Everland to Caribbean Bay Free Pass: May 2026 Guide

If you’re traveling in Korea this May, there’s a limited-time deal at Everland that effectively gives you Korea’s largest water park for free — and most international tourists don’t know about it. Through May 28, 2026, every Everland Day Pass automatically includes free entry to Caribbean Bay (the country’s biggest indoor-outdoor water park, located inside the Everland complex) starting at 1:00 PM.

The promotion is called “Ever to Caby” (a play on Everland → Caribbean Bay). It runs every spring during Caribbean Bay’s reopening period, and 2026 it ends on May 28. After that date, you’ll need to buy two separate tickets — Caribbean Bay alone runs ₩40,000–47,000 ($30–35 USD) on Klook for a day pass.

For visitors timing their Korea trip in May 2026, this is genuinely one of the best ticket values in the country: theme park, rose festival, parades, fireworks, and water park, all on a single ticket starting around ₩39,000 ($29 USD) on Klook. Here’s how to actually use it.

What’s Caribbean Bay?

If you’re not familiar with Korean theme parks, here’s the context: Caribbean Bay is Korea’s largest water park, sharing the same Yongin resort complex as Everland (Korea’s biggest theme park). It opened in 1996 and has been the country’s premier water destination ever since.

Major attractions include:

Outdoor Wave Pool — 120 meters wide, 104 meters long, with artificial waves up to 2.4 meters high. One of the largest in Asia. Open from late April through summer.

Aquatic Center — A 1- to 6-story indoor complex with an indoor wave pool, dive pool, quick-ride slides, and spa facilities. Operates year-round regardless of weather.

Lazy River — Heated to a comfortable 29°C+ even in spring (using recovered waste heat — a sustainability point Caribbean Bay is increasingly known for). Long enough for a full relaxation circuit.

Mega Storm — A magnetic-levitation water coaster combined with a tornado section. Opens for full operation from May 1.

Spa Facilities — Hot tubs, saunas, and themed relaxation areas, particularly nice in cooler spring weather.

How the “Ever to Caby” Promotion Works

Step 1: Buy any standard Everland Day Pass (gate or Klook). The Klook version is significantly cheaper — typically ₩39,000–49,000 ($29–37 USD) versus ₩52,000–62,000 ($39–46 USD) at the gate.

Step 2: Enter Everland in the morning when the park opens (10:00 AM). Spend the morning on rides, the Rose Festival gardens, the carnival parade at 1:30 PM, etc.

Step 3: From 1:00 PM onward, you can walk to the Caribbean Bay entrance and present your same Everland ticket QR code. No additional payment required. You’ll receive a Caribbean Bay wristband for re-entry.

Step 4: Spend the afternoon at the water park. You can also return to Everland in the evening for the 7:20 PM Moonlight Parade and 9:20 PM fireworks if you have energy left.

There’s also a reverse version: a Caribbean Bay Day Pass purchased on the same day grants free Everland entry from 5:00 PM onwards. Useful if you’d rather start with the water park and end with the night parade and fireworks.

Suggested One-Day Itinerary (May 2026)

This is a packed day — about 12 hours total — so it’s not for everyone. If you only want one park, choose Everland for the rose festival or Caribbean Bay for water relaxation. But if you have the energy and want maximum value from the May promotion, the two-park combo is genuinely impressive.

What to Pack for the Two-Park Day

Swimwear: Required for Caribbean Bay. You can rent towels and lockers on-site. Caribbean Bay has changing rooms, hair dryers, and showers.

Quick-dry change of clothes: So you can comfortably return to Everland in the evening without being damp.

Plastic bag for wet swimwear: For the trip back to your hotel.

Sunscreen — water-resistant: Caribbean Bay’s outdoor sections are exposed. Indoor sections are covered. May UV in Korea is already strong.

Light jacket: Spring evenings can drop to 12–15°C (54–59°F) by the time you’re heading home around 10:00 PM. The fireworks viewing area gets cool.

Cash and card: Both parks accept international cards, but small vendors prefer cash.

Caribbean Bay Practical Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the “Ever to Caby” promotion automatic with my ticket, or do I need a special pass?

Automatic. Any standard Everland Day Pass (gate or Klook) qualifies through May 28, 2026. No special booking needed. Just show your QR code at the Caribbean Bay entrance from 1:00 PM onward and they’ll provide a wristband.

Does the Garden Pass also include free Caribbean Bay?

No — only the standard Day Pass. The Garden Pass is a different ticket category that excludes ride attractions and the water park. If you want both Everland rides and Caribbean Bay, you need the Day Pass.

Can I do the water park first and then go to Everland?

Yes, with the reverse promotion. A Caribbean Bay Day Pass on the same day includes free Everland entry from 5:00 PM. This is useful if you want morning swimming and evening parades and fireworks. Note that you won’t be able to do the 1:30 PM afternoon parade or rides during the day with this version.

Is May actually a good time for an outdoor water park in Korea?

Surprisingly, yes. Korean springs warm up quickly — by mid-May, daytime temperatures regularly hit 22–27°C (72–81°F). Caribbean Bay heats their outdoor pools to a minimum 29°C (84°F) using waste heat recovery, so even on cooler days the water itself is comfortable. Crowds are also dramatically lower than peak summer (July–August), which means no waiting for slides.

Does this work for international visitors with Klook tickets?

Yes. Klook Day Passes work the same as gate tickets for the Ever to Caby promotion. You’ll receive a QR code on your phone after booking — show it at the Everland gate to enter, then again at the Caribbean Bay entrance from 1:00 PM. English-language Klook customer support is available if you have any issues.

What about families with young children?

Caribbean Bay has dedicated children’s areas with shallow pools, gentle slides, and lifeguard coverage. Strollers and waterproof bags are allowed. Children under a certain height (varies by attraction) cannot ride larger slides — check signs at each attraction.

Is there a similar promotion outside of May?

Yes — Everland and Caribbean Bay run various seasonal cross-promotions throughout the year. Summer (July–August) typically has different promotions; winter has a “Winter Spa Caby” version where Caribbean Bay operates as a heated spa facility. Check Everland’s official site or Klook for the current period when you’re planning your visit.

Final Thoughts

The “Ever to Caby” spring promotion is the kind of thing locals know about and most foreign tourists miss entirely. If your Korea trip falls in May 2026, the math is hard to argue with: a single Klook ticket around ₩39,000–49,000 ($29–37 USD) covers Korea’s largest theme park during its peak rose festival period and Korea’s largest water park during a quiet, comfortable shoulder season. After May 28, the same combination would run you double or more.

If you’re already planning an Everland visit during the Rose Festival, packing swimwear and treating Caribbean Bay as a free afternoon stop is a no-brainer. If you weren’t already planning to visit Everland, this promotion alone makes it worth considering.

Promotion details verified for April 2026, based on Samsung C&T Resort Group official announcements. The “Ever to Caby” promotion runs through May 28, 2026, with possible extension. Confirm at everland.com or klook.com before booking.