Volcano Bay water park officially announced at Universal Orlando, third park to open in 2017

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Guests splash and enjoy the wave pool at Volcano Bay, set against the iconic Krakatau volcano with its dramatic waterfalls and lush palm trees, capturing the excitement of Universal Orlando’s premier water park.

Universal Orlando today officially announced they are adding another park to their popular resort. Volcano Bay is the name of Universal Orlando’s new water park, set to open in 2017.

Already under construction clearly visible from I-4 near the Cabana Bay hotel, Volcano Bay joins Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure to make Universal Orlando a 3-park destination.

Universal claims Volcano bay “reimagines what it means to be a water park.”

Guests unwind at Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando Resort, surrounded by the iconic Krakatau volcano, cascading waterfalls, lush palm trees, and a sparkling wave pool as the sun sets over this immersive water theme park.

Volcano Bay will feature unique attractions and places for relaxation amidst a theme of tropical islands.

No further details or specific attractions have been revealed about Volcano Bay, though a closer look at the artwork reveals beaches, observation areas, and plenty of slides – including one tube that shoots right through the giant volcano:

Guests plunge down a thrilling waterslide into a sparkling pool at Universal’s Volcano Bay, as others enjoy the vibrant, tropical atmosphere and unwind in Orlando’s premier water park.

Guests unwind by the sparkling pool at Universal’s Volcano Bay, surrounded by lush palm trees and colorful South Pacific-inspired architecture, as the sun sets and brings the park’s vibrant energy to life.

Guests enjoying the thrilling waterfalls and attractions at Volcano Bay, Universal Orlando, surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and towering water slides.

Guests gather on a circular balcony carved into towering rock, overlooking a majestic waterfall cascading down the mountainside—a scene straight out of Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando, where thrilling water rides and breathtaking views await.

Universal Orlando also owns nearby Wet ‘n’ Wild Orlando, the future of which has yet to be revealed.

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