Minions vs. Minions at Universal Kids Resort: rides, play areas, and parent tips
Families planning a visit to Universal Kids Resort may want to pack an extra set of clothes for this one. Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club pairs a family raft ride with splash-filled play areas, a small golf-cart-themed ride and silly experiences that easily keep kids entertained.
When Universal announced a Minions experience for its first family-focused park, many fans might have expected a scaled-down simulator. Instead, Bello Bay Club offers a sloshing boat ride, splash play area, and a zany golf-themed ride.
What is Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club?
Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club is a Minions-themed area at Universal Kids Resort inspired by a chaotic beach vacation hosted by Illumination’s mischievous yellow characters. Families can board the Bello Bay Cruise boat ride, cool off in small splash zones, encounter vacation-ready Minions, and explore a colorful waterfront setting filled with playful details and surprises.
Screenshot from a video shared by Universal Destinations & Experiences
The vacation Minions make a theme park debut for Universal Kids Resort. The idea of Minions on holiday has appeared before in Illumination’s 2021 “Saturday Morning Minions” short “Mini Vacation.”
Ride: Bello Bay Cruise
At the center of Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club is ‘Bello Bay Cruise,’ a family-friendly water ride that drops guests into the middle of a chaotic showdown between Yellow Minions and Purple Minions.
According to Universal, the rival Minions have turned Bello Bay into a splash-filled battleground, with riders braving the rapids to see which side is gaining the upper hand. Families should also prepare to get wet— it’s all part of the fun.
Height requirement
- Minimum height: 40 inches (102 cm)
- Supervising companion required: Children under 48 inches must ride with a supervising companion.
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Photo by Dani Meyering
A 40-inch height requirement places ‘Bello Bay Cruise’ among the higher height requirements for attractions at Universal Kids Resort. For many children, it serves as a first “big kid” water ride.
Bello Bay Golf Cart Derby
The Minions’ beachside rivalry continues at ‘Bello Bay Golf Cart Derby,’ a spinning kid-friendly attraction that puts families behind the wheel of their own golf carts. What should have been a relaxing day on the links has been thrown into chaos thanks to the Purple Minions, sending riders spinning through a competition that quickly gets out of control.
Height requirement
- Minimum height: 36 inches (92 cm)
- Supervising companion required: Children under 48 inches must ride with a supervising companion.
With a 36-inch height requirement, ‘Bello Bay Golf Cart Derby’ is one of the more accessible rides at Universal Kids Resort. Despite the lower height requirement, this ride is pretty fast and spins a lot. The ride vehicles do not swing, but are on a turntable of three carts that move in a circle while also swirling around two other sets of ride vehicles.
Minions-themed play area
In addition to its two rides, Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club has an interactive splash play area overlooking ‘Bello Bay Cruise.’ The space is relatively small with a few water elements in a colorful beach club setting. Positioned near the water ride, the play area gives children another way to stay engaged while siblings ride, families wait nearby, or kids simply need time to run, climb, and explore.
Screenshot from a video shared by Universal Destinations & Experiences
Photo by Dani Meyering
There is not a dry playground in this land like there is at Shrek’s Swamp.
Meet the Minions
A character greeting location can be found to the left of the entrance of Bello Bay Cruise. Throughout the day, you can meet vacation minions or even a grumpy, mischievous purple minion whose arms drag on the ground.
Families can brave the splashes of Bello Bay Cruise, spin through the chaos of Bello Bay Golf Cart Derby, explore interactive play spaces, and meet some of Illumination’s most mischievous characters along the way. With rides, water play and character experiences all in one area, Bello Bay Club is a splashy spot to break up the day.
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