Discover Shambhala
Our tips:
- Go early or late
- Consider Express
- Combine with Dragon Khan
Shambhala
Shambhala is the tallest roller coaster at PortAventura Park and is located in China. It's a hypercoaster: a roller coaster that stands out for its height and long drops. The ride opened in 2012 and was built by Bolliger & Mabillard.
The concept
According to an ancient myth, Shambhala is a city in a valley in the Himalayas, the cradle of eternal youth and a realm of peace and wisdom. The king of the world is said to live there, connected to every continent by secret passages. The coaster takes you, high above China, to that city.
The Experience
After the lift hill up to 76 metres comes the longest drop in the park: 78 metres. You reach around 134 km/h. Then come five camelbacks, humps in the track that lift you out of your seat. There are no loops, but there is a tunnel and a splash effect over the water. The track is just over 1.5 kilometres long.
Discover Shambhala
Go early or late
Shambhala is one of the most popular attractions in the park. The queue is usually shorter right after opening and at the end of the day.
Consider Express
Shambhala is included in PortAventura Express ONE and Express 5 Adrenaline. You can buy Express online or in the park; online is cheaper.
Combine with Dragon Khan
Dragon Khan is close by in China, so you can tick off the two big coasters in this area in quick succession.
Visitor information
You must be at least 1.40 metres tall. Shambhala is a photo ride: you can pick up your photo at the photo shop by the exit, or get it digitally via MyPhoto Cloud. There is a separate entrance for visitors with disabilities, but the attraction is temporarily unavailable to wheelchair users.
High above China
For many visitors, Shambhala is the highlight of PortAventura Park. From the top you look out over the park and the coast. If you're coming for the big coasters, add Furius Baco and Red Force to your list too.
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