Island H2O Live! Water Park at Margaritaville Resort Orlando: A Sensational Social Media Splash!
Regular Orlando travelers are probably fairly familiar with some of the more well-known water parks in the area: Universal’s Volcano Bay, Blizzard Beach, SeaWorld’s Aquatica, CoCo Key Water Park, Typhoon Lagoon…
But did you know that there’s an incredible, highly-immersive water park located at Margaritaville Resort? The reason this family-friendly water park stands out from the rest is partly due to the unique set-up and theme of the park. It’s social media-themed! Unusual? Maybe, but also – of the future! Island H2O is the first of its kind.
The idea is to post, post, post away! You can download the Island H2O Live app, and guests can also select playlists and lighting effects through their H2O armbands!
(Make sure to stop in at the selfie video booths and post the results for your followers to see!)
Island H2O Live! Admissions
The water park season for Island H2O Live! is typically from March – November (with heated pools in the fall.) The hours each day will vary but typically are 10:00 am – 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm.
On some weekends in the summer, the park will stay open until 9:00 pm!
Island H2O Live! also has what they call a “Sunshine Guarantee.” In the event the weather becomes stormy enough that rides have to close for over 2 hours and guests leave during this time of ride closures, they may receive a “Sunshine Ticket” so they can return to the water park later in the season. For more specific details on the Sunshine Guarantee, you can click here.
How Much Island H2O Tickets?
Tickets for Island H2O Water Park are $59.99 + tax/per person, with a $10 discount for children and seniors. (As of writing, there is an Any Day Ticket Sale for $45.99!)
You can also buy a season pass for unlimited visits for the season for a total of $79.99 + tax/per person. This one is the best deal if you’re going to visit more than once this season or if you live nearby! The price is normally $109.99, but the current summer sale saves you $30.
Where Will You Park?
Standard parking at Island H2O is $10 for each vehicle. Parking fees are waived for some Season Passes or if you’re driving a bus with 15+ passengers.
Additionally, Island H2O offers “Preferred Parking” for $20. These spaces are as close to the park as you can get! Guests can purchase this option to get a VIP parking space reserved for them in advance. Fancy!
If you’re an active Season Pass member, then your parking is free, and if you’d like to reserve a VIP parking space, your price will only be $10.
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Does the Park Provide Towels?
Towels are not provided by Island H2O, but guests may bring their own towels inside the park. If you happen to forget your trusty towels, there are towels available for purchase inside the park.
While outside towels are allowed, outside food, drink, inflatable floats, or coolers (unless they are soft-sided coolers no larger than 8.5” x 6” x 6”) are not allowed in the water park. Thankfully there are some snacks available in the park, which we’ll discuss in a bit! (Note: allergy and medical needs may be exceptions to this rule.)
We’re happy to note that life jackets are provided!
What Are The Best Rides and Slides at Island H2O Water Park?
The rides are most likely why you’re going to Island H2O Water Park, right?
So, let’s chat Island H2O rides and slides:
- Drop Down: A freefall vertical drop just waiting for you! (Don’t forget to check the video afterward!)
- Reply Racers: If you love to race to the finish line, then you’re going to be thrilled swooshing down these slides! Whether you come in first or last, these slides are super fast! Compete against other people in your crew for the ultimate prize: bragging rights. (There are six slides total!)
- Pelican’s Paradise: This super fun kid’s play area is a must-stop during your day at Island H2O Live! if you have little ones in tow.
- Reload Rapids: Everyone loves a tube ride. They’re fast, exciting, and tons of fun! The Reload Rapids is no exception. Look around at the lights and rock out to the music while you slip and slide.
- Follow Me Falls: Incredible ups and downs in the form of a thrill slide!
- Profile Plunge: This one’s WILD! Get ready for some plunges and turns. The whole family can hop into one of the large tubes and get hyped for upbeat music and a major splash at the end!
- Candy Stripe Cove: Fun slides that give off Candy Land vibes! Candy Stripe Cove is an area for kids – open to anyone 36 inches or taller. (Lord Licorice not allowed!)
- Live Streaming: This ride is super cool with a 360° loop! This slide is even video-embedded (have you ever heard of such a thing?), so rather than just a photo at the end, you’ll have an impressive video to share on your social accounts!
- The Downloader: The Downloader is an awesome vertical drop! There’s an option for the rider to select a playlist of their choice, and the ride is fast and fun. Must be 48 inches and with an adult if you are 16 years or younger.
- Hashtag Heights: A super speedy waterslide filled with big drops and fast motion. Don’t forget to check out the awesome video at the end and share it on your socials!
What Are The Live Zones?
- Chat Creek: Island H2O’s answer to a lazy river!
- Live! Lagoon: The Lagoon is the wave pool at Island H2O. Grab your crew and an inner tube!
- Level Up: This area is for the sports peeps! Go splash around and dunk a basket at the same time!
- Private Domain: A relaxing pool area for adults over 21.
Don’t forget to “Be Live!” and utilize the stations where you can go live on your social media! Share through the Island H2O Live! app.
Social Stations include:
- Be Live (A social station where you can go live.)
- Selfie Shack: This one’s not a ride, but it is a great selfie op.
Where Can You Eat At Island H20?
Megabytes: A fantastic spot for snacks and even lunch! Grab a Buffalo Chicken Flatbread, Cheeseburger, Chicken Strip Basket, Footlong Cheesedog, Turkey Club, Giant Pretzel…you name it! Don’t forget to grab a souvenir bottle for $13.99.
Tag Shack: Delicious drinks! Be sure to tag your friends in the group picture!
Apps & Eats: Afternoon snacks are available here.
We know you can’t wait to check out all the live-ly and social fun at Island H2O Live! Water Park at Margaritaville Resort Orlando. Have a blast, and tag us in your posts so we know how you heard about this one-of-a-kind water park!
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