Travel Guide to Maya Beach in Wuhan, Hubei
by Cook_Cathy_43
Jul 13, 2024
**Trip Overview**
- **Theme**: Thrilling Daytime Rides + Nighttime Parties | Family Leisure + Eco-Experience
- **Recommended Accommodation**: Hotels near Huanle Avenue (e.g., Xana Hotelle Lingjiaohu Branch, close to subway and direct access to the park)
- **Transportation**:
- Bus: Take routes 534/566/725 directly to "OCT Bus Terminal"
- Driving: From Hankou, take Erqi Yangtze River Bridge to avoid traffic. Parking fee is ¥20/day.
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### **Day 1: Extreme Thrills + Nighttime Fun**
**Morning (10:00-13:00) – Challenge the Limits**
- **Vertical Slide** (6-story free fall with zero-gravity sensation) → **Super Tornado** (25m high vortex slide, 4-person raft spin) → **Giant Bowl** (16m drop into an 18m bowl with centrifugal spins)
- **Tips**:
- Head straight to popular rides early to avoid long queues (peak wait times exceed 1 hour).
- Restrictions: Riders >90kg or <1.4m cannot ride Super Tornado/Giant Bowl.
**Afternoon (13:00-17:00) – Water Races & Beach Relaxation**
- **Octopus Racer** (8-lane slide with three thrilling drops) → **Maya Beach** (8,700㎡ wave pool with 2m waves)
- **Lunch**: Maya-themed restaurant in-park (around ¥50/person, beef rice set recommended)
**Night (18:00-22:00) – Wet & Wild EDM Party**
- **Night Ticket**: Enter after 17:00 (¥110, ¥20 cheaper than day ticket)
- **Activities**: Waterfront DJ sets, bikini dance-offs, live APAC band performances (every Fri-Sun in summer)
- **Must-Do**: Revisit the wave pool under moonlight with dazzling light shows!
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### **Day 2: Family Fun + Eco-Therapy**
**Morning (10:00-13:00) – Quality Family Time**
- **Mini Tornado** (kid-friendly slide for 0.8-1.5m children) → **Maya Water Fort** (world’s largest interactive water playground) → **Amazon Drift** (740m lazy river through tropical scenery)
**Afternoon (13:00-16:00) – Spa & Forest Adventure**
- **Cool Spa Pool** (aqua massage, perfect for elders) → **Mystical Forest Zone** (new Phase 3 area with palm shade and fairy-tale photo spots)
- **Lunch**: Pack light snacks (drinks >500ml prohibited, small snacks allowed)
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### **Pro Tips (Key!)**
1. **Ticket Deals**:
- "Triple Pass" (¥260) or "Happy Valley + Maya" combo (¥250) offer great savings.
- Free for kids <1.2m, child ticket (¥80) for 1.2-1.5m.
2. **Essentials**:
- Swimwear mandatory! Lockers rent for ¥10 + ¥40 deposit (includes waterproof case).
- Bring water shoes (hot pavement), SPF50+ sunscreen, and phone waterproof pouches.
3. **Safety & Comfort**:
- **Drinking-grade water quality** with 2-3hr disinfection cycles.
- 70+ lifeguard posts; wave pool has 8 watchtowers.
- New 3,000㎡ shade structures added.
4. **Avoid Pitfalls**:
- Skip weekends: Crowds surge Fri-Sun; Wed/Thu are ideal.
- Nighttime rides stay open, but some kids' areas close early.
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### **Trip Highlights**
- **Thrill-Seekers**: Conquer world-class rides (Super Tornado/Giant Bowl) on Day 1.
- **Families**: Day 2’s Mystical Forest + Spa Pool suits all ages.
- **Night Owls**: Budget-friendly EDM parties with cool vibes.
> **Cost Estimate** (2 pax): Tickets ¥260 (day) + ¥220 (night) + locker ¥20 + food ¥200 ≈ ¥700
Post by Noah Alexander | Jun 9, 2025
















