Royal Caribbean International is taking passenger fun to new heights. Quite literally. The renowned cruise line has revealed their newest water slide, which towers more than 45 metres above sea level. It's aptly named The Ultimate Abyss and is one of the many new features of the Harmony of the Seas.
Consisting of a pair of side by side cylindrical slides, it overlooks the AquaTheatre at the aft of the ship. The slide runs from the Pool and Sports Zone on Deck 16 to the Boardwalk on Deck 6. Guests who dare to slip and slide their way down the slide will face a 30 metre drop with a series of twists and turns in a serpentine-like tube that allows them to reach up to speeds of approximately 14 kilometres per hour!
Do you dare try out The Ultimate Abyss? (Image: Royal Caribbean International)
A clever design is meant to build anticipation for an extra thrilling ride as guests are launched from a glass platform that allows them to take one final look at the Boardwalk below. Then it's onto a customised mat to take the plunge! More than just a water slide, though, this thrill ride is equipped with spontaneous sound effects within the twisting 80-centimetre tunnel to provide a multi-sensory experience.
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Fancy a turn? The Ultimate Abyss will officially launch in May 2016, joining an incredible line-up of guest facilities aboard the world's largest cruise ship. The Harmony of the Seas will be comprised of 16 guests, encompass 227,000 gross registered tons, carry 5,497 guests at double occupancy and feature 2,747 staterooms. It will also tout Royal Caribbean's exclusive seven neighbourhood concept through the architecturally stunning Oasis class, which includes Central Park, Boardwalk, The Royal Promenade, The Pool and Sports Zone.
As far as fun and entertainment goes, there will be more than enough to keep you enthralled as you hit the high seas. The Perfect Storm (a trio of water slides) joins the Ultimate Abyss, and the Flowrider allows you to test your surfing skills on a simulator. Splashaway Bay aqua park is just for the kids, while the Solarium is an adults-only indoor/outdoor retreat. From the Vitality Spa & Fitness Centre to the breathtaking high dives and water dancing shows at the open air AquaTheatre, there will never be a dull moment onboard this incredible ship.
