In case you didn't know, Universal Studios has been building a new roller coaster in its Orlando Islands of Adventure theme park. The attraction is described as "Florida's fastest and tallest launch coaster."
The new ride named Jurassic World VelociCoaster is scheduled to open June 10, 2021, as confirmed by Universal on a tweet.
The most intense coaster!
The VelociCoaster will take guests 155 feet in the air and reach speeds of 70 mph. It also features 2 launches, a 360° barrel roll over lagoon taking gests upside down and a total of 12 seconds airtime
Here's how universal described the ride in the press release notes:
“VelociCoaster will transport guests into a dynamic environment inspired by the ‘Jurassic World’ films, surrounded by intricately detailed rock work and lush landscaping, conveniently located near the elevated watch tower used to keep an eye on the dinosaurs.”
“Once inside, guests are greeted by Dr. Wu as they learn about the cutting-edge new coaster, which Jurassic World is touting as its newest ‘carnivore expansion.'”
“Along the way, they’ll hear the screams of fellow riders as they rapidly roar by with Blue, Delta, Charlie and Echo right on their heels – and even come face-to-face with a few hungry Velociraptors who are anxiously awaiting being released from their stables.”
“As the adrenaline builds and guests approach the load platform, they will hear a few reassuring words from Claire Dearing – and one final warning from Owen Grady.”
“Then, the ultimate high-speed chase begins. After boarding revolutionary ride vehicles that have been specially designed to intensify the thrills, guests take off on an epic coaster experience that sends them through the raptor paddock, into the air, just inches above water, and more.”
“They’ll encounter a series of intense maneuvers along the coaster’s 4,700 feet of track, including near-misses, a barrel roll right above the Islands of Adventure lagoon, high-speed launches – the fastest reaching 70 mph in 2.4 seconds – and the signature “Top Hat,” which propels riders 155 feet in the air and then immediately into an 80-degree drop – Universal’s steepest drop yet.”
The VelociCoaster will be located in the Islands of Adventure's Jurassic Park area, occupying the site of the former Triceratops Encounter attraction.
UPDATE: Universal is holding a special preview event for some lucky passholders and it's now possible to find videos of the new ride in action before it opens:
- VIDEO: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Full Queue POV
- VIDEO: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Full Ride POV
UPDATE 2: The VelociCoaster is now open!
Are you also excited for the Jurassic World VelociCoaster?
