Water Parks: Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon

Disney World boasts two of the world's best water parks -- Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon. Each is a unique adventure with its own special features. Home to Summit Plummet and other high-speed water slides, Blizzard Beach offers great fun for thrill seekers. Typhoon Lagoon is a tropical paradise with a surf pool, sharf reef, high-speed water slides and a "water coaster." Both has a "lazy river" for just chilling out.

Blizzard Beach

Ever wonder what would happen if a bizarre snow storm hit Central Florida? Disney Imagineers did — and the result is Blizzard Beach, a water park with the features of a ski resort complete with a ski-jump mountain. Set in a mix of alpine ski lodge and tropical lagoon, the highlight of the park is its plentiful supply of high-speed water slides.

Typhoon Lagoon

After the three hurricanes of 2004, the tall tale behind Typhoon Lagoon may seem too realistic — A furious storm roared across the land, leaving a shrimp boat atop a volcanic mountain and a delightful assortment of water adventures. Nestled among lush vegetation, Typhoon Lagoon is home to exciting water slides, surf pool, shark reef and a meandering stream. New in 2005, the Crush ‘n’ Gusher is the latest in “water coasters” and is a hit with thrill-loving guests.

Tickets

You can use one of your Water Park Fun and More visits for admission or purchase separate tickets. Annual Passholders receive a $4 discount for age 10+ and $3 discount for age 3-9.

Arriving at the Water Parks

Blizzard Beach: If you are staying at most WDW resorts, you will travel to Blizzard Beach via the Disney’s Animal Kingdom bus. See the resort pages for details on transportation to the park. Because Blizzard Beach is the second stop, it may be faster to drive if you have a car. If you are staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge or one of the All Star Resorts, you will travel via the Epcot bus or a special bus. If you are not staying at a WDW resort, you will drive to the Blizzard Beach parking lot, then walk to the entrance. Present your tickets at the turnstiles and enter Blizzard Beach.

Typhoon Lagoon: If you are staying at a WDW resort, you will travel to Typhoon Lagoon via the Downtown Disney bus. See the resort pages for details on transportation to the park. Because the bus makes several stops at Downtown Disney, it may be faster to drive if you have a car. If you are not staying at a WDW resort, you will drive to the Typhoon Lagoon parking lot, then walk to the entrance. Present your tickets at the turnstiles and enter Typhoon Lagoon.

After You’re Inside the Park

Send one person straight to one of the beach areas, and claim a beach chair. Send another person to one of the locker areas to claim a locker for the day. Taking care of these two things will maximize your enjoyment for the day.

More Tips

• Morning Extra Magic Hours are available for WDW resort guests on most days. Evening Magic Hours may also be available during summer months. Check the schedule when you arrive.
• Because both water parks fill up quickly during hot weather, plan to arrive as early as possible. You might also plan to arrive late-afternoon after some guests leave.
• No rivets, buckles or exposed metal on swimsuits. One-piece swimsuits are recommended.
• Towels can be rented at the park shop near the park entrance.
• Coolers are allowed, but no glass containers or alcoholic beverages.
• Blizzard Beach is mostly open to the full sun with little shade. While Typhoon Lagoon is more shaded than Blizzard Beach, you are still exposed to a high level of sun. Wear plenty of sunscreen, and reapply throughout the day.
• Wearing water shoes will keep your feet safe from the hot ground and unexpected hazards.