Volcano Bay
 
Artist's concept for Volcano Bay
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| Location | Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, Florida, United States |
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| Owner | NBCUniversal |
| Operated by | Universal Parks & Resorts |
| Opened | May 25, 2017 |
Volcano Bay is an upcoming water park currently being constructed as part of Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Florida. Volcano Bay will replace Wet 'n Wild as Universal Orlando's water park, and it will be the first constructed by Universal Orlando itself. The park, themed around a 200-foot-tall (61 m) volcano named "Krakatau", is scheduled to open on May 25, 2017.
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. Construction was already underway when Universal Orlando officially announced the project, and its name, on May 28, 2015. In June 2015, it was revealed that the park would replace the Universal-owned Wet 'n Wild water park, which closed on December 31, 2016.
Volcano Bay is being constructed on approximately 53 acres (21 ha) of the resort complex's overall property. Artist's concepts show a thrill slide coming from the park's central volcano, as well as a wave pool and other water slides. A lazy river and rapids slide are also shown on the plans, although park officials have stated they will reveal all of the park's planned attractions at a later date.
On June 21, 2016, Universal Orlando officials revealed additional details on Volcano Bay, including its debut attractions and its planned opening date of June 1, 2017.
On January 25, 2017, Universal Orlando revealed that the Grand Opening ceremony would be on May 25, 2017.
Volcano Bay's attractions are located in four themed areas, each inspired by various Polynesian islands and cultures. The centerpiece of the park is "Krakatau", a 200-foot-tall (61 m) volcano that will appear to have waterfalls during the day and lava flows at night.
The area located in the park's signature volcano will also include a first-of-its-kind slide attraction, with details to be revealed at the grand opening on May 25.
Wave Village is designed for sunbathing and relaxation and includes one- and two-story cabanas that can be rented by visitors.
The River Village area contains attractions for families and for younger visitors.
The final section of the park contains a large number of thrill slides, including body slides and raft slides ridden with multiple riders.
Coordinates: 28°27′41″N 81°28′23″W / 28.4614°N 81.4731°W
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