Today we've got a great summertime update from SeaWorld Orlando as we take a look at the area around Mako as well as some pictures of the ride at night. 

The park is sporting an all new amazing skyline and it looks awesome!! 

We are at SeaWorld tonight to see more from the Summer of Mako.

The entire area surrounding Mako has gotten a makeover and is now known as Shark Wreck Reef. ​

More Mako themed food and drink items are available throughout the park. ​

​Love the artwork by Guy Harvey at Mako 

Going for a few more rides on Mako. Lots of fun, definitely great for coaster enthusiasts of all ages! ​

Loving the new coaster skyline at SeaWorld . Had a great night on their awesome rides.

Sunset rides on Mako! ​

Thanks again to Renée for yet another amazing update from Orlando. 

Have you gotten a chance to experience Mako yet? Be sure to let us know your thoughts below. 

​Orlando, Fla. (April 15, 2016) - Mako made its debut run along its 4,760-foot steal track at SeaWorld Orlando this week. During its inaugural test ride, Mako plunged 200-feet down from its initial lift hill, surged through nine air-time hills and reached topped speeds of 73 mph. 
 
Mako’s tight turns and speed are inspired by reality.  Mako sharks are known for their top speed, making extreme jumps and the ability to quickly change course as they pursue their prey. Riders will become submerged into the world of the mako shark and feel the power of the predator as they experience the thrill of the hunt starting June 10.

​Mako Quick Facts:

• Opening June 10, 2016, Mako will be the tallest, fastest and longest coaster in Orlando.
• Mako will be a hypercoaster, designed for speed and relentless “air time”
• Orlando’s only hypercoaster lures guests to brave tight turns, stomach steep drops and endure shark-attack speeds.
• Riders will soar up to 200 feet high and reach speeds up to 73 mph.
• Mako will be the centerpiece of the new two-acre shark-themed realm which also includes Shark Encounter®, Sharks Underwater Grill®, gift shops, and shark- and shipwreck-themed educational experiences.

​ORLANDO, Fla. (March 15, 2016) –  SeaWorld Orlando has installed the final piece of Mako’s nearly mile-long steel track – completing the footprint of what will be Orlando’s longest coaster (as well as fastest and tallest).
 
Following tradition, the 12,500-pound, final piece of track was topped with a waving American flag as it was lifted high in the air by a giant crane, and then bolted into place by workers.  The moment finished off a track that is 4,760 feet of pure thrill.
 

​When Mako – a true hypercoaster – opens this summer, it will top 200 feet high and reach speeds of 73 mph. Riders will feel weightless as they reach the top of each hill. 
 
This January, SeaWorld topped off the highest point of the coaster, with a crest that reaches 200 feet in the air.
 
For more Mako information, visit SeaWorldOrlando.com and join the conversation using #NothingFaster.