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Calypso Park

Coordinates: 45°19′N 75°13′W / 45.317°N 75.217°W / 45.317; -75.217
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Calypso Theme Waterpark is Canada's largest theme waterpark located in Limoges, Ontario, Canada, about 35 kilometres (22 mi)* east of Ottawa. The park opened its doors to the public on June 7, 2010. http://www.calypsoparc.com/files/8613/0509/0421/Canadas_largest_theme_waterpark_gearing_up_for_big_splash_grand_opening_.pdf

A 100-acre facility, Calypso Theme Waterpark represents a total investment of around C$65 million and stands out among its competitors through its sheer size and the number of its state-of-the-art attractions.

In 2015, Calypso Theme Waterpark welcomed its 2 millionth visitor.

Details

Calypso Theme Waterpark, a flagship Eastern Ontario Canada tourist destination, offers water attractions and adventures for all ages - from toddlers to extreme thrill seekers. The park features over 35 heated waterslides, 100 water games, Canada's largest wave pool (the equivalent of 3 official NHL hockey rinks),[1] 2 theme rivers and one of North America's tallest waterslide towers - the Summit Tower - which opened in June 2011 and includes some of the fastest waterslides ever built.

Operating from June until September, Calypso Theme Waterpark employs over 600 seasonal employees including 125 certified lifeguards and 50 certified slide attendants. The park can accommodate 12,000 visitors per day and on average the park receives 400,000 visitors each season.

Calypso Theme Waterpark also includes a VIP area with 23 private cabanas and 10 deluxe private suites, a variety of food outlets and shops, picnic areas, three African-themed restaurants and visitor service areas with lockers, change rooms and showers.

Attractions

  • Adrenaline
  • Blackhole
  • Boomerang
  • Calypso Palace
  • Canyon Rafting
  • Fast Track
  • Jungle Challenge
  • Jungle Run
  • Kongo Expedition
  • Pirate's Aquaplay
  • Summit Tower
  • Turbo Lab
  • Turbulence
  • Vertigo
  • Zoo Lagoon
  • Zoomerang

Awards

References

  1. ^ David Gonczol (2010-04-06) Nearly ready for summertime fun, Ottawa Citizen
  • "The largest aquatic amusement park in Canada will be called Calypso Park".

45°19′N 75°13′W / 45.317°N 75.217°W / 45.317; -75.217

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