- "Pipeline: The Surf Coaster" at SeaWorld Orlando will be the
world's first surf coaster offering riders a unique experience that
mimics the movement and motion of surfing
- "Arctic Rescue" at SeaWorld San Diego will be the longest
and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast that also raises
awareness of the threats facing arctic marine life
- SeaWorld San Antonio will be home to "Catapult Falls", the
world's first launched flume coaster that will feature the world's
steepest drop in a flume ride
- Annual Pass Members will be among the first to ride with
exclusive ride times
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ORLANDO,
Fla., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/
-- SeaWorld announced today that a new first-of-its-kind
coaster will open in each of its parks in Spring 2023. They
include the world's first surf coaster in Orlando, the longest and fastest straddle
coaster in San Diego, and the
world's first launched flume coaster in San Antonio. The new
attractions will bring new experiences for families and thrill
enthusiasts alike. Annual Pass Members will be among the first to
ride with exclusive ride times.
"2023 promises to be another exciting year for our SeaWorld
parks as we introduce more new rides and experiences that cannot be
found elsewhere," said Marc Swanson,
CEO of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. "We strive to
continually bring new thrills to our parks while also providing
unique and engaging experiences with marine life that guests may
not otherwise ever have a chance to have, all while knowing they
are supporting an organization that has helped more than 40,000
animals in need over the last 55 years."
Pipeline: The Surf Coaster Will be the World's First Surf
Coaster
"Pipeline: The Surf Coaster" is SeaWorld Orlando's newest
attraction where the unique surfboard ride vehicle will give riders
an immersive experience when their seats rise and fall to mimic the
sensation of riding on a wave. Riders will encounter the rush of
hanging loose on a massive wave while in a standing position as the
coaster sends them through several gnarly twists and turns with
five airtime movements and an innovative 'wave curl' inversion and
maximum speed of 60 MPH. With a projected 54" rider height, this
first-of-its-kind coaster is ideal for thrill enthusiasts
everywhere.
Artic Rescue in San Diego Will Be the Longest and
Fastest Straddle Coaster on the West Coast
SeaWorld San Diego's newest family friendly coaster, "Arctic
Rescue", will launch guests at up to 40 mph on a chilly
adventure as they race through the unpredictable arctic climate to
help animals in danger. SeaWorld's coolest new coaster will feature
a unique indoor launch station where riders will start their
journey inside of the Wild Arctic exhibit and launch outside
straddling a unique snowmobile-style vehicle. Guests will race
through the Arctic and experience three exhilarating launches, each
faster than the last, at 34, 38 and 40 miles per hour. The
straddle snowmobile-style seats allow for an immersive ride
experience for each rider as they lean into banks and turns and
glide up heights as tall as 30 feet along the 2,800 feet of track.
The ride is inspired by the heroic efforts of the SeaWorld
Rescue Team and their dedication to helping animals in need.
"Arctic Rescue" is integrated with the Wild Arctic exhibit which is
home to a ringed seal, walruses, and belugas, some of the species
most impacted by Arctic sea loss that is adversely impacting sea
life. The new ride will bring awareness to the pressures the Arctic
is facing and allow guests to visit, see and learn more about each
animal whose species call the Arctic their home.
Catapult Falls in
San Antonio will be the World's
First Launched Flume Coaster
SeaWorld San Antonio's "Catapult Falls" will feature the world's
steepest flume drop, North
America's only vertical lift flume coaster, and the tallest
flume drop in Texas.
This family friendly and first-of-its-kind ride will catapult
through the launch at speeds of 30 feet per second, allowing riders
to feel the rush of a coaster while experiencing the rocking and
swaying of riding on a track of water. Once at the peak of
the ride, guests will experience the world's steepest drop in a
flume attraction. Angled at a staggering 53 degrees, the chute
plummets riders into a watery splashdown at over 37 miles per
hour. After winding through a series of twists and turns,
"Catapult Falls" uses a state-of-the-art elevator, the only one on
the continent in an attraction of this kind, to lift guests up
seven feet per second to reach a height of over 55 feet. The
breathtaking views don't last long as the ride prepares guests for
the ultimate plunge.
Best Way to Experience Everything New and Enjoy Fan
Favorites
The best way to experience all the new rides and enjoy fan
favorites is with an Annual Pass. All Pass Members will be among
the first to experience the new rides with exclusive ride times.
Pass Members also benefit from amazing benefits ranging from
unlimited visits, up to six free guest tickets, and access to NEW
exclusive events. Additional benefits include FREE parking, special
savings on merchandise, food, and beverage options, attraction
Quick Queue and behind-the-scenes animal tours, among other perks.
For a full overview of pass options, visit SeaWorld.com.
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Cares for more information.
About SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc.
SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) is a leading theme
park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter,
and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our
world. The Company is one of the world's foremost zoological
organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training,
husbandry and veterinary care. The Company collectively cares for
one of the largest zoological collections in the world and has
helped lead advances in the care of animals. The Company also
rescues and rehabilitates marine and terrestrial animals that are
ill, injured, orphaned or abandoned, with the goal of returning
them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than
40,000 animals in need over the last 55 years. SeaWorld
Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized
brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place®
and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 55-year history, the Company
has built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional
theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its
one-of-a-kind zoological collection. The Company's theme parks
feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with
broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a
strong value proposition for its guests.
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