Wonderla Holidays Q3FY26: Revenue ₹1,345 Crores, Chennai Park Launch Success
Wonderla Holidays delivered mixed Q3FY26 results with revenue growth of 10.7% to ₹1,345 crores, driven by successful Chennai park launch and improved ARPU across existing parks. However, PAT declined 28.7% due to exceptional items, while EBITDA grew 11.8% with healthy margins.
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Wonderla Holidays Ltd delivered mixed Q3FY26 results with revenue from operations reaching ₹1,345.30 crores, marking a 10.7% year-on-year growth. However, the company faced profitability challenges with PAT declining 28.7% to ₹144.84 crores compared to ₹203.04 crores in Q3FY25, primarily due to exceptional items of ₹80.52 crores.
Financial Performance Overview
The amusement park operator demonstrated strong top-line growth with total income of ₹1,414.53 crores, up 11.8% from ₹1,264.98 crores in Q3FY25. EBITDA improved to ₹471.49 crores from ₹421.48 crores, representing an 11.8% increase, while EBITDA margin expanded to 35.0% from 34.7%.
| Financial Metric: | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹1,345.30 crores | ₹1,215.10 crores | +10.7% |
| Total Income: | ₹1,414.53 crores | ₹1,264.98 crores | +11.8% |
| EBITDA: | ₹471.49 crores | ₹421.48 crores | +11.8% |
| PAT: | ₹144.84 crores | ₹203.04 crores | -28.7% |
| EPS: | ₹2.28 | ₹3.44 | -33.7% |
Chennai Park Launch and Operational Highlights
The successful launch of Wonderla's fifth amusement park in Chennai marked a significant milestone for the company. Despite operating for only one month in Q3FY26, the Chennai park recorded 0.75 lakh footfalls and generated ₹119.2 crores in revenue with an impressive ARPU of ₹1,596.
| Park Performance: | Q3FY26 Footfalls (lakhs) |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru: | 3.08 |
| Hyderabad: | 3.03 |
| Kochi: | 2.07 |
| Chennai: | 0.75 |
| Bhubaneshwar: | 0.24 |
Total footfalls across all parks stood at 9.17 lakhs for the quarter, while ARPU increased 8% year-on-year to ₹1,377. The company also recorded SPH (Spend Per Head) of ₹455, reflecting a 14% growth year-on-year.
Park-wise Performance Analysis
Bengaluru park maintained its position as the top performer with revenue growth driven by improved pricing. The park achieved an ARPU of ₹1,491, up 6% from ₹1,405 in Q3FY25. Kochi park showed strong momentum with ARPU reaching ₹1,367, representing a 10% increase year-on-year.
| Key Metrics: | Bengaluru | Kochi | Hyderabad |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARPU Q3FY26: | ₹1,491 | ₹1,367 | ₹1,234 |
| ARPU Growth: | +6% | +10% | +3% |
| Average Ticket Price: | ₹1,030 | ₹946 | ₹777 |
Resort Business and Nine-Month Performance
The resort business delivered exceptional performance with revenue reaching ₹193.4 crores for nine months FY26, up 48% from ₹130.6 crores in 9MFY25. Occupancy rates improved to 60% from 51% year-on-year, demonstrating strong demand for integrated leisure experiences.
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, Wonderla recorded total income of ₹4,090.31 crores, up 9.0% year-on-year, with total footfalls of 23.40 lakhs across all parks.
Margin Analysis and Profitability Impact
While the company achieved strong revenue growth, margin compression was evident due to exceptional items and higher operational costs. PAT margin declined to 10.8% from 16.7% in Q3FY25. The company's EBITDA margin of 35.0% remained healthy, supported by improved operational efficiency and pricing optimization across parks.
Historical Stock Returns for Wonderla Holidays
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.62% | -4.96% | -7.02% | -20.70% | -22.27% | +138.23% |
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