Wonderla Holidays revenue rises 44% in Q1FY27, led by Chennai park
Wonderla Holidays Ltd reported Q1FY27 revenue of ₹24,263 lakhs, up 44.2% YoY, driven by 33% footfall increase to 12.3 lakhs. PAT rose 38.5% to ₹7,280 lakhs. New Chennai park contributed ₹450 crore revenue.

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Wonderla Holidays reported a robust first-quarter performance for FY27, with revenue from operations rising 44.2% year-on-year to ₹24,262.8 lakhs for the period ended June 30, 2026. The growth was primarily driven by a 33% surge in footfalls to 12.3 lakhs, supported by strong demand across its existing park portfolio and significant initial contributions from the newly launched Chennai unit. Profit after tax (PAT) climbed 38.5% to ₹7,279.7 lakhs, reflecting improved operational efficiency and higher average revenue per user (ARPU) of ₹1,904.
Financial Performance: Q1 FY27 Highlights
The company’s financial results for Q1FY27 demonstrate strong top-line and bottom-line expansion. Total income reached ₹25,210.2 lakhs, compared to ₹17,906.2 lakhs in Q1FY26. EBITDA rose 39.4% to ₹12,198.9 lakhs from ₹8,750.1 lakhs in the corresponding previous quarter. While the EBITDA margin contracted slightly to 48.4% from 48.9% in Q1FY26, PAT margins remained stable at 28.9%, indicating consistent profitability despite the volume surge and new asset integration costs.
| Metric | Q1 FY27 (₹ Lakhs) | Q1 FY26 (₹ Lakhs) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 24,262.8 | 16,824.4 | +44.2% |
| Total Income | 25,210.2 | 17,906.2 | +40.8% |
| EBITDA | 12,198.9 | 8,750.1 | +39.4% |
| EBITDA Margin (%) | 48.4% | 48.9% | -0.5 pp |
| Profit After Tax | 7,279.7 | 5,257.4 | +38.5% |
| PAT Margin (%) | 28.9% | 29.4% | -0.5 pp |
| Footfalls (Lakhs) | 12.3 | 9.2* | +33% |
*Footfall figure for Q1FY26 derived from YoY growth rate.
Operational Metrics and Park-wise Performance
Operational excellence drove the financial gains, with footfalls increasing by 33% to 12.3 lakhs. The existing parks — Bengaluru, Kochi, Hyderabad, and Bhubaneswar — delivered steady growth, supported by a 7% rise in overall ARPU. The newly commissioned Chennai park, which began commercial operations on December 2, 2025, contributed ₹4,499 lakhs in revenue with 2.4 lakhs footfalls in its first full quarter of operations. The park recorded an average ticket price of ₹1,255 and an ARPU of ₹1,850.
Park-wise footfall distribution was as follows:
- Bengaluru: 3.4 lakhs
- Hyderabad: 2.9 lakhs
- Kochi: 2.5 lakhs
- Chennai: 2.4 lakhs
- Bhubaneswar: 1.0 lakh
The resort business emerged as a key growth engine, with revenue standing at ₹961 lakhs, up 92% year-on-year, delivering its best-ever quarterly performance. This segment includes the "Isle" glamping pods, which added 39 new keys in Q1FY27, and the rebranded Bangalore Resort, now known as "Terrea".
Strategic Outlook and Governance
The Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results on August 4, 2026, in compliance with Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Statutory auditors Deloitte Haskins & Sells issued an unmodified conclusion on the results. In addition to approving the financials, the Board allotted 15,105 shares at ₹10 each to five employees under the Employee Stock Option Scheme 2016. These shares rank pari-passu with existing equity. Furthermore, the Board granted 8,980 stock options to two employees, vesting equally over four years subject to performance criteria. The options are exercisable at ₹10 each.
Arun Chittilappilly, Executive Chairman and Managing Director, highlighted that the company achieved revenue of ₹242 crore driven by strong performance across parks and resorts. He noted that the Chennai park continues to scale rapidly, while the Hyderabad park and resorts business delivered their best-ever quarterly performance. "Our attempt through the rest of FY27 is to convert this momentum into sustained and profitable growth, as our new assets continue to mature and scale," Chittilappilly stated.
Historical Stock Returns for Wonderla Holidays
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.35% | +9.61% | +9.60% | +5.59% | -20.05% | +116.96% |
How will the integration of the new Chennai park impact Wonderla's overall EBITDA margins in Q2 FY27 as operational efficiencies stabilize?
What is the projected timeline for the Hyderabad park to sustain its record-breaking quarterly performance amidst increasing regional competition?
Will the rapid expansion of the resort business, particularly the 'Terrea' rebranding and 'Isle' glamping pods, significantly alter the company's revenue mix away from traditional theme park admissions?


































