How many pools does Volcano Bay have?

And welcome to Universal Orlando Resort's newest park, Volcano Bay, which features 13 slides, two winding rivers, three lagoon pools, and two splash pads (in addition to the beautiful scenery, the island theming, and some delicious food options – kids will flip for the Waturi Fusion rainbow ice cream at Koka Poroka!).



Universal's Volcano Bay water theme park features two main primary pools that serve as the focal points for relaxation and play. The first and largest is Waturi Beach, a massive, multi-directional wave pool located at the base of the 200-foot Krakatau volcano. It features a sandy beach and multiple wave patterns throughout the day. The second is The Reef, a calmer leisure pool adjacent to Waturi Beach that provides a "front-row seat" to riders plunging through the Ko’okiri Body Plunge slide. While there are only two large "swimming" pools, the park is filled with other water-based areas including two lazy rivers (Kopiko Wai Winding River and the faster TeAwa The Fearless River) and two dedicated children's water play areas (Runamukka Reef and Tot Tiki Reef). Combined, these areas create a sprawling "water playground" experience that feels more like a tropical resort than a traditional concrete water park.

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A clear plexi tube shoots straight through the 5.5-foot deep shallows, which feature its own private waterfall perfect for frolicking. It's the ideal place for leisure lovers in search of an idyllic setting to while away the day.

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Join in the centuries-old tradition of honoring the volcano god, Vol, by braving the incredible Ko'okiri Body Plunge. Featuring a 70-degree fall through a drop door and 125 feet of white-knuckle fun, this dizzying descent ends with a watery tribute from Vol himself.

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Make sure you've got strong swimmers if you plan to do the Ohno and Ohyah drop slides. These two body slides plunge into a 10-foot-deep pool! Volcano Bay does not provide any free towels, so be sure to bring your own if you do not want to rent them (it costs $7).

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The two water parks differ in their ownership, but the major difference between Typhoon Lagoon and Volcano Bay is the attractions. Volcano Bay, which is a Universal park, favors more thrilling attractions, with several large water slides. Typhoon Lagoon in Disney World is geared more toward a relaxing experience.

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Almost all of the pools and attractions at Universal's Volcano Bay are heated. This allows the water park to stay open from summer all the way through winter.

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VOLCANO BAY TIP: The rides at Volcano Bay only close during inclement weather, so as long as there's no thunder or lightning, you should be good to go on the rides.

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From their website: Lockers can be found in all three sections of Universal's Volcano Bay™. There are three different locker sizes available: mini, regular, and family ($8, $12 and $15 respectively). Helpful?

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Is this fresh water or salt water - Universal Volcano Bay. Helpful? Freshwater.

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Plus, the park is considerably more than some other waterparks like SeaWorld's Aquatica. Having shelled out that money ourselves and spending the day at the park, we are happy to say that yes, Volcano Bay is worth the money.

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Krakatau is a 200 feet (61 m) tall artificial volcano and is the park's main icon that is displayed on the logo. The volcano houses three drop-capsule slides, Ko'okiri Body Plunge, the tallest body slide in America ranging at 125 feet tall, and also the first to travel through a pool full of guests.

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Along with the Ko'okiri Body Plunge, Kala and Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides are the tallest drop capsule slides in the world at 125 ft.

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I wore my modest bathing suit that was a full shirt and a skirt with leggings and had not issues on any rides. All of it was swimsuit material. Swim shirts are not only allowed but VB sells a special VB branded one too.

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You are not allowed to bring in coolers, but you can bring in water bottles and food in plastic containers (no glass) if you have a food allergy. While the TapuTapu will help reduce the amount of time you spend in line, don't expect no lines.

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