Breaking: Big Change and Park Closure Coming to Universal Volcano Bay

Universal is making a big change to Volcano Bay. The park will also close for an extended period of time. Find out what is changing and how this will impact you.

Volcano Bay

Universal’s Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando is quite possibly one of the BEST water parks there is. It is an exciting tropical paradise right in the heart of Orlando.

This fantastic water park offers both thrill rides and chill experiences. And, there is plenty of great dining so that you can refuel during your visit.

Whether you are sliding down a massive slide, floating along a lazy river, or relaxing in a lounge chair, it is most assuredly a GREAT way to spend any day alternating between playing and relaxing.

TapuTapu

TapuTapu is a watch-like armband that you strap onto your wrist and wear during your visit to Volcano Bay. TapuTapu serves several purposes. Most importantly, you will use it to scan at attractions to reserve a return time so that you don’t have to wait in long physical lines.

You can enjoy other areas of the park and attractions with lower or no wait times while your TapuTapu counts down the moments until you can return to an attraction. Best of all, it is (usually) FREE for guests at Volcano Bay. 

This service did disappear for a short time. You can read about that HERE.

TapuTapu Changes

Today, Universal confirmed that TapuTapu will be ending. Beginning October 1st, TapuTapu and virtual line will no longer be available!

Beginning October 1st, TapuTapu wearable and virtual line at Volcano Bay will no longer be available.

With this removal of TapuTapu and the virtual line, one can assume that more guests will purchase Express Pass. Only time will tell.

Seasonal Closure

Universal also shared today that Volcano Bay will have a seasonal closure. This seasonal closure will begin on October 26, 2026. The park will reopen on or before March 24, 2027.

Volcano Bay will have a seasonal closure on October 26th and will reopen on or before March 24, 2027.

What do you think of TapuTapu and the virtual line no longer being available? Will this impact your vacation? Will the scheduled seasonal closure impact you? let us know in the comments below and be sure to share this post with your friends!