought programme, which engages young people and schools across Bali to introduce students to sustainable practices and share environmental initiatives implemented at Waterbom Bali. Together, these efforts reflect the park’s continued commitment to putting the principles of Tri Hita Karana into practice through its daily operations, community engagement and environmental initiatives.
Following its third consecutive win as Asia’s Leading Waterpark, Waterbom Bali has now been nominated for the World’s Leading Water Park 2026 title at the World Travel Awards, bringing the park onto the global stage.
The nomination is a proud milestone for the Waterbom team and a reflection of the continued support of its guests, partners and wider community. As Waterbom takes this next step, those who have been part of the journey are welcome to show their support through the ongoing public vote.
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About Waterbom Bali
Beyond Waterbom Bali’s 28 world-class slides, built and maintained to strict international safety standards, lies a carefully landscaped sanctuary of gardens and water systems proudly representing the beauty of Bali.
The park spans just over 5 hectares and was designed to provide memorable experiences for a range of guests from thrill seekers looking to take on the park’s extreme slides; to families enjoying the expansive Kiddy Area or those simply wanting to relax on the Lazy River and escape the outside world. This boutique waterpark offers a range of premium quality food and drink options from 4 dining outlets, with all dishes made fresh daily,
from locally sourced ingredients. After sliding, indulge in a tropical cocktail in one of the 2 swim-up pool bars, or nestle into your own private gazebo with family and friends.
Recently voted as the Leading Waterpark in Asia in the World Travel Awards 2024, 2025 and 2026, and in 2025 ranked as #1 Waterpark in the World by TripAdvisor’s Travelers Choice Best of the Best awards, Waterbom provides the ultimate fun day out in Bali.
Waterbom take their environmental responsibilities seriously and endeavor to minimize any adverse environmental impact of their operations to the lowest practical levels, while nurturing, encouraging and developing an environmentally responsible culture amongst their team members and guests. The company is pioneering toward achieving Net Zero by 2033, an ambitious but achievable goal, and has a robust sustainability program built into every layer of operations since 2017. As a testament to their dedication, they were honored with the prestigious Grand Title Award for Sustainability and Social Responsibility at the 2023 Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards, as well as the PATA Gold Award in 2025 for Best Climate Action Initiative (Industry).