On May 26, 2012, SeaWorld San Diego opened a new mega-attraction called Manta, a Mack launched roller coaster featuring two launches and speeds of up to 43 miles per hour. The new attraction would also include a bat ray aquarium and touch pool. The following collection of photos were taken during the last few months of construction.
Fancy rockwork taking shape, surrounded by the bright blue tracks of the soon to be opened, Manta coaster.
Aerial taken from the Sky Tower in early April of 2012.
Manta Construction Site
More Construction
Far side of the Manta attraction. Landscaping has yet to be added.
A worker examines one of the supports.
Aerial shot taken in early May of 2012.
The flamingos have been taken off exhibit during construction.
A pair of plastic flamingos are the only inhabitants of Flamingo Lagoon during the Manta's construction.
Trains are given test runs before opening day. Is this one stuck?
Progress continues on the rockwork adorning the ride.
Landscapers are busy planting the hundreds of plants that will decorate the grounds surrounding the Manta.
Landscaping around the boarding station is underway.
Potted plants waiting to be planted.
Landscaping continues as workers are busy painting the station.
It must be break time.
A Manta ride vehicle is on display near the entrance to the park.
Coming soon...Photos of the completed attraction.
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