Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is almost ready to debut its brand new family-friendly roller coaster: Phoenix Rising. It’s billed as the largest family-friendly addition to the Pantopia area of the park. BGT posted an opening schedule for the new ride on its website:
- Wednesday, 7/17: Platinum Preview from 10am – 5pm
- Thursday, 7/18: Platinum and Gold from 10am – 9pm
- Friday, 7/19: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze from 10am – 9pm
- Saturday, 7/20: All Pass Members including Fun Card from 10am – 9pm
- Sunday, 7/21: All Pass Members including Fun Card from 8am – 10am
A perfect view of the Serengeti Plain
“This exhilarating new experience will have family members soaring above the Serengeti Plain before going on an exploratory journey over the Pantopia region, with its vibrant colors, thrilling attractions, and more,” write park officials in a press release. “Riders will feel the rush of the wind and thrill of the flight in this suspended roller coaster that enables ride cars and riders to swing side to side as the train races along the track high above the Serengeti Plain.”
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This is set to be the first coaster to feature onboard audio, enhancing the ride experience with “a one-of-a-kind soundtrack, integrated into an exhilarating array of twists, turns, and surprises for families riding together.”
Phoenix Rising roller coaster is fun for the entire family
Manufactured by Bolliger & Mabillard, “Phoenix Rising” is a family-friendly suspended roller coaster, traveling at speeds up to 44 miles per hour throughout the 1,831-feet journey. With a minimum height requirement of 42 inches, “Phoenix Rising” will be the perfect attraction for thrill-seeking families to embark on and have fun together.
“Phoenix Rising” will be an extraordinary journey for our seasoned coaster enthusiasts and younger thrill-seekers alike,” said Stewart Clark, president of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. “Joining a comprehensive coaster collection, this new attraction reinforces our commitment to provide guests with new, immersive and one-of-a-kind experiences.”
Annual Pass members get early ride access on “Phoenix Rising” prior to its public debut. In addition to exclusive perks and monthly rewards, Pass Members can enjoy a vibrant array of seasonal events throughout the year for as low as $14 per month.
Guests can learn more about all the events, future announcements and the unbeatable benefits of being an Annual Pass member by visiting the theme park’s website. To be the first to know about construction updates, guests can follow Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram and TikTok.
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