A complete list of water rides at Universal Orlando

Are you looking for a list of water rides at Universal Orlando? You’re in luck because that’s what we’re doing to share with you today! Universal Orlando is known for thrilling roller coasters and family-friendly screen-based rides, but you’ll find a few water rides at Universal Orlando too!

Fun fact: Did you know that all of the Universal Orlando water rides are in Islands of Adventure? That’s right! There are no water rides at Universal Studios or Epic Universe*!

That said, starting this list of water rides at Universal Orlando without mentioning Volcano Bay wouldn’t be fair. Since Volcano Bay is a water park, ALL the rides are water rides and are not mentioned here. However, we have a full guide to Universal’s Volcano Bay, so check that out when you’re done here!

Before we get started, let me introduce myself. My name is Amy, and I’m a Universal Travel Agent, a travel blogger, a Florida resident, and a long-time Universal Annual Passholder.

I have firsthand experience with the parks, hotels, rides, dining options, and more, enabling me to offer tailored recommendations and insider tips to enhance your Universal vacation. Contact me for more information if you’d like assistance booking your Universal vacation at no cost to you. 

One more Universal Pro Tip. Having a car can be handy during your Universal vacation. I recommend renting a car from Discount USA Car Rental. They have the best prices, and you don’t have to pay until you pick it up!

What are the water rides at Universal Orlando?

So, let’s get to this list of water rides at Universal Orlando! There are only three true water rides at Universal Orlando, and we’ll start with the rides where you’ll get the least wet, to the most.

I also threw in a bonus at the bottom because it’s a fun kids ride where you can get pretty soaked if you’re not careful!

If you want more info about the rides at Universal Orlando, check out All the rides at Epic Universe , Wizarding World of Harry Potter Rides and a complete list of rides at Universal Orlando.

Water rides at Islands of Adventure

Here are the three main water rides in Islands of Adventure, plus a bonus!

If you want to stay dry, make sure to bring some ponchos. Just keep in mind that they may not help on Popeye’s and Bluto’s. Please don’t ask me how I know!

Jurassic Park River Adventure Ride

This is a thrilling water ride that starts calm and then takes a turn! You’ll begin with a nice little adventure with friendly dinosaurs and end up in the restricted area! There’s an 85-foot drop at the end, so be prepared with any young kids. Anyone who is too small or scared to ride can watch from Thunder Falls (one of the best places to eat at Universal) and even get a little splash.

Location: Jurassic Park

Height Requirements: 42″

Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls

This is the most thrilling of the three water rides at Islands of Adventure. You won’t get as soaked as Popeye’s and Bluto’s, but depending on your seating, you might get pretty wet. This is your standard theme park “drop” ride with the biggest drop being 75 feet.

Location: Toon Lagoon

Height Requirements: 44 inches

Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges

Of all the water rides at Universal Orlando, Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges is where you’ll get soaked. Don’t think a poncho will save you here, it won’t! Make sure to put anything that needs to stay dry in the bin in the middle! There are water canons on “The Olive,” and even if you manage to stay dry on the ride itself, it’s likely that over guests will get you with these canons!

Location: Toon Lagoon

Height Requirements: 42″

Bonus: One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish

Also located in Islands of Adventure, you’ll find One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish in Suess Landing. While it’s not technically one of the water rides at Universal Orlando, you will get very wet on this ride if you’re not careful! However, I have a pro tip for you! Listen to the song and follow the directions carefully if you want to stay dry. 

Location: Suess Landing

Height Requirements: None

Motion Sickness Warning: No

Bonus: The Water Taxi

Okay, the Water taxis at Universal aren’t really a water ride because you won’t get wet, but they are on the water! The water taxis go between Universal’s Signature Resorts and CityWalk.

However, you don’t have to be a guest at Universal Resort to ride the water taxi! If you’re staying at a Universal hotel (other than Dockside and Surfside) you can pool hop to any of the resort pools. You can also ride the water taxi to dine, shop, or just check out the Signature Resorts! To learn more, check out: Which Universal Hotels have the water taxi?

Bonus: Water rides at Epic Universe

I know I said that Epic Universe has no water rides, and it doesn’t, but it’s worth mentioning that there is one ride with water features and you will get wet! It’s not a traditional water ride, but Fyre Drill in Isle of Berk is an interactive boat ride where you can spray water canons at other boats, so we’ll add it as a fun bonus. Check out all the rides at Epic Universe to learn more.

Water rides at Universal Orlando

I hope this list of Universal Orlando water rides was exactly what you were looking for! Contact me today if you’d like help planning your vacation.

Check out more Universal travel tips on the blog:

• What to pack for Universal Studios (and what to wear at Universal)
• All the Universal Orlando Hotel Types explained
• How to visit the entire Wizarding World of Harry Potter in one day
• Hidden secrets of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
• Endless Summer Surfside Inn and Suites Review
• Things to do at Universal Orlando with toddlers and babies

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