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Summary
The Congo River Rapid ride rushes through Katanga Canyon and fits in with the areas theme very well. It features a huge layout and large waterfalls. Watch out for the queues in summer though, they can be very long.
Statistics
› First Installed: 1986
› Manufacturer: Intamin
› Duration: 6 mins
› Length: 725m (2378' 7")
› Restraint Type: Ring In Centre Of Boat
› Capacity: 280
› Throughput: 1,800 Persons Per Hour
› Manufacturer: Intamin
› Duration: 6 mins
› Length: 725m (2378' 7")
› Restraint Type: Ring In Centre Of Boat
› Capacity: 280
› Throughput: 1,800 Persons Per Hour
History
In 1986 a huge project was undertaken by Alton Towers, 10 acres of land was re-formed and tonnes of land and rubble removed to make way for a new water ride. The ride was formally in an area called Aqua Land but this was renamed to Katanga Canyon in 1992 when The Runaway Mine Train was installed.
Guest Information
› Riders must be at least 0.9m (3') tall. Riders in-between 0.9m (3') and 1.1m (3' 3") must be accompanied by an adult.
› Wheelchair access is available via the ride exit ramp.
› On-Ride photos are available from the Congo River Rapids ride photo shop.
› Wheelchair access is available via the ride exit ramp.
› On-Ride photos are available from the Congo River Rapids ride photo shop.
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Reviews
Mike: (
) This is a great ride! I had lots of fun on this ride!!!
will: (
) Good ride I always get soked but need to make it more wet!!
Paul: (
) Needs a bit of a revamp, a paint job, it needs something to brighten it up. The ride itself is brilliant, just watch out for water splashing up your back.
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