Choose Siam Park for an action-packed water-park day, Aqualand Costa Adeje for a family visit centred on children's water areas, and Loro Parque for a full day of animal exhibits in northern Tenerife. Jungle Park is the practical animal-park alternative for a south-coast stay. Monkey Park suits a shorter, lower-cost outing, while Forestal Park offers climbing and zip lines in the pine forest.
The right choice depends on more than popularity. Your children's height, your hotel location and whether you want slides, animals or outdoor adventure can change the answer. This guide compares six Tenerife parks and explains which tickets are worth considering.
Information checked on 9 September 2026. Recommendations and suggested visit lengths are our editorial judgement, not official age classifications or guaranteed timings. Prices below are a planning snapshot; check your date, ticket category and inclusions before paying.
Tenerife parks compared at a glance
Tenerife's best-known visitor parks cover several different experiences. Siam Park and Aqualand are water parks; Loro Parque, Jungle Park and Monkey Park are zoos; Forestal Park is a forest adventure course. Start with the type of day your group actually wants.
| Park | Location | Choose it for | Suggested time on site | Main trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siam Park | Costa Adeje, south | Thrill slides, raft rides and a substantial water-park day | A full day | Height restrictions and ride queues affect value |
| Aqualand Costa Adeje | Costa Adeje, south | Children's water zones alongside bigger slides | Most of a day | Check both minimum and maximum height limits |
| Loro Parque | Puerto de la Cruz, north | Animal exhibits, aquarium areas and presentations | A full day | A substantial journey from southern resorts |
| Jungle Park | Arona, south | Animals, planted paths and an adventure trail | A half to full day | Walking and extra charges for some activities |
| Monkey Park | Near Los Cristianos, south | A shorter zoo visit with a modest admission cost | About 1–2 hours | A smaller experience; arrange vehicle access |
| Forestal Park | Las Lagunetas, Monte de La Esperanza | Harnessed tree circuits and zip lines | About 3 hours, plus travel | Participation rules, mountain weather and access planning |
Siam Park vs Aqualand: which water park should you choose?
Siam Park: our first pick when the slides are the reason for going
Siam Park is the stronger starting point for adults, teenagers and families whose priority is an ambitious water-ride day. Its official attraction list includes Singha, Saifa and Tower of Power, plus the Mai Thai River and family areas such as Sawasdee, The Lost City and Coco Beach. Younger children have dedicated options, so it would be misleading to describe it as a park only for teenagers. See the official Siam Park attraction guide.
Before booking, let each child choose a few must-do attractions and check their individual requirements. Being old enough for a child ticket does not establish eligibility for every slide. For mixed ages, decide whether adults are happy to split up so one child can enjoy bigger rides while another stays in a children's area.
Our recommendation is to start with standard Siam Park admission. It includes the main visitor facilities, but lockers, towels and Fast Track are extra. Consider the All-Inclusive ticket only after comparing its exact benefits with what your group will use. Paying more makes sense when the included extras solve a real need; it does not remove ride restrictions.
Aqualand: worth comparing closely for children who prefer splash areas
Aqualand combines bigger slides with children's spaces including Kids Pool, Pelican Bay, Adventure Land and Splash Tower. The official attraction guide lists upper height limits for several children's areas as well as lower limits for larger rides. That is especially useful when siblings have different heights. Check the Aqualand attraction requirements before making promises about specific slides.
We would shortlist Aqualand when the family wants to spend much of the day in children's water areas and the eligible attractions match the children well. For a group travelling specifically for large water rides, Siam Park would be our first comparison. Neither judgement guarantees shorter queues or a better day for every age.
Aqualand also has a dolphinarium, which may influence your choice if your family wants, or prefers to avoid, that type of attraction. Compare Aqualand Costa Adeje tickets with Siam Park for your actual party, rather than deciding from the lowest advertised price alone.
Loro Parque vs Jungle Park: which animal park fits your holiday?
Loro Parque: choose it as a dedicated north-Tenerife day
Loro Parque is in Puerto de la Cruz. Its visitor offer includes Planet Penguin, aquarium exhibits, Katandra Treetops and scheduled presentations featuring parrots and marine mammals. It is a zoo visit, with animals in managed environments. The official Loro Parque website lists the exhibits and presentation programme.
We would favour Loro Parque for visitors staying in Puerto de la Cruz, and for south-coast visitors who specifically want its exhibits and are willing to devote a full day plus travel. Choose two or three priorities and organise your route around any presentations you want to attend. Trying to fit every scheduled event into the visit can leave little time for the exhibits between them.
From Costa Adeje, transport deserves as much attention as admission. Compare a car-based visit with a clearly described transfer package, including pickup location and return time. Standard Loro Parque entry should not be treated as an automatic booking for a coach from your hotel.
Jungle Park: a useful alternative when you are staying in the south
Jungle Park in Arona combines animal exhibits with planted paths and adventure features. The operator describes Jungle Raid as an included trail with rope bridges, tunnels and narrow passages; the Bob ride carries an additional charge. Check the official Jungle Park visitor information for the current offer.
For a family based in Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas or Costa Adeje, we would consider it when the goal is an animal-focused outing without building the day around a north-island journey. It is not an equivalent collection of exhibits to Loro Parque, so compare the animals and activities you want to see.
Allow for walking and check accessibility for your specific needs; a green setting does not establish that every path or activity suits a stroller or wheelchair. View Jungle Park tickets and budget separately for optional activities.
Monkey Park: a shorter visit with a smaller admission bill
Monkey Park is worth considering when you want a short animal outing near Los Cristianos rather than another full-day ticket. On the official information checked for this guide, admission is €10 for visitors over 12, €5 for children aged 5–12 and free for under-fives. This gives two adults and two children aged 5–12 a €30 admission total before transport or online fees.
Its current visit page says not to touch or feed the animals. Some FAQ text still describes feeding, so do not rely on older feeding advice or bring food for the animals; follow the current rules and staff instructions. The park also advises against walking there because there is no safe pedestrian approach, and lists free customer parking. Plan a taxi or car journey. See Monkey Park visitor information and its ticket FAQ.
Forestal Park: an alternative for climbing and zip lines
Forestal Park offers harnessed tree circuits and zip lines in Las Lagunetas, in the pine forest of Monte de La Esperanza. The operator places it at around 1,400 metres above sea level and describes a roughly three-hour adventure. This is a different setting from the coast, so check the mountain forecast and clothing guidance instead of dressing for your hotel pool.
We would choose it for adults and children who actively want climbing, can meet the participation requirements and are comfortable with heights. Review current age, height and adult-supervision rules for the available circuits before booking. Arrange travel around the booked session and allow time for check-in and the safety briefing. The official Forestal Park website has the booking calendar and preparation advice.
Ticket prices: compare the whole day, not just admission
The first four figures below are the starting prices shown in Fly To Canarias' ticket catalogue when checked on 9 September 2026. They are indicative listing prices, not a quote for every date or age category. Monkey Park uses the official age-specific prices described above.
| Park or ticket | Price snapshot | What to check before paying |
|---|---|---|
| Siam Park standard entry | From €44 | Lockers, towels, food, transport and any priority-access extras |
| Aqualand Costa Adeje | From €37 | Your family's ticket categories and the services included |
| Loro Parque standard entry | From €44 | Return transport, parking and meals |
| Jungle Park | From €36 | Transport, food and paid optional activities such as Bob |
| Monkey Park | €10 over 12; €5 ages 5–12 | Return transport and any online handling fee |
| Forestal Park | Check the selected session | Participant eligibility and the journey to Las Lagunetas |
For a useful comparison, price the same adults and children on the same travel dates. Add transport both ways and the extras you actually intend to buy. A cheaper admission can lose its advantage if the return taxi is expensive or the child cannot use the activities that motivated the booking.
Are Tenerife two-park tickets worth it?
There are two different combinations to consider:
- Siam Park + Loro Parque: the Twin Ticket listed on Fly To Canarias currently starts at €78 and permits the second park visit within 15 days of the first admission. The standard product does not include cross-island transport, Fast Track, meals, lockers or towels. Check the exact ticket conditions before purchase.
- Aqualand Costa Adeje + Jungle Park: the operator offers a separate two-park ticket. This pairs a water day with an animal-park day in southern Tenerife. Check its own validity and inclusions; do not assume the Siam/Loro terms apply.
Buy a combination when both visits already fit your holiday. We recommend separate days, especially for Siam Park and Loro Parque on opposite sides of the island. A pass is poor value if you use the second visit only because you feel obliged to recover the ticket cost.
Which should you book for your group?
- Toddlers and a short attention span: consider Monkey Park for a short outing, or compare the children's areas at both water parks if water play is the priority. Include adult admissions when judging value.
- School-age children of different heights: compare eligible attractions first, then decide whether adults can divide supervision between different areas.
- Teenagers or adults wanting action: start with Siam Park for water rides and Forestal Park for climbing and zip lines.
- Mixed ages who do not want to swim: compare Loro Parque's exhibits with Jungle Park's location and walking-based visit.
- A south-coast holiday with just one free day: choose a nearby park unless there is a specific Loro Parque exhibit you are travelling to see.
- A Puerto de la Cruz stay: Loro Parque is the natural local shortlist; a southern water park needs a separate transport plan.
If accommodation is still undecided, our guide to hotels near Siam Park explains family room choices and local access. For a wider itinerary, compare car rental options and the other Canary Islands activities before filling every spare day with park tickets.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best park in Tenerife?
Our first choice for water rides is Siam Park. For animal exhibits, compare Loro Parque with Jungle Park according to your interests and hotel location. Monkey Park suits a shorter zoo visit; Forestal Park suits an active forest adventure.
Is Siam Park or Aqualand better for young children?
Both have children's water areas. Aqualand deserves a close look for a splash-focused visit, while Siam Park can suit families combining younger children with older slide enthusiasts. Check each child's height against the attractions they want to use.
Can you do Siam Park and Loro Parque in one day?
We do not recommend it. Each can fill a day, and travelling between Costa Adeje and Puerto de la Cruz reduces visiting time. Use separate days and check the validity period of your selected combination ticket.
What is a cheaper alternative to a full-day park?
Monkey Park has a lower admission cost in the prices checked for this guide. It is a shorter zoo visit, so it suits a different plan from a water park or full-day attraction. Include return transport in your budget.
Do you need a rental car?
Not for every visit. Compare the park's current transport options with your accommodation location. Cross-island trips and Forestal Park require more planning; for Monkey Park, arrange vehicle access because the operator advises against walking there.
Are admission tickets the same as Fast Track or transfer tickets?
No. Read the inclusions for the exact product. Standard entry, priority access, meal packages and transport are different benefits, and a two-park ticket does not automatically include all of them.
Ready to choose? Compare Siam Park, Aqualand, Loro Parque and Jungle Park for your date, then book the day that fits your group.