Humunga Kowabunga

by | Aug 2, 2024 | Typhoon Lagoon, Typhoon Lagoon Attractions, Water Parks

Humunga Kowabunga at Typhoon Lagoon

Ready for a wild ride? Humunga Kowabunga at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon will provide one! This near-vertical body slide drops riders down five stories from the peak of Mount Mayday, helping thrillseekers hit top speeds as they race against one another down three identical 214-foot-long slides.

Humunga Kowabunga Fast Facts

  • Location: Typhoon Lagoon
  • Height Requirement: 48 inches
  • Attraction Length: Varies
  • Lightning Lane Multi Pass: No
  • Ride Type: Enclosed body slide
  • Early Theme Park Entry Eligible: No
  • Extended Evening Hours Eligible: Yes
  • Ride Switch Available: No

Queue

The outdoor queue for Humunga Kowabunga does include stairs (and plenty of sun) to reach the top.

Accessibility 

Guests must be ambulatory to ride.

On-Ride Photo

There is no on-ride photo for this attraction.

Is Humunga Kowabunga Kid-Friendly?

The completely enclosed body slide design and steep 214-foot practically vertical drop of Humunga Kowabunga make this water slide a no-go for most kids. 

While this Typhoon Lagoon attraction is decidedly not kid-friendly, it is tween- and teen-friendly. If you’re visiting the water park with anyone who wants a good thrill or a high-speed ride, this is where you’ll want to head.

Best For: Thrillseeking tweens, teens, and adults who aren’t afraid of some serious speed.

Will Humunga Kowabunga Cause Motion Sickness?

Thanks to its near-vertical design, Humunga Kowabunga shouldn’t cause motion sickness for most guests. 

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Authored by
Heather Adams

Heather Adams, Disneyland Expert and Mom | A lifelong Disneyland enthusiast who's familiar with every square inch of the Anaheim theme parks, Heather has spent over 30 years becoming an expert in all things Disney. A Disney Adult turned Disney Mom, she's now quickly becoming a pro at taking her little one to the theme parks and familiarizing herself with navigating crowds with diaper bags, strollers, and plenty of baby gear. If you're planning a Disney vacation with kids under age 3, she's got all of the advice you need.