Plus counter service restaurants by the arcade and water park. At Kalahari, you get a free sugar cookie to decorate at 3:00 with basic stuff, a coloring contest, and maybe some family games. The master has the bathroom within the bedroom but the other has the bathroom next to the entry with the sink opposite the bathroom by the entry (thought that was a weird set-up). Hours. You will get wet on these slides. Why would the girl tell us it's 3ft when it's 7! The African-themed Kalahari is the largest of the mega indoor water park resorts in the Poconos (and at 220,000 square feet, one of the largest indoor water parks in the world ). The room was too dark for us (needs more lighting). When we arrived at room 6482, none of our 6 wristbands worked. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. What are the top rides/ main attractions: Howlin Tornado slides, the Hydro Plunge water coaster, activity pools, and zero-depth playgrounds? The room setup and decor very similar to Camelback but cleaner. Kalahari had really nice lifeguards that helped you if you needed it, and they used the clock every time to give everyone a fair turn.There seemed to be fewer lifeguards working the waterpark than at Kalahari. At Camelback, I saw one costumed character in the lobby waving, and that was it. If you get the giant cup you can share it and it ends up costing less.Arcade: KR wins again. I asked her before she went to bed if she wants to try some other slides tomorrow and she out right said she's scared now. Contact (570) 629-1665 **Due to staffing challenges some slides and activities may be closed. By the time I got down the slide I realized I was misinformed about the depth of the water. They eventually ripped the net and climbed out from a very high slide. Normally, at Kalahari in Ohio I am made to feel like I am a valued guest. Discover everything that Pennsylvania's largest outdoor water park has to offer. As if all that wasn't bad enough, when we went to get out bands fixed, we were told we had a $65 balance for the safari package which they were charging our card. The area for toddlers seemed pretty small, especially compared to Kalahari. We loved Camelback in the winter so we had to come back to experience Camelbeach this summer! The tree explorer course looked like better value. That being said we always found clean towels available and plenty of them.LifeguardsOver our three day visit, we spent approximately 15 hours at the water park.The park was very busy and we noticed a shortage of lifeguard staff. Our son loves this place and never gets tired. Stay overnight at vacation rentals or resorts nearby. The indoors seemed bigger than the Ohio location, and my teenagers said the Poconos has better water slides - big plus! Want to experience the joy of beating the summer heat with waterparks in the Poconos? In the fall, its beautiful on the mountain and the winter would offer fun skiing opportunities. Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Hotel Leisure Advisors. In my opinion, Camelback is just a little better than Kalahari and distant third place is Great Wolf. H20ooohh!! The room was too dark for us (needs more lighting). Recommend that you make reservations/get advance tickets at the activities center in the arcade area. The toddler area has four swings, as well as some water spray features. Aquatopia opens at 10 most mornings, which I think is too late. Kalahari has the superior, larger waterpark. There are more food choices at Kalahari, but IME, overall food quality is better at Camelback. The second poop incident was around 2:30 and there was not a shot the kids were going back up to the big slides, So we decided to leave. The mountain coaster and slide are each $10 per person. Day parking and event parking is $12 plus tax. If you want more of a vacation/getaway feel, go to Camelback. There were pluses and minuses about the Poconos location as discussed below:On the positive side, the resort is beautiful and there is more than enough to do for a family. Hello Skeelove, Thank you for choosing to spend your day out with us at Camelbeach and for the review. It's not a huge park so you can get on everything a couple times without the hassle of a line! It's best if you get there upon opening to make the most of the day. One with two queen beds and one with one king. Wrapped around the corner and we arrived at 2, check in is at 4 but you can use the park by 12 pm if you arrive early. There is a water conservation feature on the shower head which makes it feel like water is dripping on you. Taxes and fees that are shown are estimates only. The bath tubs much larger then Camelback. Views at Camelback nicer depending on your room. Drinks at the park were good too. > Camelback, Do you have a wide-range of ages in your party (toddlers to teens)? Wrapped around the corner and we arrived at 2, check in is at 4 but you can use the park by 12 pm if you arrive early. They eventually ripped the net and climbed out from a very high slide. It took 75 minutes between the first room and entering the 2nd room. How many slides: 35 water slides as well as other attractions, What are the top rides/main attractions: High Noon Typhoon- Six stories high, massive, and high impact ride | Texlon transparent roof, For toddlers: Separate fun-themed kids zone for those who are 48 inches and under. It's not a huge park so you can get on everything a couple times without the hassle of a line! $25+ for parking, $25-$30 locker rental, $42 ticket, $15 chicken The exterior of the resort appears as a modern lodge with minimalistic theming. List of the best water parks in the Poconos, Best water parks in Poconos, Pennsylvania, : 35 water slides as well as other attractions, : High Noon Typhoon- Six stories high, massive, and high impact ride | Texlon transparent roof, : Separate fun-themed kids zone for those who are 48 inches and under, : A water coaster and a Surfari FlowRider surfing ride. Besides the waterpark, Camelback offers a bunch of outdoor activities, including the mountain rollercoaster, the mountain slide, zip lines, and a treetop explorer course. You can get package deals with a discount. We had no idea that we would be dropped into 7ft of water. Room reservation tip: Add to your reservation that youd prefer a room close to the main lobby or the water park. The glass ceiling added lots of nice light and warmth to the wave pool and center play structure areas. Camelback2016, Manager at Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark, responded to this review, This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC, Waterparks Are Great When It's Freezing Out. We were so wrong and maybe this doesnt happen often, however the slides that our kids were using were closed for an hour and a half after poop was found in the water around 12pm, we arrived after breakfast and games about 11. Buy Tickets & Passes Location 301 Resort Drive Tannersville, PA 18372 what3words address: ///prefect.impractical.applauding (570) 629-1661 Hours Closed until 2023 Summer Season PLEASE NOTE In the lobby area their is the buffet restaurant, two other restaurants, a gift shop plus food and snack shop, the candy and ice cream shop and the coffee shop with pastries and sand witches. You will be busy at this park. Camelbacks water coaster is the longest indoor uphill water coaster in America. Much shorter lines. The outdoor water park at Camelback is better and snowboarding and tubing activities are available at the mountains. 3 queen beds, 2 bathrooms, pull out sofa and fireplace. The resort officially opened on May 1, 2015 and has a total of 453 rooms. Dinner buffer for 2 adults/2 kids was about $85, breakfast was about $50 (not including tip). Save your money and go for the twilight hours. As soon as I got out of the water she broke down. I apologize for the experience your daughter had as this certainly is not the Kalahari experience we want anyone to have. Parking: we used valet it cost 25$. Something needs to be done here. Cindy's sweet sixteen in convention center. We had to drag them to lunch at 2:00 and dinner at 6:30. No matter the season, you can always enjoy the tropical fun in the Poconos, thanks to the insulated indoor waterparks in Poconos for the fall and outdoor waterparks for summer. We Not bad, and the indoor ropes course was especially fun. Check in on a Friday at 4:30 was about a 10 minute wait so I'm not sure where all the reviews about long check-in times are about. They give an email and you are done. This policy was never communicated to us by anyone including the reservationist, the front desk or any written notice. By not treating employees well, companies risk losing customers over bad service. Indoors, theres a section with a small mini golf, lazer tag, lazer obstacle game, rock climbing wall, and mini bowling. Prices are the average nightly price provided by our partners and may not include all taxes and fees. I took my 8 year old daughter on the tanzanian twister. The rooms can be a hike from the main elevatordont be fooled that theres an elevator at the other end. Bunk bed room at Camelback was larger and more comfortable, with two full-sized bunk beds rather than one small bunk at Kalahari. We arrived late Friday after work we drove from NY.. we had dinner and used the indoor water park for about an hour as we planned to use it today. The Kalahari Indoor Water Park boasts some pretty impressive features that make it a perfect destination for a family giveaway. Then, we didnt have to leave the resort to eat, or eat each meal at a resort restaurant. We did not like the cabanas at Kalahari. Recommend that you make reservations/get advance tickets at the activities center in the arcade area. After about 10 seconds of shock, I swam up to see my 8 year old standing on the side with a look of sheer terror on her face and tears in her eyes. There are more food choices at Kalahari, but IME, overall food quality is better at Camelback. Hello Strahberrie, Thank you for choosing to spend your summer day with us at Camelbeach and for the review. It was definitely a nice option to have in nice weather. What should you pack for an indoor water park vacation? For a resort who caters to families and children, they had no explanation why at 6pm they had a lobby full of cranky parents and children, especially my 2 year old crying she wanted a nap and didn't understand why she couldn't have one. Your email address will not be published. Total ride time is about 5-7 minutes, and that includes the 4-5 minute ride up to the top (on the ski lift for the slide, on the coaster car for the mountain coaster). Also laser tag, mini glow golf and mini bowling. We had an African Queen Suite and were told it may not be ready until 5pm. Much shorter lines. Plenty to do for 1 full day. We had been at the waterpark all afternoon and the 4 kids were melting fast outside of room 9428. We look forward to seeing you splashing around throughout the waterpark next summer. After getting to the room, 2 arm bands (that act as both your door key and water park pass) did not work. The redemption shop for game coupons is poor. Both were fun, but definitely expensive for what they are. My only gripe was that I wish they would the card on a bracelet or necklace. Review of Camelback Resort. Hello Strahberrie, Thank you for choosing to spend your summer day with us at Camelbeach and for the review. it's huge and all 4 of my children were able to play. The second poop incident was around 2:30 and there was not a shot the kids were going back up to the big slides, So we decided to leave. Their is a microwave and small fridge and coffee maker. You also have a lot of kids running around the halls at night (but we expected that).Unlike Camelback, the selection of restaurants and shops are much better. Views at Camelback nicer depending on your room. There are also two small, straight slides in the toddler area. They each accomplish their decor and theming very well. Much shorter lines. Camelback's Aquatopia also had the highest resort fee and the prices quoted on the website do not include the $25/night parking fee. The waterpark has something for everyone indoor flow riders to Lava Springs hot tubs, while the little ones can spend some time at the Jungle Falls and Leapin Lizards play areas. It only has a couple of slides and a small pool area. Double Cut (steakhouse). The chlorine smell was not as bad as CB , idk if that is a good thing or if their ventilation is better at KR. Kalahari opens the waterpark at 9. Home > Our Blog > A Visit to Kalahari and Camelback Resorts. Yes! Elevator waits were not bad: also, valet parking was perfect and our bellhop, David, could not have been nicer. More games and more space. Totally worth it. The answer to this question is different for each family. The Great Ka-Na-Gawa wave pool, Lost River lazy river, Penguin Play Bay, Mystic Springs spa, Bombora Flowrider, and 13 waterslides are uniquely themed around the fictitious explorer, Kartrite Van Der Berris. We had a room on the 9th floor, this place is huge and no one told us that only certain elevators go there. You also have a lot of kids running around the halls at night (but we expected that). I visited this resort on August 13 for 1 night with my husband and 2 year old daughter. We had a day pass when we stayed in camelback lodge, this park is huge with plenty to do for young to the very young. The staff at the pool was NOT paying attention as not once but THREE times while I was in the swim up bar/hot tub were there children in the hot tub. Inside of the indoor waterpark, known as Aquatopia, guests are transported to a place with thrill and adventure. The staff needs better training, they give you absolutely no information. We absolutely Loved our stay at Kalahari. Are you traveling with only toddlers? The toddler water play area also includes small basketball hoops and some small dumping buckets. Please see our partners for more details. At Camelback, there are two toddler slides on the first level of the large water play structure. This is a beautiful hotel, if I pay for a nice room I don't want to see garbage all over the hallways. When planing your next stay with us, please check out our Beat The Clock deals on Face book, you may find some of them perfect for you & your family! Indoors, theres a section with a small mini golf, lazer tag, lazer obstacle game, rock climbing wall, and mini bowling. : Indoor kiddie section with a large variety of slides, a 1-foot-deep lazy river, and interactive water tables. And I contacted Kalahari by email on August 14th when I got home and told them all this and left a voicemail for us to call them which we did and left them a voicemail to call us back because apparently no one ever physically answers and never got a phone call back. We prefer the option of receiving game coupons be done electronically like Dave and Busters but they only come out manually (if you win a lot of tickets on a game it takes forever to come out). At Camelback, they just basically gave you a board and let you go, no instruction or anything. Bathrooms were clean and the food court inside the waterpark was fast and fairly tasty (basic fast food style). Splash On! Check-in was fast and room was ready before stated check-in time, although Im sure it varies depending on how busy it is. The rule at Camelback was once you wipe out, thats it. Theres also a bakery/caf place in the lobby, with donuts, bagels, coffee, etc. The larger of the two play areas also includes a splash table for babies. Take care. There were some hard working kids there, and double cut had a great staff but I believe they are all heading back to Wisconsin! Both Kalahari and Camelback charge $3-$10 for things like donut decorating, tee shirt coloring, putty making, etc. some great twisting rides to a lazy river. The air and water temperature consistently felt chilly unless you were in direct sunlight. An additional restaurant and new fitness center are anticipated to open in August. Travel within United States is: . However, the room was extremely clean, it is new so that helps, and it's huge! At Camelback, they just basically gave you a board and let you go, no instruction or anything. CB also has laser tag. We look forward to seeing you splashing around throughout the waterpark next summer. They found the slides to be similar but the lines much longer at Kalahari. Get your day tickets now, so spend your day inside where it is always 84 degrees. He assured us that we would be on the early list for the next day - we laughed knowing we would be leaving in the morning.Ivory Coast restaurant We enjoyed a nice meal at this restaurant. The customer service was amazing and everyone was friendly. Different packages are available, with the most expensive being about $30 for unlimited use of most of the indoor activities for the day. Treat you and your family to the VIP life with an Aquatopia cabana for 50% off for a limited time only! We were so wrong and maybe this doesnt happen often, however the slides that our kids were using were closed for an hour and a half after poop was found in the water around 12pm, we arrived after breakfast and games about 11. also known as the Split Rock Resort Indoor Water Park, Is an indoor family water park located in beautiful Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania. My kids kept losing their game cards. The other two are straight slides. The room I had in Carmelback was a dark, dirty dump! There were dirty qtips and garbage on the floors when we stepped out of the elevator. Kalahari clearly has the most water slides, as it was the largest water park in North America. Fun for the entire family, but service is lacking. It was a major turn off. When you're looking for things to do in PA, come to Camelbeach Waterpark where you'll find thrills from mild to wild. We had a room on the 9th floor, this place is huge and no one told us that only certain elevators go there. Both were fun, but definitely expensive for what they are. Kassie R, Social Media Coordinator at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Poconos, responded to this review. No late checkouts were available, even though check-out time is 11 and check-in time is 4:00. The Inner Harbor in Baltimore, Maryland is an area featuring many fun attractions and activities for kids. Their is a microwave and small fridge and coffee maker. > Great Wolf, Are you traveling alone with children above 42 and would like to be able to see them in line for slides while not having to ride them yourself? Besides the waterpark, Camelback offers a bunch of outdoor activities, including the mountain rollercoaster, the mountain slide, zip lines, and a treetop explorer course. Plenty to do for 1 full day. It was our very first time to Kalahari (Camelback 5 times before) and we will be returning. The best part about the Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark is that it is located at the base of a mountain everywhere you can look at trees and beautiful scenery. You can get package deals with a discount. Luckily, the sun was out to make it feel warmer than it was.As a result, there were no lines for the rides!This makes any amusement park that much more fun, as you don't kill most of your day waiting on long lines for a one-minute ride.Just don't go when it's TOO cold (or raining). Prices for each activity range from $4 to about $10. Aquatopia Tickets & Passes. The bath tubs much larger then Camelback. You also have a lot of kids running around the halls at night (but we expected that). Nope, nothing.. We will definitely stick to Kalahari.. We intentionally went to Camel Beach in the Poconos on a day when it was cool (70's). Kalahari boasts about 15 large slides, which is a combination of body slides, tube slides, and raft slides. We question how the staff could manage any more areas when the original park lacks so much supervision. Overall, Camelback offers a nice enough waterpark and the other activities make it worthwhile. This is definitely the largest indoor water park in the country. Hello dood8, Thank you for choosing to spend your day out with us at Camelbeach and for the review. We look forward to having you as a return guest in the future. Not watered down and made well. Taxes and fees that are shown are estimates only. Arcade was much larger at Kalahari. My daughter can swim, but we were told it was 3ft by the girl working the slide. The glass ceiling added lots of nice light and warmth to the wave pool and center play structure areas. We found it quite surprising and disappointing that many of the water park staff were unfamiliar with the different slides. Thank you Jennifer for giving us a try & for sharing your recent experience! We have over 15 dining venues around the resort whether you are looking to enjoy a sit down meal or just a grab-n-go style. Let me preface this by saying that we travel multiple times a year, to Mexico and the DR, plus extensively in the United States. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Our room at kalahari was clean. The resort opened on July 1, 2015. For some of the large resorts, like Kalahari, it take be a very long walk to the water park. Tips for a successful waterpark vacation in Poconos. The area for toddlers seemed pretty small, especially compared to Kalahari. Another big plus! We arrived late Friday after work we drove from NY.. we had dinner and used the indoor water park for about an hour as we planned to use it today. The clerk advised us that she would reprogram our wristbands while we were walking to the new room. We waited.. they opened and about an hour later more poop was found, so again the entire area was closed. One side of the hotel has beautiful views of the mountain. We ate at one of the nicer restaurants- a steak restaurant- and it was expensive but the food was good. Parking: we used valet it cost 25$. Splash On! I'm wondering what people are talking about. Rooms are very spacious and extremely clean.Lots to do at the resort.Food is amazing. Camelback/Aquatopia vs. Kalahari Here's the TLDR version: If you are focused only on the waterpark, go to Kalahari. The theming continues throughout the lobby and public areas, giving guests a true sense of the African safari. In the fall, its beautiful on the mountain and the winter would offer fun skiing opportunities. We look forward to seeing you splash around the park again next summer. The master has the bathroom within the bedroom but the other has the bathroom next to the entry with the sink opposite the bathroom by the entry (thought that was a weird set-up). We had a room on the 9th floor, this place is huge and no one told us that only certain elevators go there. Recommended experiences in and around Tannersville. However, the stairs leading to the bigger slides/rides was grey, dark, and looked pretty run down for a place that has only been open a couple of years. Valet at $25 a night was efficient. Camelback overall offers more activities as a whole, with fun options at an extra cost. Your account has been created. They don't offer as much privacy as the ones at Camelback. Heres a checklist of things to pack for a great day at the waterpark: Families and friends want to maximize their overall experience at the famous water parks in Poconos. Kalahari was the cheapest on Friday evening - but the most expensive during the week & the second most expensive on Saturday evening. Check in on a Friday at 4:30 was about a 10 minute wait so I'm not sure where all the reviews about long check-in times are about. Kalahari has the superior, larger waterpark. Sandy Spring Adventure Park is located at 16701 Norwood Road in Sandy Spring, Maryland. The room was awesome and it was clean! In fact no one answered the phone and we tried calling everyone. Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark: Camelback vs. Kalahari - See 1,105 traveller reviews, 331 candid photos, and great deals for Tannersville, PA, at Tripadvisor. But if youre only focused on the waterpark activities, Kalahari gets the edge there. Food: we ate at double cut. We look forward to having you as a return guest in the near future!Best Regards. Rooms: Kalahari: get on your staff to vaccum the hallways. They eventually ripped the net and climbed out from a very high slide. Summer 2023 marks our 25th anniversary of Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark! The signs only said that there was a 48 inch requirement. > Great Wolf or Kalahari > Would the toddlers enjoy toddler-oriented activities? Towel usage is better at Kalahari. Both Kalahari and Camelback charge a $20ish/day resort fee. Kalahari Mat Racer Slides Camelback has a total of 8 large slides which include two drop slides, one that is straight down and another that twists and turns. more. Life guards everywhere so we felt the kids were safe. The room was awesome and it was clean! Rooms are similar, nothing super luxurious about either place. It's best if you get there upon opening to make the most of the day. Call ahead to make your reservation. When you book a two bedroom suite or larger and stay before June 29, 2023. You would also think staff would acknowledge and offer you a ticket to return for the day considering the amount of money you pay! The 100,000 square foot indoor waterpark has a retractable roof and some skylights for then the roof is closed during colder periods. Check-in was fast and room was ready before stated check-in time, although Im sure it varies depending on how busy it is. We Be prepared to spend a lot. Water parks are great places for family fun. Left my 8 year old terrified after being let out into 7ft of water when told it was 3ft! Got there noon, used the water park, waited for our 4pm check in. Financial Feasibility & Appraisal Services, A Visit to Kalahari and Camelback Resorts, Takeaways from Hunter Hotel Investment Conference, Former Six Flags site to potentially be home to water park, sports complex, restaurants and more, H&LA Development Update: Spokane, Washington, Recent Data Suggests U.S. Casino Visitation is on the Rise, Pickleballs Popularity Has Resorts Scrambling To Convert Tennis Courts, Seize Revenue Opportunities, Waterparks Poised for More Growth Amid Robust Recovery. The front desk clerk advised us that the room wasn't cleaned because we didn't request the staff to clean the room. At Kalahari, there are two separate, toddler play areas. Every water park in the Poconos has unique features offering its slides and pools a unique atmosphere, which will be mentioned in the blog. Prices are the average nightly price provided by our partners and may not include all taxes and fees. Not a big deal but we found ourselves having to swipe our card several times for some games to begin and losing coins.Outdoor: CB has ski and tubing, outdoor rollercoaster, outdoor WP. Hello ozjamal, Thank you for choosing to spend your day out with us at Camelbeach and for the review.
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