Volcano Bay is a water theme park based around the legend of the Waturi people, and it surrounds (literally and figuratively) the Krakatau Volcano. There’s nothing more fun to do on a hot Florida day than head to a waterpark. There are tons of drink and snack shops throughout the park as well. If your child is 48″ or taller, they will be able to ride all of the slides. [15], The final section of the park contains a large number of thrill slides, including raft slides ridden with multiple riders. There is even a private entrance to Volcano Bay for Cabana Bay guests. Volcano Bay water park is one of the best Orlando resorts with water slides and the third theme park included in the Universal Studios Orlando Theme Parks. Some slides have a max weight limit and we’ve updated that info below as well. [12] On January 25, 2017, Universal Orlando Resort revealed that the Grand Opening ceremony would be on May 25, 2017. Follow the signs to a dedicated Volcano Bay parking section of the Universal Orlando parking garage. Less popular slides will not require you to use TapuTapu when lines are short. Spanning 28 acres, Volcano Bay will transport you to a lush, tropical oasis inspired by the Pacific isles. There is no annual pass to only Volcano Bay you’ll have to purchase the 3 parks annual pass. For those wanting to ride as many rides as possible, it’s worth getting an express pass. Ohyah & Ohno Drop Slide™ | Take your pick between two drop slides, Ohno lunges you out 6 feet above the pool. It’s a much better deal to buy a multi-day ticket that includes the water park. If your kids are not strong swimmers, please read the signs at the base of the ride to get specific information. [7], In February 2015, Universal Orlando Resort officials submitted plans for a new water park attraction to be located on their property near the Cabana Bay Beach Resort. Learn about their wait times, fear factor, and tips you won't find anywhere else. Additionally, the park has also appeared in season 14 of Food Network's show Food Network Star,[17] as well as Top Chef Junior season 1, episode 13. Hours vary based on the time of year and the day of the week. No. More About Universal's Volcano Bay Ko’okiri Body Plunge is North America's tallest body slide and the world's tallest drop capsule slide. There is one day passes, multi-park passes, Florida resident pricing, and annual pass option. There are are a dozen big water slides, plus. Owned and operated by Universal Parks & Resorts, Volcano Bay replaced Wet 'n Wild as Universal Orlando Resort's water park, and it was the first constructed by Universal itself. Lockers are available to rent for the day, there are several sizes. It looks like a tropical. Valet parking is available at additional rates. Kala & Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides™ | Lay down and wind your way through the volcano before hitting the water below. We are Hannah & Adam, a Wisconsin couple who left behind the American dream to travel the world and chase our own dreams. -It boasts the largest surf pool in Florida. Taniwha Tubes™ | There are 4 tubes all with unexcepted turns. Maku Puihi Round Raft Rides™ | There are 2 lava tubes to choose from, 6 person rafts make their way spinning through the volcano and then a zero-gravity hang to top off the ride! Artist's concepts showed a thrill slide coming from the park's central volcano, as well as a wave pool and other water slides. Your toes can be in the sand while your TapuTapu counts down the minutes until it’s time to hit the waterslides. But it doesn't skimp on the thrills. ‘Cause you know volcanoes have water slides, the kind that’ll make you chicken out at the last minute unless your friends (or kids) peer pressure you. There’s one that starts with a 70-degree fall through a trap door, round rafting up sweeping walls, drop slides shooting you out. Volcano Bay Tickets. With an express pass, you can go to any ride at any time and join the “line.” Remember the line is very short on average 15 minutes and only for those guests who waited for their TapuTapu to alert them to ride or those with an express pass. There are several rooms with epic volcano views. {I’ve got your back} Volcano Bay has a large collection of water slides of all kinds, shapes, and sizes. We grew up in Wisconsin and went to Noah’s Ark Waterpark every year and I remember standing in lines for HOURS. Punga Racers is a four-lane racing mat slide with mats that resemble a manta ray. I have been to a lot of parks in Florida and Volcano Bay was amazing. Onride-Collection of almost all waterslides at Universal's Volcano Bay water park in Orlando/Florida. Taniwha Tubes are four single or double rider tube slides. Find out the rest of our story here... Krakatau™ Aqua Coaster | 4 person canoes sliding & twists into the volcano before plunging through the waterfall of the volcano. There are many hotels located around the Volcano Bay Water Park if you are planning to stay inside the park. Volcano Bay rides are truly some of the most unique water slides you will ever go on in your entire life. [16] A park spokesperson claimed that their internal surveys indicated guests were generally happy with the park, but that they were continuously improving the product.[16]. Volcano Bay Universal Express Pass Plus $39.99 per person per day lets you skip the virtual lines at all attractions & rides once. The whole park is literally centered around the volcano. You can also check out our complete guide to Volcano Bay here, with restaurant information, ride details, and tips! There are more than 20 waterslides at Volcano Bay. We personally indulged on many of the Volcano Bay exclusive eats. At the entrance of the water slides, there is a place to put your shoes, hats, sunglasses or other belongings while you ride. Universal Orlando's new water park, Volcano Bay, features a massive drop waterslide that plunges you 125ft down a volcano at a 70-degree angle. Click on an attraction name to … One day tickets to Volcano Bay start out at $80. There are two types of express passes at Volcano Bay. Now all you have to do is tap your TapuTapu wearable at the totems marked with the Volcano Bay logo at the entrance of rides. [16] Visitors complained about the long lines for the slides that could be reserved, which they say resulted in overcrowding in attractions that could not be reserved. [12][15], Wave Village is designed for sunbathing and relaxation and includes one and two-story cabanas that can be rented by visitors. When entering the park you’ll be given a TapuTapu wearable which will transform the way you experience the waterpark. [2], On May 25, 2017, Volcano Bay officially opened to the public. This attraction at the top of the volcano puts riders in a clear chamber standing over a trap door. There are two types of cabanas, single cabanas for up to 6 people $159.99 per day and family cabanas which can hold up to 16 people for $299.99 per day. Volcano Bay is a water park, which means that you won't be taking purses or backpacks with you on rides the way you can on many theme park attractions. From here you’ll have to take a shuttle to Volcano Bay. Surrounding the volcano are real sand beaches and a large wave pool. Universal Orlando Resort’s new Volcano Bay water theme park may issue large-scale thrills across its 18 waterslides, but there’s only one you’ll come home raving about. The park appeared in season 6, episode 23 of the truTV television show Impractical Jokers, “Take Me Out at the Ballgame”. We’re going to tackle a few of these really big questions first, and then move on to explore some of the others in more depth. Some of our favorites were: mango BBQ pulled pork sandwich, longboard shaped Hawaiian pizza, coconut chicken curry, plantains, poke bowl, and much more. Volcano Bay is an awesome water park at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida that the whole family will love. The volcano isn’t just eye-candy it’s the starting point for 5 rides. The park uses a wearable under the name TapuTapu for payments and line queues. Kunuku Kooler | Exclusive sweet mixed berry punch only available at the souvenir cup Coca-Cola dispenser, 3 Day 3 Park Pass $314.99 | 4 days 3 Park $324.99 | 5 days 3 Park $334.99, 3 Day 1 Park a day pass $259.99 | 4 days 1 Park a day $269.99 | 5 days 1 Park a day $279.99, Annual passes range from $383.99- $688.99. The park opens daily at 10 am for regular admission and early admission at 8 am during the summer of 2017. Volcano Bay is the newest and coolest (literally) theme park at Universal Orlando. Be sure to check out Blizzard Beach too! In order to make purchases via TapuTapu, you’ll need to set up a Universal account on the app and link a credit card. We suggest walking around with your flip flops on because the sidewalks can get quite hot! Your TapuTapu wearable will not only wait in line for you but can also make all your park purchases. Krakatau is a 200 feet (61 m) tall artificial volcano,[3] and is the park's main icon, being displayed on the logo. I already mentioned the child play areas, pools, winding river, and Taniwha Tubes, so now let’s get into more Volcano Bay water slides.