The Ultimate Guide to Volcano Bay Rides and Attractions
Are you planning a trip to Universal Orlando’s Volcano Bay? Here is our Ultimate Guide to all Volcano Bay rides and attractions. Below you can find everything you need to know about Volcano Bay’s rides and attractions.
Volcano Bay Rides
Honu ika Moana
At this ride spot, there are two giant slides where up to 5 people can raft the tubing course together. The two slide options are the blue slide, named Honu, and the green slide named Ika. The Honu is themed after turtles, has two large rafting walls, and is full of twists and turns. The Ika is the more easygoing of the two slide options. It is themed after whales and sprays water on your raft as you slide down to the bottom. Either course is great fun for your family to enjoy!
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Kala & Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides
The Kala and Tai Nui are two slides. These serpentine body slides have twin drop doors and open at the same time. Since this is a single-person drop slide, there are no tubes or rafts used during this experience.
Ko’okiri Body Plunge
Below is an image of the bottom of the Ko’okiri Body Plunge slide. This slide starts inside the iconic volcano. Since this is a plunge slide, only one person can go at a time. Ko’okiri Body Plunge is a 70-degree drop slide that is 125 feet long. There are no tubes or rafts used during this experience.
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Kopiko Wai Winding River
Kopiko Wai Winding River is the lazy river at Volcano Bay. Here you can enjoy the lush scenery and relax floating your day away. You may get sprayed with water along the way as you float down the river, but overall it is relaxing. The river takes you underneath the volcano and into the stargazer’s cavern, which is magical. This lazy river is great for all ages.
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Krakatau Aqua Coaster
This ride is the Krakatau Aqua Coaster. This coaster is one of the few rides that happen to be inside the volcano at Volcano Bay. On the Aqua Coaster, riders will experience a fast-paced, up-and-down course. This ride sits up to 4 people in a raft at a time.
Maku Puihi Round Raft Rides
The Maku and Puihi Raft Rides is a slide ride made up of two slides. These slides use rafts where riders can sit up to 6 at a time. The two slides are the Maku and the Puihi. The Maku slide is full of spins, twists, and curves. While, the Puihi slide takes you into a dark winding tunnel that sends you into a funnel-like experience.
Ohyah and Ohno Drop Slides
This ride consists of two slides; one green slide and one purple slide. The Ohno is a serpentine-style slide that has a rigorous course that ends 6 feet above the pool at the bottom. The Ohyah is a twisty slide that is not as rigorous as the Ohno. The Ohyah ends 4 feet above the pool at the end. There are no tubes or rafts used during this experience.
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Puka Uli Lagoon
Puka Uli Lagoon is a relaxing pool that is great for everyone. There are water spraying features and other fun water elements that decorate this lagoon.
Punga Racers
Punga Racers is a four-slide ride. Each slide allows for one rider at a time and tends to be a favorite among kids. While sliding through this ride, you will go through underwater sea caves to reach the end. There are no tubes or rafts used during this experience.
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Runamukka Reef
Runamukka Reef is exactly as it sounds. It is the perfect place at Volcano Bay for children to run a muck! This area is for the little ones to let loose. There are bubbling geysers, stationary water guns, slides, and dump cups. This playful spot is a space for those little ones to keep cool.
TeAwa The Fearless River
TeAwa The Fearless River is similarly structured to the lazy river. However, it is not a lazy river in the slightest. This river is a water thrill experience. Wearing a life vest, you race along this fast-paced river full of rapid waters and choppy waves.
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The Reef
The Reef is a separate leisure pool. At this pool, you have a great view of those who went on the Ko’okiri Body Plunge. The clear tubes of the Body Plunge go through this pool, for all to see the brave sliders. There is also a private waterfall in this pool area.
Taniwha Tubes
Taniwha Tubes is a four-slide ride where riders can double up or go solo on one of the four slides. Out of these four slides, there are two blue and two green. The blue slides are the Raki. The green slides are the Tonga. On the Tonga slides, there are tiki statues positioned throughout the course that spray water when you are least expecting it.
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Tot Tiki Reef
Tot Tiki Reef is for the little ones and is next to Runamukka Reef. Here there are splash slides, a toddler-sized volcano, and tiki fountains. Plus, there are little whale statues that spray water and sing as kids raise and lower their hands. Tot Tiki Reef is a perfect place for babies and toddlers to cool off in a safe and kid-friendly environment.
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Waturi Beach
On this beach, you can lay out in the sun and tan; or enjoy the wave pool. There are lounge chairs next to the water for towels and belongings. This section of the park is welcoming to all ages. Just be mindful of the waves for younger swimmers.
FAQs
- How do I get in line for Volcano Bay rides?
All ride lines at Volcano Bay are Virtual Lines. Meaning, there will be no long lines in sight!
- How does the Virtual Line work at Volcano Bay?
When entering the park, you will get an electronic wristband called a TapuTapu. Your TapuTapu will keep track of your spot in line after you tap it to the designated attraction virtual queue sign at the ride entrance. As demonstrated in the image below.
- Can I be in more than one ride’s Virtual Line at Volcano Bay?
No. Your TapuTapu can only count down the time for one ride at a time.
- Is TapuTapu free at Volcano Bay?
Yes! These waterproof electronic wristbands are included with your park admission.
- Can I make cashless payments with my TapuTapu?
Yes! You can connect your TapuTapu to your credit card through the Universal Orlando Resort App.
- Does Volcano Bay give free towels?
No. Volcano Bay does not provide any free towels. So, please remember to bring towels with you to Volcano Bay. Otherwise, you will either have to rent or buy towels there.
Final Thoughts
We hope you found our Ultimate Guide to Volcano Bay Rides helpful. Do you have a favorite ride or attraction at Volcano Bay? Let us know what you think in the comments below! Enjoy!
