Sometimes to get away from the mundanity of life, we need an adrenaline kick to feel alive.
Maybe that's why globetrotters love doing really exciting stuff like skydiving or bungee jumping when they're on vacation.
But did you know there's a simpler way to get that rush of adrenaline? You can hop on a roller coaster! As you strap in with anticipation, there's a surge of excitement coursing through your veins and when the ride comes to a thrilling conclusion, you step off with shaky legs and a pounding heart, but you can't help but notice a sense of exhilaration and triumph. In those fleeting moments of adrenaline-fuelled excitement, you have truly felt alive, In Dubai, there's no shortage of thrilling rides to get your blood pumping. In Dubai, there are plenty of thrilling roller coaster rides at record-breaking speeds and hair-raising drops to get your heart thumping with excitement. Ready for an adrenaline boost in Dubai? Don't miss out on these five incredible roller coaster Dubai rides.
Spider-Man: Doc Ock's Revenge
Step into a live-action Spiderman comic book at this MARVEL zone rollercoaster. This ride is not the fastest or the scariest, but it offers exhilarating fun and is a must-try for Marvel fans. The roller coaster’s unique thrill factor is that the car spins as the roller coaster rides through the undulating tracks through dark tunnels and scenes of Spiderman and Doc Ock’s feud action.
Location: IMG Worlds of Adventure, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai.
Minimum Height needed: 1.05m - 3ft 5 inches if adults accompany the minors.
Speed: 37 mph
Fear Factor: It is a mild-adventure thrill ride, not suited for those having motion sickness or problems with smoke and strobing lights.
The Velociraptor
Within the indoor theme park of IMG Worlds of Adventure, Velociraptor is the only ride that zooms outside the indoor theme park into the Dubai desert at breakneck speeds and returning back into the venue. This Dubai roller coaster is the fastest ride in the theme park set within the Lost Valley Dinosaur Adventure - a space that feels straight out of the pre-historic era. The ride takes you through the lush jungle and a series of horseshoe curves, vertical drops, loops, twist and turns accelerating to a speed of 62.1 miles per hour! This thrilling experience is a popular attraction and perfect for adrenaline junkies.
Location: IMG Worlds of Adventure, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, City of Arabia, Dubai.
Minimum Height needed: 1.30m
Speed: 62.1 mph
Fear Factor: This is a high-speed ride not meant for the faint-hearted.
The Storm Coaster
If you are looking for something to get your heart racing amid a shopping spree, The Storm Coaster is for you. The Storm Coaster at Dubai Hills Mall is like the new thrill ride in the city that has quickly caught the attention of adventure enthusiasts as it is the world’s swiftest vertical launch roller coaster experience. The ride soars through a track that takes you 50 metres high inside the mall before taking a near-vertical nose-dive back to the ground. It kind of gives you a feeling of being stuck in a whirlwind storm. This roller coaster in Dubai is a nice way to add some thrill to a shopping experience.
Location: Dubai Hills Mall, Dubai Hills Estate, Al Khail Road, Dubai
Minimum Height needed: 130 cm
Speed: 41 kmph
Fear Factor: Since it has a high-speed vertical launch, inclined twists, sharp turns and vertical drops, it is a knuckle-whitening ride not suited for those who can't handle stomach drops and high-speed soars.
Madagascar Mad Pursuit
Set around the movie Madagascar, this roller coaster is a single-car ride indoor roller coaster that courses through vibrantly lit tunnels and arenas depicting scenes in a way that riders are escaping the animal catcher Blaise DuBoir based on the movie Madagascar 3. The main attraction of this indoor roller coaster is its rapid twists and turns through dark tunnels illuminated by incredible multi-hued lighting. It is more of an exhilarating chase rather than a heart-pounding scare.
Location: Motiongate, Dubai Parks and Resorts, Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai
Minimum Height needed: 125 cm
Speed: 83 mph
Fear Factor: It's great for those who love a good adrenaline rush without the extreme terror factor.
General Safety and Tips
Dubai's theme parks are pretty top-notch with maintenance and safety protocols and take it quite seriously. Hence if at any ride, selfie sticks and electronic gear are not permitted, adhere to them.
Make sure you go through the height restriction and health measures to ensure that you are fit to take the roller coaster ride. These rollercoaster rides are intense and you can only enjoy them if you are physically and mentally prepared to go through such a high-speed thrill.
If any ride has throbbing, flashing lights, smoke or drops that can cause you dizziness, it is best to not go ahead for that thrill.
Do adhere to all safety instructions. Make sure you buckle up the harness and seatbelts and keep your hands and legs inside the carriage you are seated in at all times. Do not try to stand during your ride.
Make sure you do not carry any loose items that can dangle, get caught or has risk of falling while you are having fun on the ride.
Use passes that can get you to avoid queues and long waiting times if available as these rides are quite popular among visitors and most of the time you will face a huge line to enjoy these roller coaster rides.
Listen to your body and mind. Avoid these rollercoaster rides if you suffer from heart conditions, or back problems, have recently had surgery or are an expecting mother. Some roller coaster rides allow disabled people with specific conditions. There can be restrictions in place for those having prosthetic limbs. Those with wheelchairs can ride in certain roller coasters but they should be in a position to transfer from the wheelchair to the car seat.
Wear loose and comfortable clothes, closed footwear for your roller coaster ride. However, do not wear any loose apparel to style your attire such as scarves or hats.
Respect the ride operators and the staff, use courteous language and avoid any kind of arguments or confrontation in case a ride is cancelled or there are long waiting times under some circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the roller coaster rides suitable for children?
The roller coaster rides have height restrictions rather than age restrictions. However, it is of utmost importance to view the comfort of youngsters who want to ride the roller coaster. If they find it as an uncomfortable or scary experience, it is best not to ride them.
Can kids ride solo on the Dubai roller coasters?
No. A grownup should assist a child at all times on a roller coaster ride.
Are the Dubai roller coasters safe to ride?
Yes, these are absolutely safe to ride as the theme parks in Dubai give utmost priority to the safety of its guests. Each roller coaster goes through thorough maintenance and daily safety checks before its operations for the day. All the staff, security personnel and trained to offer required assistance and guidance as well before, during and after the ride.
So, ready to enjoy the best roller coaster rides of your life? Head to Dubai for the most unforgettable adventure roller coaster experience this year!