--- title: Big Kahunas Water Park slug: big-kahunas-water-and-adventure-park-destin type: attraction sub_type: water parks source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/big-kahunas-water-and-adventure-park-destin city: Destin state: FL country: US address: 1007 US Highway 98 East geo: lat: 30.39034 lng: -86.4719 cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:09:28.972Z price_from: amount: 59.99 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 30 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Big Kahunas Water Park Admission price: 56.66 regular_price: 64.99 savings: 8.33 ticket_types: - name: All Ages (3+ yrs) min_age: 3 --- ## Overview Big Kahuna's Water Park in Destin, Florida, offers over 40 water attractions including thrilling slides, a lazy river, wave pools, and kid-friendly zones, providing fun for all ages near the Emerald Coast beaches. ## What's Included - All-day general admission with unlimited access to all water park attractions - Complimentary tubes and life jackets available throughout the park ## What's Not Included - Outside food, beverage, or glass are not allowed inside the park - Locker rentals available for a fee - On-site parking available for a fee ## Ticket Options - **Big Kahunas Water Park Admission** — $56.66 (regularly $64.99, save $8.33) Big Kahuna's Water Park tickets include unlimited, all-day access to more than 40 attractions. From high-speed slides to a relaxing lazy river and a massive 12,000-square-foot wave pool, there is something for every pace. Tubes and life jackets included. - All Ages (3+ yrs) ## Good to Know * Largest waterpark on the Emerald Coast, featuring 40+ water attractions * 20+ themed summer events, including pirates, mermaids, foam parties, and more * Family-friendly and fun for all ages. Children ages 2 and under receive free admission * Conveniently located near Destin's famous beaches and HarborWalk Village * Complimentary tubes and life jackets available throughout the park * Same-day re-entry permitted with valid handstamp * Proper swimwear required on all rides and attractions * No outside food, beverage, or glass allowed inside the park * Locker rentals available on a first-come, first-served basis * Select attractions have height and/or weight restrictions * On-site parking available (fee applies) * Height requirements vary by ride: at least 42" for Raging Rhino River, Thunder River, Kowabunga Racer; 44" for Tiki River Run; 48" for Jumanji, Maui Pipeline Speed Slides, Honolulu Half Pipe * Children under age 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult; minors under 18 strongly recommended to have adult supervision * Limited accessibility accommodations available; some attractions offer zero-depth entry or transfer lifts * Bring towel and sunscreen; essentials also available at the Tiki Gift Shop * Bottles/containers for infants must be plastic * Swim diapers required for children wearing diapers; available in gift shop * Only Coast Guard approved flotation devices permitted; no inflatables or swimwear with attached floats * Proper swimwear required; no street clothes or swimwear with buckles, belts, metal, or cut-off jeans * No masks, snorkels, or swim fins allowed for guest safety * Lockers available for rent at kiosks by changing rooms and Bombs Away Bay * Cameras allowed but may get wet; no cameras or video devices on rides * Outside food and drinks prohibited; multiple dining options available inside * Pets not allowed except trained service animals, which must remain under control and cannot ride or enter water attractions ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where is Big Kahuna's Water Park located? Big Kahuna’s Water & Adventure Park is located at 1007 US Highway 98 East in Destin, Florida, right along the Emerald Coast and just minutes from many popular beaches and hotels. ### What is included in my Big Kahuna's Water Park ticket? Big Kahuna's Water Park admission includes all-day general admission with unlimited access to all water park attractions. You'll also have access to complimentary tubes and life jackets throughout the park. ### Is parking available? Yes, a large onsite parking lot and drop-off area is located near the entrance. Rates are $7 Monday–Thursday (excluding holidays) and $10 Friday–Sunday and holidays. VIP parking is available for $20. ### Are there any height or weight restrictions? Yes, height requirements are enforced for guest safety and vary by ride. Guests must be at least 42 inches tall to ride Raging Rhino River, Thunder River, and Kowabunga Racer, 44 inches tall for Tiki River Run, and 48 inches tall for Jumanji, Maui Pipeline Speed Slides, and Honolulu Half Pipe. Height requirement signage is posted throughout the park to help you plan your day. ### Is Big Kahuna's Water Park appropriate for children? Yes, Big Kahuna's is designed for all ages, with kid-friendly areas and attractions throughout the park. Children ages 2 and under get in free. Please note that children under age 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. It is strongly recommend that minors (under age 18) be accompanied by an adult. ### Is Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park wheelchair accessible? Big Kahuna’s Water & Adventure Park offers limited accessibility accommodations, including zero-depth entry at select attractions like Crocodile Flats, Buccaneer Cove, and Bombs Away Bay, as well as transfer lift access at certain rides such as Humunga River. Guests are welcome to bring their own wheelchairs or ECVs, and some cabanas are wheelchair accessible. Because accessibility varies by attraction, we recommend contacting the park in advance or speaking with staff on arrival to plan your visit. ### What should I bring? Remember to bring your towel and sunscreen! But if you forget, just go to the Big Kahuna’s Tiki Gift Shop for these essentials plus clothing, jewelry, and souvenirs of all kinds. Bottles and containers brought into the Park for an infant must be plastic. Also, children who wear diapers are required to wear a swim diaper for health and safety reasons. Swim diapers are available in the gift shop. Only Coast Guard approved floatation devices are permitted. Inflatable devices, as well as suits with attached or enclosed floats, are not permitted. ### What should I wear? Proper swimwear must be worn on all rides and attractions. No street clothes and no bathing attire with buckles, belts, rivets, metal or cut-off jeans permitted. For guest safety, no masks, snorkels or swim fins please. ### Are locker rentals available? Lockers are available to rent in three different sizes for a nominal fee. All-day lockers may be rented at the Locker Kiosks located across from the changing rooms on the entry walkway across from Honolulu Halfpipe and at Bombs Away Bay. No rental fee on tubes or life jackets. ### Can I leave and re-enter Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park on the same day? Same-day re-entry is permitted with a valid handstamp. ### Can I bring my camera? Yes, you may bring your camera, although there is a high probability of it getting wet. No cameras or video devices allowed on the rides. ### Can I bring my own food and beverages? Outside food, drinks, and coolers aren’t allowed. But don't worry, Big Kahuna's has plenty of options inside the park, including the Gulfview Food Court and Bombs Away Bay Cafe. ### Can I bring my pet? Pets are not allowed at Big Kahuna’s, but trained service animals are welcome. Service animals must remain under the control of their handler at all times and are not permitted on rides or in water attractions. Relief areas are available outside the park, and guests are responsible for their animal's care and supervision during their visit. ## Reviews > "It was great. Definitely bring sunscreen we got too much sun and for the lockers make sure you have your iPhone because you have to scan the code. They are $18 for the lockers and you have to pay for them on your phone." > — Cheron Blythe, September 2025 > "About what you could expect. Don’t rent a cabana, pack snacks in the car." > — Olivia Williams, September 2025 > "Water park. Get ready to have a great time." > — April Harris, September 2025 > "Day of Fun with Kids, Grands, and Friends. There are lockers and water stations." > — Hope Williams, August 2025 > "Big Kahuna water park is not all it appears to be online." > — Portia M., August 2025 > "Avoid, definitely not worth it. Don't go expecting to ride anything because half the stuff will be closed down and the rest good luck finding the entrances." > — Lynley Byrd, August 2025 > "Big kahunas!!! Be prepared to spend a lot for little things. 2 drinks and a water was 13$ and a water protector for my phone was 30$!!! Over all fun though!" > — Cormick Legendre, August 2025 > "Big Kahuna Water park. They have rides for all ages." > — Princess Shelton, August 2025