I spent a day at Kalahari, a resort in the 'water park capital of the world' for $60. Even as an adult, it was an absolute blast.

Nestled along Interstate 90, Kalahari is a safari-themed resort in Wisconsin Dells. I planned a day at the resort's indoor water park, but there is also an outdoor park when the weather is nice.

March in Wisconsin is cold, but the property's indoor water park was a tropical oasis.

I was pleasantly surprised by the expansive park. From thrilling rides to family-friendly attractions, there was something for everyone.

The park opened at 10 a.m., and I arrived promptly to secure a spot around the pools.

The tables are first come, first served, and ours became the home base for our group of eight throughout the day.

We felt comfortable leaving towels and clothes behind at the table, but I paid $15 for an all-day locker to hold valuables like phones, wallets, and keys.

I love thrill rides, so I started my day at The Screaming Hyena.

The 60-foot-tall slide starts with an adrenaline-pumping drop through a clear tube that reminded me of a hurricane simulator. Riders then plunged into a rushing torrent of water below.

It quickly became my favorite attraction.

Following the exhilaration of The Screaming Hyena, my next waterslide experience awaited me on The Wild Wildebeest.

The ride accommodated two guests at a time, offering a roller-coaster-like experience of twists and turns throughout the water park. It was incredibly fast and quite long, making it an instant hit.

I liked the combination of being fully enclosed in a tube and then suddenly plunging into the light.

The water park also had special areas for children and milder slides for those who weren't looking for a huge thrill.

The Tanzanian Twister, which looks and feels like being flushed down a giant toilet bowl, was a crowd favorite for my group.

It was comical watching fellow riders swirl around before plunging into the center hole that opened to a pool underneath. We all challenged ourselves to maneuver through the hole in the funniest ways possible, and I won for being flushed out headfirst.

There was even a family-friendly hot tub where guests could float through a hole in the wall leading to the park's outdoor section.

The chilly Wisconsin weather was a breath of fresh air and a nice way to take a break from the park's bustling atmosphere.

After trying out most of the big slides, I sought refuge at the Thirsty Turtle, a swim-up bar offering a selection of tropical drinks.

I eyed the fun cocktails in signature cups, but I ended up ordering an $8 White Claw.

The park had a food stand with a surprisingly large menu — most people I saw walk up to the counter seemed to be ordering pizzas.

Although the food was tempting, my group packed lunches to save a few bucks.

I think adults and children can both get a lot out of Kalahari. Thrilling slides and family-friendly attractions made the day fun for everyone.

Overall, I think it's a great choice for a Midwest escape — whether you're trying to avoid the cold winters or cool off in the summer heat.