New thrill ride launched at Gold Reef City

GOLD Reef City’s first-of-its-kind aeronautical ride The High Flying Maverick has now opened at the theme park.

The High Flying Maverick adds a nine out of 10 fear factor ride to Gold Reef City Theme Park’s already wide range of more than 30 rides, which include the famous Anaconda, Tower of Terror, Miners Revenge and Jozi Express, just to name a few.

The new ride was launched on March 17 and saw adrenalin-junkies who were brave enough to push themselves to the limit, climb into the cockpit with three other fearless stunt pilots.

They strapped themselves into their seats, a total of 24 thrill-seekers in six four-seater cockpits who went through the pre-flight check with Gold Reef City Theme Park’s ground control, before experiencing the most exhilarating ride on the continent.

Combining thrilling motion and spectacular visual effects, The High Flying Maverick takes riders on an amazing journey which replicates the experiences and sensations of an acrobatic aeroplane flight, with banks, loops, dives and weightlessness that will test even the most experienced thrill seekers.

The action takes place up to eight metres above the ground. As with all Gold Reef City Theme Park rides, safety is a key aspect of the experience and class five over-the-shoulder restraints incorporated into the seats allow riders 1.3 metres and taller to participate in this amazing ‘flying’ experience. The ride is about more than the loops and dives – the visual impact of The High Flying Maverick takes it to the next level of thrill riding. The sheer speed, the independent movement of each arm and the impressive overall size of the structure make it a true test of nerve and bravery.

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— El Broide (@ElBroide) March 22, 2018

What this means for Gold Reef City

As a never-seen-before ride for the continent, the High Flying Maverick is an outstanding addition and with so much already on offer at the theme park.

“Gold Reef City is constantly evolving to ensure that we remain relevant, adding new and exciting forms of entertainment into the mix. We’re delighted to launch this new thrill ride which is undoubtedly going to get adrenalin-junkies into the front row seats of this extreme aerobatic show,” said Kiran Singh, director of operations and complex general manager at Gold Reef City.

The High Flying Maverick is exclusive to Thrill Rider ticket holders – R210 per person for full access to all rides and attractions in the park, and all riders must be 1.3m or taller. For more information and ticket bookings, please visit www.goldreefcity.co.za

Test the High Flying Maverick for yourself. The Theme Park is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays except during Gauteng public school holidays.

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