Much-awaited Niagara Falls flying theatre ride debuts to rave reviews from public
Niagara Falls' much-anticipated flying ride, Niagara Takes Flight, officially opened its doors to the public on the Labour Day long weekend.
The team behind the ride promised that this would be a completely new way to experience the beauty of Canada, and public opinion based on the ride's first few days in operation suggests that they've indeed achieved what they were going after.
Reaction has been overwhelmingly positive in these early days post-launch, and it seems Niagara Takes Flight passed the test of public opinion with flying colours.
There was a lot of buzz and promotion around this experience in the months leading up to its Aug. 29 opening, and crowds flocked to the immersive ride as soon as they could, eager to see what the hype was all about.
As local travel influencers posted their reviews of the ride on Instagram (all positive so far!), the general public poured into the comments raving about this virtual journey through the gorgeous landscapes of the Falls. Feedback like, "This was so fun!" and "It was so awesome!" flooded the comments sections of social media posts on Instagram.
One user commented on a Niagara Parks Facebook post, saying, "We were one of the first members of the general public to get to experience this attraction! GRAB your tickets and buckle up you won't be disappointed!"
Another rider took to Instagram to make a point that it's "Nice to have an additional option for experiencing the Falls, especially when the weather isn't great!" And that's bang on. With the ride open year-round, guests can take flight in any season — rain, shine, or snow — and experience no turbulence, of course.
Niagara Takes Flight isn't just an immersive experience for the thrills; it's paired with an interesting lesson that takes riders through epic battles and milestones that have shaped the nation's history, too.
And this aspect of the ride didn't go unnoticed. One rider commented, "Educational and fun! This is perfect for when our relatives come to visit."
The attraction is designed to make you feel like you're soaring across breathtaking landscapes, offering a bird's-eye view spanning across 56 kilometres, without ever leaving your seat. Before the ride begins, you get to tour a pre-show, split between three different rooms, that takes you back 13,000 years of history.
Between the stunning visuals and the immersive effects, it's already proving to be one of the hottest new draws at Niagara Falls, as excited tourists plan their visits to one of Ontario's hotspots, anticipating their visit as another Instagram user comments, "Adding this to my list!"
Tickets for adults are $29.00, and a bundle deal is available for those who want to go in pairs. You can get a better bang for your buck if you purchase one of Niagara Falls' adventure passes that includes Niagara Takes Flight and a handful of other attractions.
So, did the $25 million investment pay off? I think so. Judging by the packed long weekend and early reviews from visitors — plus, no complaints about any long lineups, if there were any at all — Niagara Takes Flight is set to become a must-do for anyone planning a trip to the Falls this year.
Niagara Takes Flight is located at 6650 Niagara River Parkway, in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
