Guide to High Thrill Rides in Orlando Theme Parks
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Brave the Forbidden Mountain and face the mysterious Yeti on this thrilling adventure
Ready to take your theme park experience to the next level? Orlando's high thrill rides offer heart-pounding adventures with significant drops, high speeds, and intense moments. These attractions are perfect for thrill-seekers and experienced riders looking for excitement.
From iconic roller coasters to cutting-edge attractions, discover all the high thrill rides across Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld Orlando.
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Quick Facts About High Thrill Rides
Total High Thrill Rides
29
Average Height Required
43″
Height Range
32″ - 48″
Distribution Across Parks
High thrill rides can be found throughout Orlando's theme parks:
- Islands of Adventure: 6 high thrill rides
- Magic Kingdom: 2 high thrill rides
- Animal Kingdom: 2 high thrill rides
- Hollywood Studios: 2 high thrill rides
- Epcot: 2 high thrill rides
- Universal Studios: 3 high thrill rides
- SeaWorld Orlando: 2 high thrill rides
- Volcano Bay: 3 high thrill rides
- Aquatica Orlando: 4 high thrill rides
- Typhoon Lagoon: 1 high thrill rides
- Blizzard Beach: 2 high thrill rides
What Makes a Ride "High Thrill"?
High thrill rides are characterized by:
- Significant drops and steep hills
- High speeds and rapid acceleration
- Sharp turns and banking
- Possible inversions or zero-gravity moments
- Higher height requirements (typically 48" or taller)
- May include intense theming or darkness
Complete List of High Thrill Rides
Skull Island: Reign of Kong
Brave an expedition into the dark jungles of Skull Island and face the mighty Kong.
Space Mountain
Blast off on a high-speed journey through the darkest reaches of outer space.
Expedition Everest
Brave the Forbidden Mountain and face the mysterious Yeti on this thrilling adventure.
Avatar Flight of Passage
Soar on the back of a banshee through the world of Pandora.
Tower of Terror
Drop into the Twilight Zone in this haunted elevator experience.
Test Track
Design and test your own concept vehicle on this high-speed circuit.
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Join the Guardians on an intergalactic chase through space and time.
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Join the Resistance in an epic battle against the First Order.
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man
Join Spider-Man in a 3D adventure through the streets of New York.
Transformers: The Ride 3D
Join the Autobots in an immersive 3D battle against the Decepticons.
Splash Mountain
Journey through the mountain before a thrilling 5-story drop.
The Simpsons Ride
Join The Simpsons for a wild and crazy ride through Krustyland.
Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts
Experience a thrilling journey through the vaults of Gringotts Bank in the Wizarding World.
Jurassic Park River Adventure
Encounter dinosaurs before plunging down an 85-foot drop in this water adventure.
Journey to Atlantis
A combination water flume and roller coaster ride through the mythical city of Atlantis.
Infinity Falls
A thrilling river rapids ride featuring the world's tallest drop on a river raft ride.
Krakatau Aqua Coaster
Experience a thrilling water coaster that takes you up and down through the volcano.
Ray Rush
Experience three-in-one thrills with water jets, a giant sphere, and an open-air half-pipe.
TeAwa The Fearless River
An action-packed adventure river with choppy surf and high waves.
Roa's Rapids
An action river adventure with high-speed currents and geysers.
Taumata Racer
High-speed competitive mat racing down a 300-foot waterslide.
Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls
A cartoon-themed log flume ride with a steep drop.
Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
Join Hagrid on a thrilling motorcycle ride through the Forbidden Forest.
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Soar above Hogwarts Castle in this groundbreaking attraction.
Crush 'n' Gusher
Experience a water roller coaster with powerful water jets propelling you uphill and down.
Slush Gusher
Speed down a 90-foot-long snow-banked mountain slope with two hills.
Downhill Double Dipper
Race head-to-head on twin racing slides with speed radar.
Honu ika Moana
Choose between two multi-person slides featuring zero-gravity moments.
Dolphin Plunge
Speed through underwater tubes past a Commerson's dolphin habitat.
Planning Tips
- Consider using single rider lines to reduce wait times
- Visit high thrill rides early in the morning or during parade times
- Use Express Pass or Lightning Lane for popular attractions
- Be aware of weather conditions as many high thrill rides close during storms
- Consider motion sickness remedies if you're sensitive to intense movements
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