
Welcome to Mafunyane Riverside Water Park, Nelspruit |
Located at Riverside Mall, Nelspruit, Mafunyane Riverside Water Park features more than 7 rip-roaring water attractions, super slides, sparkling pools and fun filled activities for children and adults of all ages. With names such as “Cheetah’s Challenge”, “Boomslang Bungee” and “Leaping Leopard” the slides aim to thrill and challenge you. For those looking for something a little more chill than thrill, we invite you to cool down or float about in the refreshing water of our big pool, visit our kiddies water-activity play area or relax on the lawn and read a book.
Mafunyane Riverside Water Park offers the perfect entertainment destination for families of all ages! |
Mafunyane Attractions● Body Slides● Tube Slides● Speed Slides● Crystal ClearPools● Kiddies Slides● Kids Party Venue● Two Food Outlets● Braai Facility, alcohol to be purchased on premises only● Fully licensed establishment – alcohol sold on premises |
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“One price, all slides, all day!”
Operating Hours: We are open weather permitting Wednesday to Friday: 14:00 – 17:00 Closed on Monday & Tuesday except on public holidays and school holidays. |
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We Regret – NO ACCOMMODATION!
A Splash of Africa - Mafunyane Riverside Water Park, Nelspruit

Water Park Rides, Slides and More!
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Rampant Rhino The Rampant Rhino tube slide starts off slow but picks up speed as the turns become sharper before spitting you into the main pool known as Indlovu. Great for all ages! |
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Laughing Hyena The Laughing Hyena body slide will have you chuckling away as burst out of the water after a fast paced ride down the steep spiralling turns of this ride. |
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Cheetahs Challenge The Cheetahs Challenge will make you think you’ve been through a washing machine after this narrow slide’s sharp corners throw you from side to side all the way down. This body slide is great for kids but perfect for adults too. |
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Zooming Zebra’s These two Kamikaze tube slides are designed for speed. The big drop combined with the speed of this ride makes it great for those looking for an exciting adrenalin rush. |
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Boomslang Bungee & Leaping Leopard On these two Kamikaze body slides, we suggest you hold your breath and cross your legs as you plunge down the steep slopes into the water below. A need for speed and bags full of fun! |
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Indlovu The main pool is known as Indlovu “The Elephant” – here you can relax on a tube or enjoy the sun while you take a break from the slides.
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Monkey Pool The Monkey Pool forms the base for most of the kiddie’s rides. Its shallow depth makes it safe for kids, allowing them to have fun and enjoy Mafunyane.
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Happy Hippo The Happy Hippo body slide will have young kids feeling comfortable enough to take on the big rides in no time at all. Perfectly paced to introduce kids to what’s in store as they get older. |
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Squirrel Scurry The Squirrel Scurry is a short fun slide where kids can race each other down to the Monkey Pool.
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Lazy Lizzard The Kiddies Lazy River tube will have kids feeling like explorers as they drift from the Monkey Pool at a leisurely pace down to the main pool.
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A Splash of Africa - Mafunyane Riverside Water Park, Nelspruit

Mafunyane Rates & Rules |
(includes all slides, all day) Entrance Pass: R150pp |
10 Day Pass for 1 person: R750pp (save R650pp) Afternoon Pass: From 14:00 until 17:00: R100pp Below 1.2m: R80pp |
Party rate: R100pp *Not applicable to special events, minimum 15 people. Bookings are essential. |
Students R100pp and teachers free *Booking is essential *Weekdays only *Not applicable to special events, school holidays & public holidays |
(minimum 30 pax) Adults & children: R100pp *Booking is essential *Wednesday to Sunday *Not applicable to special events |
Umbrellas: R50 Loungers: R50 Combo (umbrella + lounger): R90 Locker: R60 (R30 given back on return of key). Life jacket: R260.00 (R60.00 for hire and R200.00 given back on return of life jacket) |
Self catering facility | Catering packages on request | Team building on request |
General Safety
- Use slides at your own risk
- Listen to and obey the water park attendants & park management
- Strictly no glass allowed in the park
- Pregnant women are advised not to make use of slides
- Do not attempt to stand up or EXIT the slide once started
- Exit the splash pool and flumes as quick as possible after the ride
Rules and Regulations
- Children under 12 years of age are permitted entry provided they are accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the visit.
- Please exercise caution around water features
- Please be aware of the depth markers around pools
- Use of all slides are at your own risk; please follow the rules and obey attendants instructions
- Availability of slides and other facilities and services are subject to change without notice or refund
- Inclement weather or severe lightning storms may result in pool evacuation or closure without refund
- No firearms, weapon of any sort, dangerous or offensive behaviour is allowed
- Pets are allowed on a leash.
- Pets are not allowed in the water.
- Braai facility available in designated area only
- Smoking only allowed in designated smoking area
- Gazebo’s and fold up chairs are allowed in the water park
- No Diving allowed
- A wrist band must be worn at all times
- Damaged or outdated wrist bands will be deemed invalid
- Rental items including umbrellas, life jackets and locker keys to be returned 15 minutes before park closure
- Only proper swim attire is allowed, No underwear, jeans (pants with protruding buttons, studs and zips) or dresses
- Expectant mothers or those with heart, neck or back problems should not use the slides
- The water park is under camera surveillance
- Right of admission reserved
- Please adhere to no smoking signs. No smoking allowed within 15m of no smoking signs.
- Braai, Skottel, Gazebo & Camping chairs allowed
- Kindly respect cleanliness of park
- No alcohol to be brought into the park – you may purchase alcohol on the premises. Fully licensed establishment.
A Splash of Africa - Mafunyane Riverside Water Park, Nelspruit

Trunk Stop Menu |
HOT DOG | R 16 |
HAMBURGER | R 27 |
CHEESE BURGER | R 32 |
HOT CHIPS | R 22 |
BOERE WORS ROLL | R 26 |
RUSSIAN ROLL | R 26 |
CHIP STIX | R 16 |
TOASTED CHEESE & HAM | R 25 |
TOASTED CHEESE & TOMATO | R 26 |
TOASTED CHEESE | R 22 |
COOL DRINKS | |
COOL DRINKS | R 14 |
KINGLSEY | R 11 |
DRAGON | R 13 |
JUICES | R 15 |
WATER | R 11 |
COFFEE/TEA | R 13 |
ALCOHOLIC DRINKS | |
HUNTERS DRY/GOLD LONG TOM | R 28 |
CASTLE LIGHT | R 25 |
WINDHOEK LAGER | R 25 |
HEINEKEN | R 25 |
STRONGBOW | R 28 |
FLYING FISH | R 25 |
SAVANNAH DRY/LIGHT | R 25 |
BLACK LABEL | R 25 |
HANSA | R 21 |
AMSTEL | R 21 |
SMIRNOFF PINE TWIST | R 28 |
RED SQUARE | R 27 |
KLIPPIES COLA | R 24 |
WINE PER GLASS | R 20 |
CASTLE | R 25 |
BRANDY | R 15 |
WHISKEY | R 18 |
GIN | R 15 |
RUM /VODKA | R 15 |
RUM/VODKA SLUSH | R 35 |
A Splash of Africa - Mafunyane Riverside Water Park, Nelspruit




Mafunyane Children’s Parties! |
Why not have a party in the park? When it comes to kids party venues, Mafunyane Riverside Water Park has got you covered with a number of options for the best birthday party yet. Birthdays parties receive substantial discounts off the normal Water Park entry fee. Bookings are essential.
Group Bookings |
Discounted rates are available for groups as small as 30 or as many as 1000. We have all the facilities and fun to make your group event a success.
You have the choice to make use of our pool deck, upper deck, lawn or bring & braai facilities!
Group bookings are ideal for corporate year end functions, team building challenges, business picnics or even a big family reunion. Evening functions can also be arranged. Bookings are essential and all tickets are non-refundable.
School Groups |
Mafunyane Riverside Water Park invites your school or class to enjoy a happy day in the park filled with bags of fun and super cool water rides! We offer schools a reduced rate for a minimum of 30 students entering the park. Bookings are essential and Schools are welcome Wednesday to Friday.
A Splash of Africa - Mafunyane Riverside Water Park, Nelspruit

Birthdays at Mafunyane
December at Mafunyane
Mafunyane Party Venue at Night
Mafunyane Spring Break
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Day Night Festival at Mafunyane
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Charity Day at Mafunyane
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Mafunyane Opening Bash
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Ghost at work inside Mafunyane
A Splash of Africa - Mafunyane Riverside Water Park, Nelspruit

Physical Address: Riverside Mall, Nelspruit
Postal Address: PO Box 19272, The Village, Nelspruit
Postal Code: 1218
Telephone: +27(0)81 538 9311
Mobile: +27(0)81 538 9311
Fax: +27(0)86 635 3760
Email: info@mafunyane.co.za
Website: http://www.mafunyane.co.za
Directions: Travelling on the R40 towards White River, turn right into Government Boulevard and immediately left into Riverside Mall parking area. Mafunyane Waterpark is located on the opposite side of the mall near entrance number 2.
Latitude: -25.436260
Longitude: 30.966275