It’s brief, but noticeable and it’s the reason why I prefer Manta in the front more than in the back. This causes what may possibly be the world’s first moment of airtime on a flying roller coaster.

(Coaster Geek Analysis – In comparison, S:UF’s loop is 78′ tall and Tatsu’s is 124′ tall) Where other B&M flyers flatten out or gradually climb before entering this inside-downward loop, Manta makes a pretty sharp climb up into it. After the drop, the train climbs back up and into the 98 foot tall pretzel loop. Both the riders aboard the train and those waiting to ride cheer in excitement and the train begins its ascent.ġ40 feet later, with the tropical trees far below, the train begins its swooping 113 foot drop. SeaWorld did a nice job in spicing up this transition with a loud sound effect. Then, after everyone is secured in the comfortable harnesses, the seats fold upward until the riders are facing the floor below in a superman-like position. They are positioned below the track with eight rows of cars that have four across seating. The trains look like standard Bolliger & Mabillard inverted trains at first. On to the ride.Īs you reach the station, you can’t help but notice the tricked out trains complete with blue sting ray theming. I will try to upload my short video of the exhibit. They look like they’re flying as they swim hence the tag line for the coaster, “Ride the Flying Ray.” I recommend the exhibit whether you ride Manta or not. If you’ve never seen a manta in person, they’re quite unforgettable. The exhibit was accessible guests without having to enter the ride’s queue. Manta’s station was integrated with a really cool manta exhibit. Manta is the much-hyped flying roller coaster that I first blogged about some 13 months ago.

The park was clean and beautifully-themed. It was my first time to SeaWorld, but right away I recognized that I was at a Busch-owned theme park. Manta – SeaWorld Orlando’s New Signature AttractionĪfter the eight hour drive down to Orlando for the Manta Grand Opening and Media Day, I was hoping to not be disappointed and thankfully I wasn’t.

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