At Siam Park in Tenerife (voted the world's best water park), the Siam Beach Wave Pool (The Palace of Waves) typically operates its massive wave sessions every hour on the hour or in 30-minute intervals during peak times. The "Big Wave" session usually lasts for about 15 to 20 minutes. What makes this pool high-value is that it produces the largest artificial waves in the world, reaching up to 3.3 meters (11 feet) in height. Between the "Big Wave" sessions, the pool remains open for swimming with smaller, gentler ripples. A peer-to-peer "pro" tip: if you want to experience the full power of the wave, stand in the "break zone" near the middle, but be aware that it is incredibly strong and can easily knock you off your feet. In 2026, the park often posts a "Wave Schedule" near the beach lockers; checking this as soon as you arrive is the best way to ensure you don't miss the chance to "catch the swell" while balancing your time with the park's other high-thrill slides like the Tower of Power.