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SeaWorld Orlando has just announced a new rapids ride named 'Infinity Falls" for the 2018 season. The ride will feature a unique vertical lift and the world's largest drop on a raft ride! This will be going in the back of the park in the Sea Gardens section which will be rethemed for this ride.



Rush the rapids on SeaWorld???s all-new river ride Infinity Falls coming Summer 2018.

Climb aboard your raft for a journey of discovery down this lost jungle river. Wind your way around soaking fountains and waterfalls as you pass the remains of an ancient civilization. Hang on as the roaring world class rapids send you flying through chutes before you plunge down the tallest drop of its kind into churning whitewater. Your adventure ends at Harmony Village with a greater connection to the world???s rivers, inspired to spread the message of conservation.

About SeaWorld Orlando???s Theme Parks:
SeaWorld, Aquatica, and Discovery Cove are marine-based theme parks located in Orlando, Florida. The family-friendly parks offer a variety of activities, ranging from inspiring animal encounters to roller coasters, all providing experiences that matter to each of our guests. SeaWorld has some of the best rides in Florida, amazing animal shows, and live entertainment. Plus, SeaWorld is one of the leading marine animal rescue organizations in the world, having rescued more than 29,000 animals in 50+ years. At Discovery Cove, guests can snorkel, swim with dolphins, and feed tropical birds. Aquatica has relaxing rivers, wave pools, and thrilling water slides. A common bond between the parks is their commitment and dedication to marine conservation and guest education


Here are the ride facts:

Name Infinity Falls

Location SeaWorld Orlando

Opening date Summer 2018

Description - Featuring the world???s tallest drop on a river raft ride, the adventure will immerse guests in a lush, freshwater rainforest while sharing the importance of water conservation. SeaWorld???s new river rapids ride connects the entire family with the awesome power of water and its importance to our planet in a thrilling way that cannot be experienced anywhere else.

Highlights
- Riders experience the excitement of category IV rapids
-Unique elevator lift creates the world???s tallest drop on a river raft ride
-Family-friendly thrill ride for all ages
-New village area to explore, and actively participate in helping freshwater ecosystems from inside the park

Story Not long ago, a drone sent to explore the jungles of South America discovered previously uncharted structures in a remote area along the banks of a freshwater river. A group of explorers and scientists were sent to investigate the discovery. Upon arrival they set up base camp near an abandoned structure. They studied and explored the river, falling in love with its power and the nature living along its banks. Inspired by the river, they developed a sustainable camp for others to visit and explore so they too, could learn more about the jungle and how their connection to the waters of the world.

Type River rapids ride, Manufacturer Intamin Amusement Rides, Switzerland
Ride time More than 4 minutes
Track length 1,520 linear feet
Elevator lift The first of its kind in North America
Drop height 40 feet ??? the tallest river raft ride drop in the world
Rider height 42???
Ride vehicles Custom-designed, 8-passenger rafts with an expedition theme


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huh. neat. I'm always happy to see a water ride being built
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Looks cool, its funny how they ignore river quest when saying their vertical lift is unique.
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Looks nice. I hope the ride will be longer than only the drop.

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Hmmmm mysterious cones and a drop....wat do?
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straightbanana wrote:
Looks cool, its funny how they ignore river quest when saying their vertical lift is unique.


They probably mean unique to the US. Also, River Quest isn't the only rapids with an elevator!

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straightbanana wrote:
Looks cool, its funny how they ignore river quest when saying their vertical lift is unique.

Probably unique from the manufacturer. I can't think of an Intamin that has a vertical lift. :V

I'm always fond of a good rapids ride though. The video promises something interesting. :)
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^^ Hope that lift part is enclosed! Time to use the good shed! :D
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^ I was talking about the "Vikings River Splash" video. Well as for Infinity Falls, the ride looks so fun! :D

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Hmmmm mysterious cones and a drop....wat do?

:lol: Perfect, specially for "eye-catching" resorts in Dubai! :lol:
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I don't like this. it's a river rapids ride. Since when do rivers invest in elevators? lol
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^ Since the invention of a lock ;)

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I think it would be a lot cooler though if they really used a lock mechanism to bring the boats op to the right height.

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lol I got schooled. I completely forgot those were a thing lol
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Sooooo. Will you get wet? I don't see anything about having waterfalls. The whole reason I love these :|

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Looks swampy lol
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I was excited until I saw it was Intamin. Think Pilgrim's Plunge & Shoot the Rapids.

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Intamin has made tons of rapids rides already. This won't be a water coaster.
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Chiapas at Phantasialand is also made by Intamin, they have had some problems but everything seem to be running pretty good now.


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Looks swampy lol

I wonder if we can see a good or a bad sign... :roll:
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Looks tiny... For a rapids...
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Here are the boats! Apparently this will be Intamin's biggest rapids ever.

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^ What are the green bags for? Are they to prevent capsize?


Possibly, perhaps double up as life jackets/boucancy aid to throw to an overboard rider.
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