Busch Gardens Cobra’s Curse Opening Date Set

Tampa, FL — Tampa Bay area thrill ride lovers don’t have to wait much longer to brave Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s newest rollercoaster. The theme park has announced Cobra’s Curse will open before June comes to a close.

The official opening date has been set for Friday, June 17. The ride is a “one-of-a-kind spin coaster that features a menacing 30,000-pound snake icon and a 70-foot vertical lift that will take riders within inches of its 3-foot-wide eyes and 4-foot-long fans,” the park wrote in a media release.

The ride lasts 3 ½ minutes and reaches speeds of 40 mph down a 2,100-foot serpentine-like track. What sets it apart from other attractions is the ride’s free-spinning ability as it travels backward and forward along the track.

“Guests will experience a new spin with each ride,” the park promises. “Each train spins randomly, with frequency and direction determined by the rider weight distribution.”

For those not so sure about tackling Cobra’s Curse in Florida’s summertime heat, the park also has good news. The ride’s queue is air conditioned. Plus, it features an exhibit of four exotic snake species to keep guests entertained while they wait.

Those brave enough to challenge Cobra’s Curse must be at least 48 inches tall, Kids who stand 42 inches, however, may ride with a parent or guardian.

To find out more about the ride, visit CobrasCurse.com. For information on park tickets, visit Busch Gardens online.

Photos courtesy of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay