About the water park at Kalahari
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions Wisconsin Dells is a family hotel in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, home to Kalahari Indoor Waterpark. The park has a wave pool, a lazy river and the FlowRider surf simulator.
We didn't find published height rules for its rides, so ask at the water park desk if you have small swimmers.
Kalahari Indoor Waterpark
Dashed = the hotel doesn't publish it54 slides and 20 pools and whirlpools across the indoor and outdoor parks combined.
Special kids' areas, including the Sands Splash Oasis splash pad.
Good to know
Water park admission is included for every registered guest.
Check the hotel calendar before you go.
Rooms for families
- Standard rooms
- One-, two- and three-bedroom suites, many with kitchens, fireplaces and balconies
- 16 five-bedroom entertainment villas
- 26 lakefront villas
More to do
Drive times
| From | Drive |
|---|---|
| Madison | 45 min |
| Rockford | 1 hr 50 min |
| Milwaukee | 1 hr 55 min |
| Green Bay | 2 hr |
| Chicago | 3 hr |
| Minneapolis | 3 hr 40 min |
| Des Moines | 4 hr 25 min |
| Omaha | 6 hr 30 min |
Estimates from each city's downtown, without traffic.
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Parents ask
Is the water park included with a stay at Kalahari?
Yes. Water park admission is included for every registered guest.
How big is the water park at Kalahari?
The indoor water park is 125,000 sq ft. There is also a 77,000 sq ft outdoor park.
Does Kalahari have a wave pool or lazy river?
Wave pool: yes. Lazy river: yes.
Is Kalahari good for toddlers?
Yes. Special kids' areas, including the Sands Splash Oasis splash pad.
How far is Kalahari from Madison?
About 45 min by car (around 49 miles). From Rockford it is about 1 hr 50 min. These are estimates without traffic.
Can you visit the water park at Kalahari without staying?
Kalahari does not publish a day-pass option for non-guests.
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Checked October 2026. Hotels change prices, hours and attractions, so confirm before you book. Report a change.