Has anyone ever died at Rainbows End?

On 10 February 1990, Thomas Wayne Hemi, 19 years old, fell from a bungy jump at the park. On 2 February 2008, Michael Ross Stuart, a 21-year-old park worker died while carrying out maintenance work on a ferris wheel, located in the Cadbury Land Dream Castle attraction.

Is the log flume open at Rainbows End?

During weekends, school and public holidays the Power Surge. Log Flume and Gold Rush open at 11am.

How long is the log flume ride?

nine-minute
More work is expected to be done in November which will transform the nine-minute long ride, which takes participants through an ‘enchanted forest’. The theme park’s marketing and business development manager Susan Mudie said the work is being done now in order to get the transformation ready by the summer period.

How many rides are in Rainbows End?

In total there are seven rides for children in this area the Choco Express, Magic Bikes, Surf n Swing, Carousel, Jumpin’ Star, Space Shuttles and Carwash Convoy. This area also featured three brand new birthday rooms which together are able to cater to birthday groups with up to 50 children.

How long do you need at Rainbows End?

1. Re: how long at rainbows end??? If you are visiting Mon-Fri New Zealand children will be in school and the queues short (particularly if it’s raining) In this case, half a day should be plenty. In the weekends, you’ll need more time but probably not a whole day.

Can you take food into Rainbows End?

6. Rainbow’s End has a great selection of dining options for individuals, families and groups. No outside food may be brought into the park, however a special birthday cake may be brought into the park if you have booked our Birthday Room or Rainbow Birthday package.

Can you go to Rainbows End while raining?

For your enjoyment & safety. Rainbow’s End cannot operate the Family Karts & Scorpion Karts in wet weather and until the tracks are dry. The Invader cannot be operated in wet weather.

How tall do you have to be at Rainbows End?

Riders must be at least 80cm. All children under 120cm must be accompanied, and seated next to a responsible person that is over 160cm in height.

Can you take your own food into Rainbows End?

5) Rainbow’s End has a great selection of dining options for individuals, families and groups. No outside food may be brought into the park, however a special birthday cake may be brought into the park if you have booked our Birthday Room or Rainbow Birthday package.

Do you have to wear shoes at Rainbows End?

Enclosed footwear is recommended for all rides. Closed non-slip footwear is recommended at all times in the park.

When was the log flume ride at Rainbows End destroyed?

On 21 June 1998, a fire struck the Log Flume ride. Over 75% of the ride was destroyed and two offenders were arrested. After that, the Log Flume was reconstructed and re-themed.

Are there any rides that cannot be operated at Rainbows End?

Rainbow’s End cannot operate the Family Karts, Scorpion Karts or Invader in wet weather. For Kart operation, the tracks need to dry before they can be operated. Some rides, including the Fearfall, Stratosfear and Power Surge are unable to be operated in high wind conditions.

Why was Rainbows End closed for two days?

The worker became trapped between one of the carriages and the frame of the ride, and had to be cut free by firefighters, but died at the scene. The accident, which occurred before the park opened for the day, caused the park to be closed down for two days because of “unforeseen circumstances”. Stuart had been working at the park since 2005.

How tall do you have to be to ride Rainbows End?

Riders must be at least 80cm. All children under 120cm must be accompanied, and seated next to a responsible person that is over 160cm in height. Click the link below for what to do if you have a booking or ticket impacted by closure, as well as other frequently asked questions regarding Rainbow’s End during the Covid-19 outbreak.