Bocaraca, Steel roller coaster in Parque Diversiones, La Uruca, San José, Costa Rica.
The roller coaster reaches speeds of 37.3 miles per hour and includes two corkscrew elements separated by a turn along its 1,148-foot track length.
The attraction operated as Whirlwind at Playland Park from 1984 to 1992, then at Knoebels Amusement Resort until 2004, before moving to Costa Rica in 2005.
The roller coaster represents the introduction of advanced mechanical entertainment systems in Central America, marking a shift in regional recreation preferences.
The ride accommodates 28 passengers per train in seven cars, with two rows of two seats each, requiring riders to meet a minimum height of 48 inches.
The coaster features a distinctive yellow track with blue supports, replacing its earlier white and green color scheme from its time in the United States.
GPS coordinates: 9.95981,-84.12826
Latest update: March 12, 2025 21:12
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