The Orbit

Guests who embark on Orbit get rapidly spun at increasing speeds and lifted by a large hydraulic arm to as high as 80 ft. in the air. Then, let the centrifugal force be with you as you get turned upside down over and over again. The ride begins simply enough, as riders step in the cars stationed just inches above the ground. Upon settling in, it is clear there is a swivel to the car and the current position is only temporary. Guests are soon spinning in a nearly perfect loop perpendicular to the earth below. The dark night skies add to Orbit’s atmosphere with thematic lighting giving a new element to riders and watchers alike. Orbit was originally called Orleans Orbit and is one of the original rides dating back to Great America’s grand opening in 1976.