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Volcano Bay Ride Requirements
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The below policies apply ONLY to Universal Volcano Bay. For resort-wide requirements that also include Volcano Bay, refer to the other tabs on this page.
Guests can find specific information for each attraction on advisory signs posted near each ride. A Volcano Bay Riders Guide > will also be available at Guest Services locations.
Life Vests & Swim Ability
A U.S. Coast Guard approved Life Vest is required for children under 48” (122cm) on certain attractions. Non-swimmers are recommended to wear life vests in all areas where life vests are permitted.
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Life Vests are provided complimentary and can be found throughout the park.
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There will be different sizes organized by color. Infant Life Vests are available as well. For Guests with certain body dimension limitations, we do have a limited supply of vests that are available upon asking Concierge, a Lifeguard or Guest Services.
Riders should assess their own ability to swim prior to boarding any slide or attraction. Riders should also review all warning signage posted at the entrance to each attraction prior to making a decision to ride. Strong swimming ability is required at both Ohyah and Ohno Drop Slides as well as the TeAwa Fearless River.
Casts or Braces
Casts or braces, where permitted, must fit comfortably in ride unit and not interfere with proper functioning of the ride experience. Universal is not responsible for water damage to casts or braces. If Guests are in doubt about their ability to safely experience a ride, please consult with an attraction attendant or Guest Services for further information.
Attraction Physical Requirements
Krakatau Aqua Coaster:
Independently maintain themselves in an upright position while seated. Two natural functioning hands are required. Continuously hold the handles during the entire ride experience and must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions. No lap sitting.
Ko’okiri Body Plunge:
Stand with back, head, and heels against the wall of the capsule, with legs crossed below the knee and arms crossed over the chest and maintain this position throughout the entire ride. At minimum, two natural arms that terminate below the elbow are required and two natural legs that terminate below the knee are required. Must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions.
Kala & Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides:
Stand with back, head, and heels against the wall of the capsule, with legs crossed below the knee and arms crossed over the chest and maintain this position throughout the entire ride. At minimum, two natural arms that terminate below the elbow are required and two natural legs that terminate below the knee are required. Must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions.
Ohyah & Ohno Drop Slides:
Lay feet first, face up, with legs crossed below the knee and arms crossed over the chest while riding. At minimum, two natural arms that terminate below the elbow and two natural legs that terminate below the knee are required. Must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions. All riders must have strong swimming ability. This attraction exits into a 10-foot (3-meter) pool.
Maku:
Sit upright with legs (natural or prosthetic) towards the middle of the raft and maintain an upright position throughout the entire ride. Two functioning hands (one may be a functioning prosthetic) are required. Continuously hold the handles during the entire ride experience. Must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions. No lap sitting.
Puihi:
Sit upright with legs (natural or prosthetic) towards the middle of the raft and maintain an upright position throughout the entire ride. Two functioning hands (one may be a functioning prosthetic) are required. Continuously hold the handles during the entire ride experience. Must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions. No lap sitting.
Taniwha Tubes:
Sit upright with legs (natural or prosthetic) towards the front of the tube and maintain an upright position throughout the entire ride. Two functioning hands (one may be a functioning prosthetic) are required. Continuously hold the handles during the entire ride experience. Must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions. No lap sitting.
Punga Racers:
At minimum, two natural legs that terminate below the knee are required. You should be able to independently lie back with your head and torso against the slide surface with legs crossed below the knee and support your torso, neck and head while to absorbing the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions through the end of the run-out lane.
Ika Moana:
Sit upright with legs (natural or prosthetic) towards the middle of the raft and maintain an upright position throughout the entire ride. Two functioning hands (one may be a functioning prosthetic) are required. Continuously hold the handles during the entire ride experience. Must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions. Double riders must sit across from each other. No lap sitting.
Honu:
Sit upright with legs (natural or prosthetic) towards the middle of the raft and maintain an upright position throughout the entire ride. Two functioning hands (one may be a functioning prosthetic) are required. Continuously hold the handles during the entire ride experience. Must also be able to absorb the sudden and dramatic movements including sudden accelerations, dramatic tilting, and jarring actions. Double riders must sit across from each other. No lap sitting.
Tot Tiki Reef:
Sit upright with legs crossed at the ankles or lay back face up with feet first and with legs crossed at the ankles throughout the entire ride. At minimum, two arms that terminate below the elbow (one may be a functioning prosthetic) are required. Infants must be able to independently support their head and neck. No lap sitting. Diaper age children must wear swim diapers covered by their swimsuit.
Runamukka Reef:
Sit upright with legs crossed at the ankles or lay back face up with feet first and with legs crossed at the ankles throughout the entire ride. At minimum, two arms that terminate below the elbow (one may be a functioning prosthetic) are required. Infants must be able to independently support their head and neck. No lap sitting. Diaper age children must wear swim diapers covered by their swimsuit.
Waturi Beach:
Be able to independently support themselves during sudden onset of waves and currents. Diaper age children must wear swim diapers covered by their swimsuit.
Kopiko Wai Winding River:
Be able to independently support themselves throughout the experience. Diaper age children must wear swim diapers covered by their swimsuit.
TeAwa Fearless River:
Be able to independently support themselves throughout the entire attraction experience. Children under 48” (122cm) must enter the river accompanied by a Supervising Companion.
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