Did you know that the first mountain slide in Mexico is in the magical town of Orizaba? This adventure attraction, suitable for children and adults, is located on the slopes of a hill.
If you love speed, thrills, and nature, keep reading.
Where is the Orizaba Mountain Slide?
This dizzying attraction is located on Cerro de Escamela, one of the most iconic attractions in the magical town of Orizaba, offering incredible views of the Sierra Madre Oriental and the Veracruz High Mountains.
It is located about a 10-minute drive from downtown Orizaba.
What is the Orizaba Mountain Slide like?
Opened on January 21, 2023, the Orizaba Mountain Slide was the first of its kind in Mexico and is one of the longest in the country.
Built by the German company Wiegand Sports GmbH, which specializes in alpine roller coasters, it has a 650-meter ride through curves and turns on one of the slopes of Cerro de Escamela.
It descends a total of 53 meters and can reach speeds of up to 40 kilometers per hour.
The ride duration varies depending on brake control and the weight of the occupants, although it averages 3 to 8 minutes.
In addition to the sensation of adrenaline, speed, and gravitational pull, the ride offers beautiful panoramic views of the Orizaba Mountains.
What are the rules and recommendations for riding the mountain slide?
The Orizaba Mountain Slide is an adventure activity, so there are some rules and recommendations to keep in mind:
The strollers have a capacity of two people.
The front seat can only be occupied by people at least one meter tall; The rear seat is reserved for people taller than 1.40 meters. The person in the back is responsible for operating the two brake levers.
The levers work like this: lowering them moves the cart forward; raising them slows it down.
The driver must keep their hands on the levers throughout the ride.
The safety distance between each sled must be at least 25 meters.
How much does it cost to ride the Orizaba Mountain Slide?
The cost to ride the Orizaba Mountain Slide is $90 pesos per person.
This attraction is open Thursday through Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. during regular hours, while during the holiday season it is open Monday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Source: eluniversal
