Manta

A one-of-a-kind, flying roller coaster, Manta combines up-close animal encounters with a “head-first, face-down thrill ride” that travels at speeds up to 54 miles per hour! Note: You must be at least 54 inches tall to ride Manta. Don’t miss the Manta Aquarium and its 10 incredible underwater habitats.

Type of Ride: Flying coaster
Seating: Horizontal, face-down, four people across
Thrills: Flies through sky and over a lagoon
Height: 140 feet
Maximum Drop: 113 feet
Top Speed: 56 miles per hour
Inversions: 4 Track Length: 3,359 feet
Vehicle Wing Span: 12 feet
Cycle Time: 2 minutes, 35 seconds
Manufacturer: Bolliger & Mabillard; Monthey, Switzerland
Height Requirement: 54 inches
Trains: 3 per track; with 32 people on each train
Capacity: Approximately 1,500 people per hour

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Ray Rush Opens in Aquatica Orlando
  May 18, 2018

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Three Kings Processional at SeaWorld Orlando
  January 4, 2018

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New Attractions SeaWorld Orlando 2017
  July 28, 2017

Seven Seas Food Festival  — Runs Feb 11 through May 13 Expanding to 14 weekends in 2017, this popular food festival is inspired by street food from Asia, the Caribbean, South America and the Mediterranean. New foods will expand the festival’s food offerings and various craft beers will be available. Dolphin Nursery — Summer 2017 A redesigned nursery will give guests an …

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Discovery Cove Shark Swim at SeaWorld Orlando
  July 18, 2017

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SeaWorld Orlando adds new Killer Whale Up-close Tour experience
  July 12, 2017

Visitors to SeaWorld Orlando now have the opportunity to experience the park’s majestic killer whales in a brand-new way. The Killer Whale Up-Close Tour gives guests the opportunity to meet the park’s killer whales in ways never before offered at the park. The 45-minute tour includes learning from the park’s killer whale trainers, meeting the whales and understanding their unique …

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First Walrus Calf in Park History in SeaWorld Orlando
  July 11, 2017

A whiskered walrus baby was welcomed to the SeaWorld Orlando family on June 3, when a 14-year old female, Kaboodle, gave birth to her first calf just after midnight. Kaboodle and her baby immediately began to bond and the pair remain close at all times, even snuggling with each other as they sleep. Related posts: Electric Ocean Lighting Up SeaWorld …

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