Fierce Fun at Volcano Bay Waterpark

Are you looking for the ultimate aquatic adventure? Dive into the warm waters of Volcano Bay in Orlando - a revolutionary theme park from Universal Studios. With its exhilarating water slides, tranquil beaches, and unique volcano centerpiece, it’s the perfect spot for a summer getaway. Volcano Bay offers more than just a great time - it also redefines the standard for water parks, providing guests with a host of innovative amenities and attractions to enjoy. In this article, we’ll explore all of the magical experiences that await you at Volcano Bay. From vivid Polynesian-inspired architecture and imaginative water slides, to immersive attractions and world-class cuisine, Volcano Bay delivers a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Come see why this is the hottest new aquatic theme park in Orlando!

Universal has a water park and it does not disappoint! Volcano Bay has great water slides, lazy rivers, the TapuTapu virtual queue and great places for families to get away from the bustle of theme park life.  Throughout the park you will see vibrant colors and architecture inspired by the travels of the Waturi People, it truly is a tropical paradise right in the middle of Orlando. The main walking trails are cement, but the beach areas are covered in sand. There is also abundant seating and umbrellas at the end of every slide, there are numerous bathrooms and enough lifejackets for everyone. You will also find family restrooms with roll-in showers.

When you arrive at the park you will receive your wearable TapuTapu. This device was specifically designed for Volcano Bay. You can use it for everything from renting lockers to reserving your spot in line! Virtual lines are amazing here at Volcano Bay, you just tap the kiosk next to the water attraction that you want to ride, and it puts you in line, so you can play, eat, or relax until it’s your time to splash. This technology only allows you to have one virtual line at a time but you can ride any attraction if the kiosk says “ride now.” Don’t forget to interact with the many different Tiki statues found throughout the park – you can make the statues squirt water or even belch.

​There is ample free seating for everyone in the family, but you can upgrade your experience by reserving premium seating. There are single unit cabanas that hold 6 people, or family cabanas that hold up to 16 people. Each cabana comes with comfy chairs, refrigerator stocked with cold water, towels, snacks, and concierge service. Reserved premium seating is also available, these lounge chairs come with a shade structure and concierge service. If you are not using premium seating make sure you bring your own towel, towels are available for rent at the park though! 

​A trip to the tropics is not complete without a tropical drink and Volcano Bay has everything you would crave. From kid-friendly dishes to grownup bites, there are more than 60 unique menu items to choose from all inspired by the flavors of the South Pacific. The Dancing Dragons Boat Bar or Kunuku Boat Bar have beer, wine, tropical specialty drinks in a souvenir cup. The Feasting Frog, Bambu or Kohala Reef Restaurant & Social club have all your quick service meals covered. From burgers to salads even the most finicky eater will find something palatable. All these treats are available for delivery if you choose Premium Seating!

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Let’s talk attractions! Volcano Bay seventeen things to do from the Aqua Coaster to the Lazy River everyone in your party will find something to do. For those that are not into water slides there are four amazing areas to enjoy calm waters: Waturi Beach, The Reef, Puka Uli Lagoon, and Kopiko Wai Winding River. Want a thrill, there are several slides to choose from, there are racers, body slides, and slides with drops. The Ko’okiri body plunge has a 70 degree fall for 125 feet of thrilling fun. Raft slides range from two person tubes to five-person thrill rides through dark caverns of Krakatau. You don’t have to haul your tube to the top of the slide either, Volcano Bay has that all covered for you! The Aqua coaster should not be missed but don’t forget your goggles! 

 
TIP: If you stay at The Cabana Bay Beach Resort or The Aventura Hotel the water theme park is a short walk and from all the other hotels it is easily accessible with resort bus transportation. Volcano Bay is a great place to relax as a family while you are visiting the Universal Resort in Orlando and a great place to step away from the fast-paced schedule of a theme park trip.
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You can have this experience for yourself and your family!
To schedule your Universal Orlando Resort vacation, contact:
Jennifer Marshall
​Phone: 253-951-9770
Email: jinoue@mdvtrips.com