Journey to Atlantis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Journey to Atlantis |
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| SeaWorld Orlando | |
| Location | SeaWorld Orlando |
| Park section | Sea of Legends |
| Coordinates | 28°24′47″N 81°27′33″W / 28.413042°N 81.459241°W |
| Status | Open |
| Opening date | April 17, 1998 |
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| Type | Steel |
| Manufacturer | Mack Rides |
| Model | Water Coaster |
| Track layout | Water Coaster |
| Lift/launch system | Chain lift hill |
| Height | 100 ft (30 m) |
| Drop | 60 ft (18 m) |
| Inversions | 0 |
| Duration | 5:56 |
| Height restriction | 42 in (107 cm) |
| Animatronics | 5 |
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Journey to Atlantis is the exciting name for three unique water coasters found at different SeaWorld theme parks. These rides each tell a thrilling story about visiting the legendary underwater city of Atlantis. Imagine a ride that mixes the fast drops and climbs of a roller coaster with the splashy fun of a boat ride! All three of these amazing attractions were created by a company called Mack Rides from Germany.
The very first Journey to Atlantis ride opened on April 17, 1998, at SeaWorld Orlando. It's one of eight exciting roller coasters you can find at this park. For a while, it was one of the main thrill rides, along with Wild Arctic. Later, more amazing coasters joined the fun, like Kraken in 2000, Manta in 2009, and Mako in 2016. More recently, Ice Breaker opened in 2022, Pipeline: The Surf Coaster in 2023, and Penguin Trek in 2024.
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Explore "Jewels of the Sea" Aquarium
After your ride, you can explore a cool aquarium exhibit called "Jewels of the Sea." It's located near the gift shop exit. Here, you'll see fish tanks built into the floor and even the ceiling, making for a unique underwater viewing experience!
Ride Updates and Story Changes
In March 2017, SeaWorld updated the ride's theme to make it even more enjoyable for everyone. Some of the older special effects and characters, like Allura the Mermaid and Hermes the Seahorse, were changed. The ride's music was also updated to a more cheerful and exciting score. These changes helped make the adventure feel brighter and more welcoming for all young explorers.
How the Ride Vehicles Work
The ride vehicles for Journey to Atlantis are special boats that also have wheels underneath. Each boat can carry eight passengers, with two people sitting side-by-side in four rows. Safety is important, so two lap bars keep both passengers in each row secure during the journey.
The Exciting Ride Path
Your adventure begins as your boat glides into a watery canal, making you feel like you're heading underwater. You'll see the magical city of Atlantis appear! But watch out, the story takes a turn, and your boat is lifted high on a roller coaster chain lift hill. After a quick turn, you climb another hill, leading to a big splash-down drop! Get ready for a photo as you zoom down into the water.
Next, your boat takes another turn and goes down a smaller drop with a big splash. Then, you're lifted one last time, back into the temple. From there, you'll experience a thrilling spiraling drop in the dark, splashing into a final pool before returning to the station. It's a journey full of surprises and splashes!
Journey to Atlantis at SeaWorld San Diego
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| SeaWorld San Diego | |
| Location | SeaWorld San Diego |
| Coordinates | 32°45′50″N 117°13′24″W / 32.76389°N 117.22333°W |
| Status | Open |
| Opening date | May 29, 2004 |
| Cost | $18,555,020 |
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| Type | Steel |
| Manufacturer | Mack Rides |
| Designer | Mack Rides |
| Model | Water Coaster |
| Track layout | Water Coaster |
| Lift/launch system | Chain lift hill and Elevator lift system |
| Height | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Drop | 70 ft (21 m) |
| Speed | 42 mph (68 km/h) |
| Inversions | 0 |
| Duration | 5:25 |
| Capacity | 1900 riders per hour |
| G-force | 3.0 |
| Height restriction | 42 in (107 cm) |
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| Journey to Atlantis at RCDB | |
The second Journey to Atlantis ride opened on May 29, 2004, at SeaWorld San Diego. While it has fewer indoor scenes than the Orlando version, it offers an even bigger and more thrilling roller coaster experience! Here, each rider has their own lap bar for safety. In November 2024, SeaWorld San Diego announced exciting updates for this ride, which were completed in 2025, making the adventure even better.
The San Diego Ride Path
Your journey starts with a slow climb up a chain lift hill, surrounded by fog that makes it feel like you're rising through water. At the top, you'll make a big U-turn, getting a fantastic view of the park and the exciting drops ahead! Your boat then heads towards an 83-foot-tall tower with a fountain pouring down. You'll plunge under it, dropping 60 feet into a pool of water – get ready for a splash photo!
After a gentle turn, your boat enters a dark building. Inside, a room lights up and seems to fill with water, creating a cool effect. Then, your boat moves onto a special elevator track that lifts two boats at once! This elevator sways like you're being pushed by ocean currents, taking you to the highest point of the ride. From there, you'll experience a thrilling 70-foot curved drop, followed by more exciting hills and splashes into pools of water. Finally, your boat makes its way back to the loading area.
Journey to Atlantis at SeaWorld San Antonio
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| SeaWorld San Antonio | |
| Location | SeaWorld San Antonio |
| Coordinates | 29°27′18″N 98°42′02″W / 29.454944°N 98.700423°W |
| Status | Open |
| Opening date | May 11, 2007 |
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| Type | Steel |
| Manufacturer | Mack Rides |
| Model | SuperSplash |
| Track layout | Water Coaster |
| Lift/launch system | Chain lift hill |
| Height | 100 ft (30 m) |
| Duration | 3:30 |
| Height restriction | 40 in (102 cm) |
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| Journey to Atlantis at RCDB | |
The most recent Journey to Atlantis ride opened on May 11, 2007, at SeaWorld San Antonio. This version is a bit different from the others, designed as a "SuperSplash" ride by Mack Rides. It's like a super-sized Shoot-the-Chutes boat ride, focusing on big drops and splashes!
The San Antonio Ride Path
When you leave the station, your boat climbs a tall, 100-foot lift hill. At the top, you'll enter a spinning turntable that gives you a full 360-degree view of the park! After a spin, your boat goes backwards through a "reverse camel back" hill. Another turntable offers another amazing view before your boat takes a final dive through a building and splashes into the water below. There are even special walkways where friends and family can stand to get soaked by your splash! After a quick turn, your boat returns to the station.
See also
- Storm Coaster
