ALL-NEW Riptide Race Dueling Water Slide
- First of its kind ride in San Antonio pits teams against each other in a race to the finish
- 51-foot tower releases teams of two down twists and turns through a high-speed race to the splash down
- All-New full service Turi’s Beach Bar also set to open adjacent to the Big Surf Shores wave pool
- Passholders will enjoy exclusive ride time that provides shorter lines and wait times
- For a limited time, guests purchasing a SeaWorld Season or Annual pass get Aquatica for free
SAN ANTONIO, TX., (February 23, 2022) – Aquatica, Texas’ best waterpark, will open its newest thrilling water ride, Riptide Race on Saturday, March 5, 2022, just in time for Spring Break. This ALL-NEW pipeline ride, the first of its kind in San Antonio, combines everything guests love about Aquatica’s existing rides with a new layer of fun - good-natured competition by featuring dueling side-by-side flumes and low walls to give racers full view of the competition. Set atop of 51-foot tower, guests will board a two-person raft and race through 565 feet of slides. Guests can challenge each other and vie for victory while speeding through each turn, spin, and loop to see which team feels the rush of victory as they blast down into a splashdown.
“We are excited to open Riptide Race at Aquatica in San Antonio,” said Lise Collins, Vice President of Aquatica. “We know our guests are constantly seeking new adventures at our parks and we are always on the hunt to provide them with something unique and exciting to enhance their experience. We think Riptide Race will give park-goers even more reason to love Aquatica and keep coming back for more.”
Aquatica continues its ride innovation with Riptide Race as the third new high-speed water ride in as many years. The high-speed adventure is sure to exceed park-goers wildest water ride dreams. With a height requirement of 42 inches, this fast-paced, high-speed adventure will be the perfect ride for families.
In addition to the all-new Riptide Race, Aquatica will premiere a new bar, Turi’s Beach Bar, adjacent to Big Surf Shores wave pool. This full-service bar will feature a variety of beers, mixed drinks, cocktails, and frozen drinks for beachgoers to enjoy at the bar, poolside or in one of the many private cabanas available to rent.
Aquatica San Antonio opens for the 2022 season on March 5 and will be open daily until March 20 for Spring Break. After Spring Break, Aquatica will be open Fridays through Sundays until summer when daily operation resumes. Aquatica Pass Members will also have opportunity throughout the summer to enjoy exclusive ride time on Riptide Race, ensuring short lines and wait times to experience this fast-paced, exhilarating adventure.
For a Limited Time, Guests Purchasing a SeaWorld Season or Annual Pass Get Aquatica for Free
Pass members can experience fantastic new thrill rides all year long with unlimited admission to both SeaWorld and Aquatica for all of 2022. There has never been a better time to buy a pass to SeaWorld San Antonio.
Pass membership includes free parking, Pass Member exclusive events, in-park discounts and more. In addition to the world-class thrill rides and animal attractions, a 2022 Passes offers guests access to SeaWorld’s upcoming signature events including Seven Seas Food Festival, BierFest, and Electric Ocean; as well as Aquatica’s extreme water rides and serene relaxing beach fronts. It’s the best deal of the year and only on sale for a limited time.
More information on Riptide Race, Spring Break, and unbeatable deals can be found at www.AquaticaSanAntonio.com.
About SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc.
SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter, and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. The Company is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry and veterinary care. The Company collectively cares for what it believes is one of the largest zoological collections in the world and has helped lead advances in the care of animals. The Company also rescues and rehabilitates marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned or abandoned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than 39,500 animals in need over the Company’s history. SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 60-year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind zoological collection. The Company’s theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests.