Universal Orlando Permanently Retires Volcano Bay's TapuTapu Virtual Queue
The water park now uses traditional standby lines following a quiet discontinuation of the eight-year wearable system.
Overview
- Universal confirmed earlier this month that TapuTapu’s virtual-line functionality at Volcano Bay has been ended for good.
- The waterproof bands had allowed guests to reserve return times at slides, but visitors must now wait in regular queues.
- Reporting links the decision to recurring issues such as long virtual waits, bands slipping off, and missed alerts, though Universal has not detailed a full rationale.
- Guests who valued TapuTapu’s accessibility benefits will need to plan around standard accommodations offered at the park.
- Volcano Bay is slated to close for refurbishment from October 26, 2026 through March 24, 2027, with coverage expecting maintenance and slide upgrades rather than new attractions.