Sand Serpent, Steel roller coaster in Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Florida.
The Sand Serpent is a steel coaster featuring sharp turns and sudden drops along its winding track. The ride reached speeds of 28 miles per hour with a maximum height of 46 feet.
The coaster was originally installed in 1996 at Busch Gardens Williamsburg before relocating to Tampa Bay in 2004 under a different name. It operated under several different names before closing in 2023.
The name reflects a connection to the 1996 Summer Olympics, as the park served as a sponsor for the international sporting event. This link to global sports history shaped how visitors understood this family-friendly attraction.
Check the daily schedule and verify height requirements before boarding this family-friendly ride located in the park. The attraction sits in the Pantopia section, making it straightforward to find and access.
The ride underwent three name changes throughout its operation, each reflecting different chapters of its history. These transformations document how the attraction evolved across different time periods.
Location: Florida
GPS coordinates: 28.03850,-82.42240
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:51
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