A world-class waterpark has teamed up with an acclaimed VR specialist to bring a ground-breaking virtual reality experience to the UAE.
DIVR is the first ever aquatic virtual reality attraction to launch in the UAE and partnering with Ballast VR, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi has unveiled their latest addition to the bespoke experiences.
What to expect?
By wearing an ultra-advanced VR headset and submerging under Yas Waterworld’s clear blue waters, visitors will navigate on a thrilling drift drive through the most spectacular parts of the ocean.
Guests can expect to discover endearing underwater wrecks, caves and submarines. while also gliding weightlessly down the sloping of a mountain, soaring over waterfalls and flying through magnificent canyons.
A world-leader in VR entertainment
Ballast VR prides themselves on being at the forefront of waterpark VR. Since 2018, the specialist has successfully installed 25 next-generation VR experiences in waterparks all over the world, ultimately enhancing guest thrills and revenue for attractions.
As well as DIVR, Ballast VR also offers a VRSlide package to waterparks.
Commenting on the launch of the new VR experience at Yas Waterworld Stephen Greenwood, CEO of Ballast VR said “We’d like to thank the entire team at Yas for helping realize our vision by bringing groundbreaking attractions to the region and demonstrate an incredible successful debut even amidst the challenges of 2020.
“We have no doubt that this attraction’s popularity will continue to build momentum in 2021 and beyond as we make plans to expand our attraction portfolio in the region.”
Yas Waterworld is currently open under a ‘Go Safe’ certification by the UAE’s Department for Culture and Tourism, with all the necessary safety measures amid COVID 19 in place.
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