Fun Facts
The Crush 'n' Gusher "water coaster" thrill ride at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park has powerful jets that pump 1,350 US gallons of water per minute to propel Guests through hairpin turns and thrusts them down drops of up to 420 feet!
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, one of 2 Water Parks in Walt Disney World Resort, features attractions for the whole family—from fast waterslides to a children's area with pint-sized raft rides. Catch 6-foot waves in the Surf Pool and snorkel Shark Reef —with real sharks!
According to Disney legend, Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park was created in the wake of the storm-of-storms. During the meteorological disturbance, surfboards were hurled into palm trees and boats were tossed through thatched roofs of beach houses… and onto mountains.
A hapless shrimp boat, Miss Tilly, journeying from Safen Sound, Florida, found itself swept up by the twisting tides of the fierce typhoon. The storm's force propelled the boat onto the peak of the volcanic mountain, Mount Mayday.
To this day Miss Tilly, the shrimp boat, still sits—impaled and precariously perched. Every half hour, the boat's whistle blows and the volcano attempts to dislodge its burden by bursting, causing an enormous geyser of water to shoot skyward.
After the storm swept out to sea, the Disney legend concludes, Mount Mayday became the source for many waterslides. Surrounding the mountain, a 56-acre topsy-turvy tropical paradise was formed—full of waterways, rivers, rapids and slides: a sun-drenched Water Park.
Hot Advice
Renting a locker for your personal belongings is highly recommended, especially if you plan on experiencing the big thrill attractions—since it may be difficult to keep track of your hats, glasses, jewelry and things while plunging down high-speed and steep drops.
It is also advisable to wear water shoes or flip-flops while visiting Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, as you may choose to climb stairs to access certain attractions. Plus, the ground can get hot and so will your feet!
Guest Services
Guest Services at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
covers such topics as what to wear, where to find ATMs and how to rent lockers. This list also provides a description of the rigorous training Disney lifeguards must receive to maintain the high level of safety at Disney Water Parks.
Attractions
Attractions at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
consists of 9 waterslides—one with near-vertical drops, a children's play area, the Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool
with 6-foot waves, and Shark Reef
—where you can snorkel with real sharks and schools of colorful fish.
Dining
Dining at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park includes quick-service restaurants, an outdoor pool bar and 2 picnic areas. Grab a snack, light lunch or dinner for less than $15 per person. Price range is based on average Guest check, not including alcohol, tax and tip.
Calendars
Calendars for Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park hours, operational updates and special events.
Transportation
Transportation to and from Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
is available via bus throughout Walt Disney World Resort, and is complimentary for Walt Disney World Resort hotel Guests. For Guests choosing to drive, complimentary self-parking is also available.
Walt Disney World Resort
- Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park
- Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park
- Epcot theme park
- Magic Kingdom theme park
- Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
- Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park
- Disney's BoardWalk Area
- Downtown Disney Area
- Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex
- Disney Resort hotels
Buy Online
November 1, 2009 - January 9, 2010
Visit Disney's Blizzard Beach during this time.
Quick Tips
- Ketchakiddee Creek is a water play area in Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. Featuring 10 different activity areas with fun water features and kid-sized slides, this is a perfect place to play for little ones who are less than 48 inches tall.
- Borrow a life jacket free of charge and rent lockers and towels—all are available near the entrance of the Park, as well as near the Shark Reef attraction and Hammerhead Fred's Dive Shop. Guest Services at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park provides more information on how to rent lockers and towels, and pick up life jackets.
- Hop on a raft along Castaway Creek , a meandering stream that circles Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, for a mild ride for Guests of all ages.
- Purchase the Magic Your Way Package Plus Dining ticket option, which includes the Disney Dining Plan , and receive a 30% savings per person at more than 100 select Walt Disney World restaurants—from snacks and quick meals to Disney Signature restaurants and Character Dining.
- Swim diapers, for diaper-aged children, are required in Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and are available for purchase at Singapore Sal's store, near the entrance of the Water Park.
