The ride
Penguin Trek is a steel family launched roller coaster built by Bolliger & Mabillard at SeaWorld Orlando in Sea of Ice, Florida, having opened to the public in 2024. After 2 seasons of operation it remains one of the defining attractions on the SeaWorld Orlando midway, drawing repeat riders who track every subtle change to its trains, restraints and station soundtrack.
On paper the ride is a serious thrill machine. It climbs 65 ft above the park before pitching forward into its first descent. Trains reach a top speed of 43.0 mph before the first turnaround, where the layout opens up into a sequence of lateral and vertical elements. In total the track stretches 302 ft, giving the experience a distinctly long-form feel rather than the punchy one-and-done character of many modern compact coasters. enthusiast trip-planning resources
Coasters from Bolliger & Mabillard have a recognizable signature in track shaping, train design and the way transitions are paced. Riders familiar with other Bolliger & Mabillard installations will pick up on the same DNA in Penguin Trek's layout, particularly through its station design and the sound profile of the running gear.
Plan to ride Penguin Trek early in the day or during the final hour before park close, when standby waits at SeaWorld Orlando typically drop. Single-rider lines and early-entry ticketing programs, when available at SeaWorld Orlando, are usually the fastest ways to get repeat rides on a busy day.