Guangwu Mountain Water Slide Breaks Distance Records
Clocking in at approximately 14,054 feet, the water slide in Sichuan, China, holds the Guinness World Record for being the longest glass-bottomed water slide in the world, according to published slide measurements. The structure hangs above the red-leaf forest of Guangwu Mountain within the Guangwushan Scenic Area, featuring continuous bends and valley views. Because of its remote location, the destination requires a nearly 240-mile drive from the closest major hub at Xi’an Xianyang International Airport.
Compared to traditional park attractions, mountain slides rely heavily on rugged topography. The Puhuayuan Mountain water slide in Lishui, China, certified by Guinness World Records in 2019, spans over 8,900 feet of hillside terrain. Riders board two-person rafts to glide down long stretches of the mountainside and pass through tunnels, according to Guinness World Records footage. Situated in Jinyun County, this attraction sits just over a three-hour drive from Lishui Airport.
The Longest Ranks Among Accessible Jungle Rides
For travelers seeking resort accessibility alongside record-breaking length, the ESCAPE Penang park in Malaysia offers a 3,645-foot Guinness World Record holder named The Longest, according to attraction operators. Riders navigate an inflatable tube-raft through a tropical forest canopy that hugs the edges of the meandering slide. Unlike remote installations in China, this attraction sits roughly an hour by car from Penang International Airport, as reported by tourism organizations.
Pro Tip: When visiting long mountain and forest slides like those in Malaysia or China, check whether operators require specific footwear or raft rentals before joining the queue.
Similarly, the Jungle Slide at Buena Vista Del Rincon Eco Adventure Park in Costa Rica measures nearly 1,400 feet, earning recognition from Guinness World Records as the longest body slide. Built directly into the land like a luge rather than suspended overhead, the ride drops visitors straight through rainforest scenery in Guanacaste, approximately an hour from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.
European and American Water Parks Push Engineering Limits
In Germany, Therme Erding operates Magic Eye, a 1,181-foot tube slide recognized as the longest of its kind, serving as the centerpiece of a 28-piece water slide complex. Riders enter a fully enclosed tunnel lined with psychedelic patterns, located under an hour by train from Munich.
North American parks feature distinct engineering variations, ranging from traditional enclosed flumes to water coasters. Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari in Santa Claus, Indiana, operates ZOOMbabwe, an 887-foot conventional slide that drops riders from a 10-story height into darkness punctuated by African mask openings. Further east, Water Country USA in Virginia offers Aquazoid Amped, an 864-foot raft ride featuring color-changing lights and music.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the longest water slide in the world? According to Guinness World Records measurements, the glass-bottomed water slide on Guangwu Mountain in Sichuan, China, is the longest at approximately 14,054 feet.
Where is The Longest water slide located? The Longest is located inside the ESCAPE Penang theme park in Malaysia and measures 3,645 feet in length.
What is the difference between a water slide and a water coaster? Traditional water slides rely entirely on gravity and water flow to push riders downward, whereas water coasters use propulsion technology to shoot riders both up and down, mimicking roller coasters.
Are there long water slides in the United States? Yes. Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari in Indiana features ZOOMbabwe at 887 feet, alongside the multi-person water coaster Mammoth, while Water Country USA in Virginia operates Aquazoid Amped at 864 feet.
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