Congo River Rapids

Congo River Rapids is a water ride at Alton Towers Resort where groups sit in round rafts and move through a course with twists, drops, and simulated rapids. The journey takes riders down valleys, through tunnels, and along splashing sections where water sprays over the boats.

This ride opened in 1986 as The Grand Canyon River Rapids within the Aqualand section of the park. The attraction was renamed later to reflect a different theme.

The ride incorporates elements of African expedition themes with sounds of nature and waterfalls throughout the water course journey.

Riders must be at least 1.1 meters tall, while children between 1.1 and 1.3 meters require supervision from an adult over 16 years old. Plan for wet clothes and shoes since water splashes over the rafts throughout the ride.

Yellow circular rafts transport groups of riders through valleys and tunnels while navigating the challenging waters of the simulated Katanga terrain.

Website: https://altontowers.com/theme-park/congo-river-rapids

GPS coordinates: 52.98930,-1.88678

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:47