Superb news from SeaWorld parks – they are launching two new rollercoasters next year and they look amazing.
Just look at the cracking image above, that’s what Ice Breaker will look like when it takes SeaWorld Orlando by storm in the spring.
And, at a similar time, Iron Gwazi, below – North America’s tallest and the fastest and steepest hybrid coaster in the world – is opening at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
NEW: Iron Gwazi, the fastest hybrid coaster in the world, at Busch Gardens
It’s the first time in four years that both parks have launched new coasters in the same year.
Riders will shiver through family friendly adventures on SeaWorld Orlando’s first launch coaster Ice Breaker. Named after the icy Arctic summits, it will feature four launches, backwards and forwards, culminating in a reverse launch into the steepest beyond vertical drop in Florida — a 93-foot tall spike with 100-degree angle.
Take a look at this little teaser video SeaWorld has shared with Your-Hols.com…
You’ll find it near the Wild Arctic Attraction and the ride’s theme is reflective of this area with a nod to Ice Breaker’s conservation partner, Alaska SeaLife Center, primarily dedicated to marine research, education and wildlife response.
N-ICE ONE: Fantastic new ride Ice Breaker at SeaWorld Orlando
Tara L. Riemer, President and CEO of Alaska SeaLife Center, said: “The Alaska SeaLife Center is excited to grow our partnership with SeaWorld. For many years, SeaWorld has been a stalwart supporter of the center, and particularly our Wildlife Response programme.
“We are grateful for SeaWorld’s contributions of funding and staff over the years to further our mission. This new collaboration will continue efforts to highlight Arctic rescue and conservation stories.”
Over to Busch Gardens…Iron Gwazi will be 206ft high, feature a 91-degree drop, and reach top speeds of 76 miles an hour. The journey will include three inversions and 12 airtime hills as it races along more than 4,075 feet of purple steel track. With a 48” height requirement, Iron Gwazi will be an exciting thrill attraction that families can take on together.
Stewart Clark, Park President, said: “Iron Gwazi is the evolution of a classic wooden coaster into a modern icon. From the bones of the original Gwazi, a new legend rises, reaching taller heights and faster speeds, delivering the next-level thrills that our coaster fans crave and expect from Busch Gardens.”
While elements of the former wooden attraction will be integrated into the new ride, the steel track and reimagined layout of Iron Gwazi present an entirely unique experience that tells a different story. Iron Gwazi will highlight the best of both worlds — the classic nostalgia of a wooden coaster and the bold innovation of a steel coaster. Thriving and adapting over millions of years, this evolutionary crossroad is perfectly represented in the crocodile, the largest living reptile and the animal inspiration for Iron Gwazi.
GO: The best value ticket for visiting SeaWorld Parks in Florida is the Discovery Cove Ultimate Package, which includes a one-day reservation at Discovery Cove (with 30-minute dolphin swim experience, all meals, snacks and beverages included) plus 14-days unlimited entry to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Aquatica Orlando, with free parking included at all parks. Prices start from £200 per person. For more information, visit www.seaworldparks.co.uk.
