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Cobra’s Curse
Spinning coaster strikes Busch Gardens
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aunched in mid-June, Cobra's Curse comes complete with eight twin-linked ride vehicles, sending guests speeding along 2,165 feet (660m) of track, travelling
backward, forward and then spinning freely. The arrival of the new attraction, at a cost of around $??
million, fills a void at the park, according to Jim Dean, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay general manager and park president. “The addition of Cobra’s Curse was a no brainer for our thrill ride portfolio and also fits the family thrill ride gap that our guests have been asking us to fill for a while," he says. As they approach Cobra's Curse, visitors to the famous
animal-focused theme park will see Venymyss, a menacing snake king icon that towers 80ft (24m) above them and a 70ft (21m) twisting elevator that transports riders within inches of its wide eyes and four feet (1.22cm) long fangs. "The public’s reaction to Cobra’s Curse has been
phenomenal," confirms Dean. "There isn’t another multi- directional rollercoaster like this in the world and its unique elements make the ride something that families will want to ride over and over."
Face-to-fang Entering the ride’s air-conditioned queue, guests' adrenaline is fuelled by an exhibit featuring four exotic snake species including some of the world’s most feared and often misunderstood vipers. Upon boarding the ride, passengers are raised to the top of the elevator lift. The train, comprising two 4-seater ride vehicles, then turns to the left and banks outwards, bringing riders closer to the statue of Venymyss before continuing along the course. "My favourite part is coming face-to-fang with the 80ft
Florida's Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has introduced a one-of-a-kind spinning coaster from Mack Rides, writes Paul Ruben. Located in the Egypt area of the park, Cobra's Curse offers an immersive themed experience from the moment guests enter the queue line and until the they step off the serpentine-like steel construction
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