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5 Best Rides for kids under 5 at Chessington World of Adventures

  • Monday March 27th 2023
  • Merlin Annual Pass

Elmer's Flying Jumbos at Chessington World of Adventures Resort

Chessington World of Adventures Resort is an ideal day out for families with children. For the older adventure seekers, you’ve got rollercoasters like The Vampire and Rattlesnake, and for the whole family you have the Zoo and the SEA LIFE Aquarium to explore! But what about the younger children who aren’t quite thrill-seekers yet? Well, there are also some fantastic rides little explorers to enjoy, and here’s our top 5 picks!

1) The Gruffalo River Ride Adventure

The Gruffalo River Ride Adventure is a gentle boat ride that takes visitors on a journey through the deep, dark woods. Based on the popular children's book, The Gruffalo, this ride is perfect for young children who are familiar with Julia Donaldson's stories. 

The Gruffalo River Ride Adventure At Chessington World Of Adventures Resort

2) Seastorm

Seastorm is a classic theme park ride that gives visitors the feeling of riding the stormy seas. Children will love spinning around in their boats, and parents can join in on the fun too. 

Seastorm At Chessington World Of Adventures Resort

3) Tiny Truckers

Children can climb aboard and get behind the wheel of their very own truck and drive around the construction site in a convoy. Passing under bridges and through tunnels, trucks can fit up to four people, Tiny Truckers is suitable for even the youngest visitors.

Tiny Truckers At Chessington World Of Adventures Resort

4) Adventure Tree Carousel

The Adventure Tree Carousel is a magical ride that takes visitors on a journey through the treetops. With a variety of animal seats to choose from, children will love spinning around and admiring the theme park views. 

The Chessington Adventure Tree (21) Copy

5) Elmer’s Flying Jumbos

Elmer’s Flying Jumbos is a gentle, colourful ride based on everyone’s favourite patchwork elephant! Children will love controlling their own Elmer as they soar through the sky, and parents can join in on the fun too. Flying Jumbos is perfect for young children who want to experience the thrill of a ride that’s not too fast.

Elmer S Flying Jumbos

Fancy putting our list to the test? Pre-book your next visit to Chessington World of Adventures Resort today!

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