A Must-Visit for Families with Kids! Complete Guide to Wuhan Maya's "Mystical Forest Adventure"

**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. --- ### **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! --- ### **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) --- ### **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. --- ### **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