Thrilling Open

Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure

Type

roller_coaster

Thrill Level

thrilling

Height Requirement

48 inches

Duration

3 min

Accessibility

Compiled from operator materials and community reporting. Always confirm with Guest Services at the park before planning around a specific need.

Wheelchair accessible: No
Transfer required: Yes
Must transfer from ECV: Yes
DAS / return-time eligible: Yes
Single Rider line: No
Strobe / flashing lights: No
Motion sensitivity warning: Yes

About this Ride

Board Hagrid's enchanted motorbike and sidecar for a thrilling ride through the Forbidden Forest, encountering rare magical creatures including Fluffy, Cornish Pixies, centaurs, and a blast-ended skrewt. This groundbreaking coaster features multiple launches, a free-fall drop, and the most immersive theming of any Universal coaster.

All Rides at Islands of Adventure

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