In early summer 2017, a first-of-its-kind water theme park will erupt at Universal Orlando Resort – Universal’s Volcano Bay. It will be an innovative experience filled with incredible thrills and perfected relaxation. And on November 15, you will have the chance to purchase tickets to experience it firsthand.
Volcano Bay will span 30 fully immersive acres and feature a variety of experiences that range from daring to serene. Dozens of unique attractions will offer something for everyone, including a multi-directional wave pool with sandy beaches, a peaceful winding river, twisting multi-rider raft rides, speeding body slides that drop from the top of the volcano into the waters below – and more. And the best part – you won’t have to wait in long lines to enjoy any of it.
Krakatau Aqua Coaster is a state-of-the-art coaster that will take you on an exciting voyage unlike any other, and the all-new TapuTapu wearable technology that will redefine the way guests experience water parks.
Krakatau Aqua Coaster will be the star experience at Universal’s Volcano Bay – combining innovative ride technology with water theme park thrills to take families on an unforgettable adventure through the park’s massive icon – the 200-foot Krakatau volcano.
Guests will board specially-designed canoes and propel downwards – and upwards – through the volcano’s interior peaks and valleys. You’ll twist, turn and plummet along dark passageways, be launched through sparkling waterfalls and so much more.
Universal is using some of the incredible technology that makes its theme park attractions so compelling to create a first-of-its-kind aqua coaster in Florida. The attraction will use linear induction motor technology, which launches the canoe uphill before it immediately sends riders into a downhill plunge. This technology – combined with the immersive theming Universal is known for – will make Krakatau Aqua Coaster a unique water theme park attraction that’s fun for the entire family.
What is TapuTapu?
TapuTapu is a wearable technology that allows you to wait in line virtually while you’re playing in other areas of the park. Each guest will receive a TapuTapu upon arrive to the park which will alert you when it’s your turn to ride so you can head over to the attraction.
Another function of your TapuTapu is “tap-to-play” which lets your create special effects like controlling streams of water from whales in Tot Tiki Reef, shooting water cannons at guests riding down the Kopiko Wai Winding River, and illuminating images in volcano caves.
Universal’s Volcano Bay is designed to be as fun and hassle-free as possible. Will you be purchasing your tickets on November 15?!