Universal Orlando: Jurassic World Velocicoaster to open June 10
A new roller coaster that will take you 155 feet into the air and catapult you up to 70 mph alongside a velociraptor pack will open June 10, 2021, at Universal Orlando Resort inside Islands of Adventure theme park.
The VelociCoaster takes 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.
According to Universal Orlando: “Once inside, guests are greeted by Dr. Henry Wu and 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 original cast from the movies – Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard and BD Wong – reprise their roles as Owen Grady, Claire Dearing and Dr. Henry Wu in the new attraction.
Universal Orlando continues to implement its enhanced health and safety procedures and guidelines including:
- Screening guests and team members
- Enforcing social distancing
- Requiring face coverings
- Limiting capacity at the theme parks, attractions and hotels
- Increasing the already-aggressive cleaning and disinfection procedures.
- Contactless payment – Universal Pay – which can be accessed through the Official Universal Orlando Resort App and allows guests to quickly scan to pay for purchases at most merchandise and quick-service food locations throughout the theme parks and CityWalk directly from the in-app wallet.
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