Chessington opens new Jumanji land with rollercoaster and themed rooms
Chessington World of Adventures has opened its brand new World of Jumanji today. The exciting new development at the theme park includes all new rollercoasters designed to scare the whole family.
The World of Jumanji will see families follow in the footsteps of Dr. Bravestone played by Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson in the new films. You’ll head through the jungle having plenty of adventures to locate the Jaguar’s Eye Jewel, lift the curse and save Jumanji.
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The Mandrill Mayhem rollercoaster will sweep up riders in the long arms of the terrifying monkey, as the horde whisks those from just 1.2m tall around the sites of Jumanji, all while dodging the hazards of the jungle. The thrilling ride includes inversions where you’ll go upside down and a 55ft tall Jaguar shrine.
The winged, launch, shuttle rollercoaster even has multiple ways to ride. You can head on the thrilling coaster facing forwards or backwards!
The rollercoaster is Chessington’s single largest investment in its history – a feat of engineering, with 144 tonnes of steel track. That’s the equivalent weight of 96 hippos.
In the time it’s taken to construct/build World of Jumanji, you could have watched Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle 1,368 times. But. The rollercoaster isn’t the only ride opening today.
Next up, dodge the fangs of the black mamba on a dizzying, untameable ride in the bazaar, Mamba Strike. It lets riders soaring into the sky before swooping back down again.
Or, guests can swerve a herd of stampeding ostriches on a whirlwind ride through the sandy dunes on Ostrich Stampede. On top of the rides, families can enjoy a number of activities – including a maze of pathways reminiscent of the boardgame in the 1996 film.
Brits who want to turn their adventure at the theme park into a staycation can book into all new themed hotel bedrooms as there are now six world of Jumanji themed bedrooms at the Chessington Safari Hotel up for grabs.
The Jumanji rooms include sprawling trees, cabin-style floors and fun bunkbeds made from the topping walls of temples. Old lamps and other artefacts add to the fun while a jaguar shrine looks down at the double bed emblazoned with Jumanji branded bedding.
Other themed rooms at Chessington include Room on the Broom, the Gruffalo, tiger, giraffe, zebra, penguin, monkey temple and African adventure rooms.
Scott O’Neil, CEO of Merlin Entertainments, which operates Chessington, said: "Whether you are a fan of the films, a fan of rollercoasters or are looking to take your family adventures to The Next Level, the amazing World of Jumanji is ready to welcome all 'those who seek to find, a way to leave their world behind'.
"Years in the making by the best teams in the business and full of ‘firsts’, we can’t wait to share the adventures within World of Jumanji. And, with Chessington’s first inversion we know that we have created an experience that will turn seasoned enthusiasts – and a new generation of rollercoaster fans – upside down.”
Jeffrey Godsick, EVP of Global Partnerships and Brand Management and Head of Location Based Entertainment at Sony Pictures Entertainment, added: "We are excited to have collaborated on a global scale with top tier industry talent at Merlin Entertainments and Chessington World of Adventures Resort for this achievement. The Jumanji franchise has generations of fans who can now enjoy the story in a whole new way. The opening of World of Jumanji will provide a unique thrilling experience for all adventurers for many years to come."
Visit Chessington.com/Jumanji to book tickets and a stay.
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