Leap Of Faith
Rating
Family of 4
Access via Atlantis Aquaventure day pass — approximately USD 100-140 per adult, USD 75-95 per child
Duration
30 min for the ride experience, full day for Aquaventure
Best Ages
12-17 years
About
Leap of Faith is the signature water slide at Atlantis Aquaventure and one of the most famous water park attractions in the Caribbean. Situated at approximately 60 feet high, the slide delivers a near-vertical drop through a clear acrylic tube that passes through a lagoon populated with sharks — making the visual experience as iconic as the physical rush.
The shark-lagoon passage is what sets Leap of Faith apart from ordinary thrill slides. As riders plunge through the clear section, sharks swim alongside and below the tube — close enough to see clearly but safely separated. This combination of genuine free-fall speed and exotic wildlife proximity creates the specific memory that kids take home from Nassau and describe in enthusiastic detail for months.
Access requires an Aquaventure day pass or Atlantis hotel stay. Height requirements apply — the slide is intended for older kids and teens who can handle the intensity. Typical height minimums for major Atlantis slides are in the 48-inch range, but confirm current requirements at atlantisbahamas.com before your visit.
Leap of Faith typically has the park's longest wait times of any single attraction — arriving at the 9 AM park opening gives the best chance of riding within a short wait. By mid-morning on busy days, lines can exceed an hour.
For families with tweens and teens who need to be sold on a Nassau visit, describing Leap of Faith accurately — the sharks, the height, the drop — is typically sufficient motivation. It earns its 4.3 Google rating across 11 reviews, with the limited review count reflecting the niche of those who specifically review individual Atlantis slide attractions.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
No
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
9 AM Aquaventure opening — Leap of Faith has the park's longest lines by mid-morning
Wait Times
45-75 min at mid-day peak; 15-20 min at opening
Nearby Food
Atlantis and Aquaventure have comprehensive on-site dining. Budget USD 15-25 per person for casual park-side meals.
Why Kids Love It
Leap of Faith is what Nassau's Atlantis is actually famous for among kids — a nearly vertical 60-foot drop through a clear tube running through a lagoon filled with sharks. The visual of seeing the sharks through the tube before you plunge is the moment that gets burned into memory. Teens who've ridden it describe the fear-to-exhilaration ratio as the best of any water slide they've done.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Ride Leap of Faith first at park opening — it develops the park's longest line by mid-morning
- The shark lagoon is visible from the path — show kids the setup before they ride so the visual doesn't surprise them
- Height requirement is enforced — measure shorter riders before traveling to avoid disappointment
What to Bring
- Goggles recommended — the speed of the drop makes open eyes difficult
- Secure swimwear — the force of the drop can dislodge loose fitting pieces
- Water shoes for the hot Atlantis deck surface
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Access via Atlantis Aquaventure day pass — approximately USD 100-140 per adult, USD 75-95 per child
Tips to Save
- Leap of Faith is typically the most famous ride at Aquaventure and draws the longest lines.
- Ride it first at park opening or last in the day when crowds thin.
- Aquaventure day passes purchased online are the only way in.