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Expédition Nautibus
Expédition Nautibus
Park World magazine reports on the completely rethemed and engineered dark ride as it reopens at Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo.
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he Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo unveils the totally reimagined Expedition Nautibus underwater experience, unique in the world. After an extensive refurbishment and retheming by BoldMove
Nation, the beloved submarine adventure now offers visitors a more complete immersive experience, blending state-of-the-art technology with captivating storytelling. By merging two attractions, The Abyssal Descender and Nautibus, compelling storyline. The BoldMove team led the transformation, introducing a brand-new
storyline, immersive theming, and a totally re-engineered ride system, which had become obsolete. The queue line and preshow areas have been entirely depths of the ocean. The submarine vehicles have undergone a full technical overhaul, including complete rewiring and new automation systems with electrical cabinets. It results in a highly improved dark ride, synchronizing all components into a wonderful underwater experience. Visitors board the submarine vehicles and pass through different scenes in the water that they
Smart design and creative approach With only a one-week window to empty the tank for the first time in 24 years, the team had to work efficiently and strategically. Existing props were carefully relocated, restored, and integrated into the new experience, while additional elements were introduced to enhance the attraction. Despite a tight three-
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month timeline to complete the entire transformation, smart and creative solutions were implemented to maximize impact. For example, underwater columns were crafted from a single mold, but each was designed with different angles to create the illusion of unique structures. Attention to detail extends to opening date, and a themed locker showcases park merchandise.
Sustainability at the core During the design process the team prioritized sustainability by repurposing existing elements. Every piece in the tank was carefully recuperated, refurbished, and reinstalled. Furniture was being re-used, including old radios and even plants from the tank. While adding new elements to enhance the
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