Pipeline at SeaWorld Orlando opens May 27, with pass member previews starting May 12
The latest addition to SeaWorld Orlando’s roller coaster collection opens this month. Pipeline, the world’s first surf coaster, will open for all guests on May 27, 2023, but annual pass members can receive access to enjoy Pipeline as early as May 12, 2023.
We have seen testing for Pipeline, so we knew the surf coaster would be opening soon. SeaWorld even released a teaser social media video stating Pipeline would open in May 2023; however, we hadn’t been given an exact opening date for guests to plan their trips to SeaWorld. Until now.
SeaWorld has posted on social media that Pipeline would open on May 27, 2023, for everyone and that SeaWorld Orlando annual pass members can ride this coaster before then.
The schedule for annual pass members looks like this:
- May 12-15, 2023 – Platinum level only
- May 18-20, 2023 – Platinum and Gold only
- May 21-23 , 2023 – Platinum, Gold, and Silver only
- May 24-25, 2023 – Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze only
- May 26, 2023 – All Pass Members + Fun Card holders.
Pipeline adds to the theme park’s self-claimed reputation as the “Coaster Capital of Orlando.” You can view the social media post of this announcement below.
Pipeline: The Surf Coaster
Each rider will get the rush of cutting through waves as they race up to heights of 110 feet in the air and go upside down on a wave curl along the 2,950 feet of the track. Pipeline will send riders through five different airtime moments during the almost two-minute ride.
“We are always looking for exciting ways to take thrills to a new level. This first-of-its-kind roller coaster will be the perfect addition to the already incredible lineup of attractions at SeaWorld Orlando,” said Kyle Miller, SeaWorld Orlando park president. “SeaWorld Orlando will be the only place in the world to ride a roller coaster like this and we welcome everyone looking for the chance to experience it.”
How is Pipeline Unique?
The Bolliger & Mabillard Consulting Engineers Inc. (B&M) designed Pipeline will be a launching coaster taking take riders on a surfing adventure over roller coaster waves, complete with an inversion and wide-open views of the park.
The innovative design elements that make this a first-of-its-kind roller coaster are the surfing launch and wave-jumping motions riders will experience. The unique surfboard-shaped ride vehicle will give riders an all-new experience from the start.
Pipeline opens for all guests on May 27, 2023. SeaWorld Orlando annual pass members should check their e-mail for information about early access or consult SeaWorld Orlando’s website.
