Joanna James
The first theme park established by Ferrari; Abu Dhabi's Ferrari World boasts over 37 exhilarating rides including some of the best worldwide. A hot spot for thrills and adventures aimed at the entire family it is a not to be missed attraction in Abu Dhabi. Check out these top Ferrari World rides.
Test your levels of excitement when you take on this challenging rollercoaster ride with a difference. The Fiorano GT Challenge is made up of two F430 Spider cars riding at break-neck speed along the lines, parallel to each other. The adrenaline rush comes on when it seems as though paths are about to cross and you are headed for a crash. Of course, it's not so but the rush of excitement you feel at the moment is enough to satisfy even hard-core adrenaline junkies.
This ride takes you at an unbelievable speed of 149mph in just 5 seconds! Amazing? It is. It's the world's fastest rollercoaster ride after all and is all about lightning speed which is different to other rides that need steep drops to gather speed. Formula Rosa is no walk in the park though, and will certainly have you hanging on tight savouring every nail-biting minute of the adventure. Here's a quick tip, check out rugged Sir Bani Yas Island, home to top luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi. And popular options such as Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort. The place is perfect for adventure-loving tourists as you can explore the Arabian Wildlife Reserve, kayak, dive and snorkel as part of your adventurous experiences in Abu Dhabi.
This is one virtual experience that is more than close to the real deal. Scuderia Challenge is a racing simulator that gives you an up-close-and-personal experience of what it's like to be a Formula 1 racer. The virtual circuit, matching the one at Yas Marina puts you in a six-car race along the tracks. You are in control as you sit in front of the 180˚ screen and grip the steering wheel. Sensitive hydraulic supports bring the entire experience to life as you sway and move to match the rhythm of the race on the screen.
Kids get to hop aboard a vintage 1958 Ferrari 250 California and ride through the best of Italy. The ride takes them past replicas of iconic attractions such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the race tracks and also the gorgeous Italian coastline. It's an immersive and rewarding ride that is both educational and enjoyable.
G-Force is an alternate take on bungee jumping and is certainly a ride reserved for the strong at heart. The ride climbs to a height of 62 metres to come crashing down at nail-biting speeds of 12 metres per second for an adrenaline rush that will last a long time. Test your limits to the max with this one which is a daredevil ride but adheres to the strictest safety routines.
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