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    Wonderla Holidays Q1 FY27 earnings call

    WONDERLA
    Consumer Services·5 Aug 2026
    Management Summary

    Wonderla Holidays reported a strong Q1 FY27, driven by robust income and EBITDA growth, significant footfall increase, and a successful debut for Chennai Park. Existing parks and resorts also performed well, contributing to broad-based growth. The company is focused on strategic expansion, operational efficiency, and enhancing guest experiences, while managing increased corporate overheads and seasonal demand volatility.

    Highlights

    5

    • Income grew 41% YoY to INR252 crores, marking one of the best quarters ever.

    • EBITDA increased 39% YoY to INR122 crores, maintaining a strong 48% margin.

    • Footfall surged 33% YoY to 12.25 lakh visitors, reflecting strong brand and demand.

    • Chennai Park delivered a robust debut with INR45 crores in revenue and 2.42 lakh visitors.

    • Existing parks showed healthy growth (15% revenue, 7% footfall, 8% ARPU) and resort business delivered its best quarter.

    Concerns

    3

    • Corporate overhead increased by INR6.5 crores due to investments in organizational strengthening.

    • Potential impact of heavy rainfall and landslides in Kerala on Kochi Park's footfall.

    • Unpredictability of new park ramp-up, with management tempering expectations of Chennai Park reaching 1 million visitors in its first year.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    11 metrics
    1. 01Income₹252 Cr+41%YoY
    2. 02Revenue from Operations₹243 Cr+44%YoY
    3. 03EBITDA₹122 Cr+39%YoY
    4. 04EBITDA Margin48%
    5. 05PAT₹72.79 Cr

    Segment breakdown

    Existing Parks Revenue Growth
    15% Revenue Growth8% ARPU Growth7.0% Footfall Growth
    Chennai Park
    ₹45 Cr Revenue2.42 lakh visitors Footfall
    EBITDA Growth Contribution
    ₹15.93 Cr Existing Parks Contribution₹21.86 Cr Chennai Park Contribution₹3.19 Cr Resort Business Contribution₹6.5 Cr Corporate Overhead Increase
    Footfalls by Park (Q1 FY27)
    3.43 lakhs Bangalore Footfall2.5 lakhs Kochi Footfall2.9 lakhs Hyderabad Footfall1 lakhs Bhubaneswar Footfall2.42 lakhs Chennai Footfall
    List

    Capital allocation

    2
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Liquidity

    Cash ₹400 crores

    Net cash on balance sheet

    Guidance & targets

    10
    CategoryTargetPriority
    New Park Footfall
    Chennai Park visitors in 1 year
    Not 1 million
    		High
    New Park Margins
    Chennai Park margin trajectory
    In line with other parks
    		High
    New Park Expansion
    Number of new parks
    1 or 2 large parks, maybe 1 or 2 small ones
    		High
    New Park Announcement
    Announcement of new park
    Something to announce
    		High
    Resort Expansion
    Expansion into other cities
    Expand into other cities
    		High
    Revenue Mix
    Non-ticketing revenues as % of total
    40% to 50%
    		High
    Park Capacity
    Large park footfall capacity
    1.2 million to 1.3 million visitors
    		High
    Park Capacity
    Small park footfall capacity
    5 lakh, 5.5 lakh visitors
    		High
    Capex
    Maintenance capital as % of topline
    6-7%
    		High
    Capex
    Expansion/new attraction capital as % of topline
    10%
    		High

    What to watch in Q2 FY27

    5

    New Park Announcement

    Before end of financial year (FY27)
    CurrentWorking on many parallel cities for new parks
    TargetAnnouncement of at least one new park

    Why it matters

    Provides concrete progress on the company's expansion strategy and future growth drivers.

    Before the end of the financial year, we will have something to announce.

    Risks & concerns

    3
    RiskSeverity

    Rainfall/Monsoon impact on footfall

    Heavy rainfall and landslides in Kerala could disrupt operations and affect footfall, though Q1 was not significantly impacted. — Analyst acknowledged

    medium

    Seasonality of business

    Q2 and Q4 are historically weaker quarters, requiring specific initiatives to drive volume and value. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Overcrowding affecting customer experience

    Management aims to avoid overcrowding to maintain customer experience, prevent negative publicity, and ensure repeat visits, which limits maximum footfall. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “footfall growth is unpredictable by its very nature. Every quarter, it will keep varying. So this quarter was good, and we are hoping that for the remainder of the quarters, it will be good as well.”

    Addresses whether the strong Q1 footfall growth is a new trend or a one-off, crucial for future revenue projections.

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    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q1 FY27 Strong Performance Overview

    Wonderla Holidays Limited reported a robust Q1 FY27, with income growing 41% year-on-year to INR252 crores and EBITDA increasing 39% to INR122 crores, resulting in a 48% EBITDA margin. Footfall surged 33% to 12.25 lakh visitors, reflecting strong brand appeal and demand for quality leisure experiences. Profit after tax stood at INR72.79 crores, translating to a 29% PAT margin, despite a INR6.5 crore increase in corporate overhead.

    02

    Chennai Park's Promising Debut and Scale-up

    The newly operational Chennai Park contributed significantly to the quarter's performance, generating INR45 crores in revenue and attracting 2.42 lakh visitors. Management expressed confidence in Chennai becoming a key long-term contributor, expecting its margins to align with other mature parks over time⏳. However, they tempered expectations, stating the park is unlikely to reach 1 million visitors in its first year, acknowledging the unpredictability of new park ramp-ups.

    03

    Existing Parks and ARPU Growth Drivers

    The company's mature parks (Bengaluru, Kochi, Hyderabad, Bhubaneswar) delivered a healthy 15% revenue growth, supported by an 8% increase in ARPU to INR1,901 and 7% growth in footfall. This ARPU growth was primarily driven by strategic initiatives to target high-spending cohorts and premiumize in-park experiences, leading to a 20% increase in average non-ticket spend per guest to INR591. Hyderabad Park, being a newer asset, showed an 11% YoY footfall growth due to marketing and brand-building investments.

    04

    Strategic Expansion and Capital Allocation

    Wonderla plans to expand its footprint by adding 1-2 large parks and 1-2 small parks over the next 3-4 years, with an announcement for at least one new park expected before the end of the current financial year. The company is exploring asset-light models for new parks and also intends to expand its resort business into other cities, including stand-alone resort projects. Capital expenditure for Chennai Park was INR570-600 crores, and for Bhubaneswar Park, it was INR190 crores. Maintenance capex is projected at 6-7% of topline, while expansion capex is around 10% of topline.

    05

    Operational Efficiency and Seasonality Management

    Q1 and Q3 are typically the strongest quarters for Wonderla, with Q2 and Q4 being weaker due to seasonality. The company implements various initiatives and campaigns during these periods to mitigate the impact. Management also emphasized its commitment to safety, following best practices and maintaining a dedicated team for ride design, build, operation, and maintenance. Digital transformation expenses of INR1.5 crores were incurred for a new POS system, contributing to operational efficiency.

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