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Rhino Rally

2001 establishments in Florida2014 disestablishments in FloridaAmusement rides introduced in 2001Amusement rides manufactured by VekomaAmusement rides that closed in 2014
Busch Gardens Tampa BayRemoved amusement attractions
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Rhino Rally was a safari-themed attraction located at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, a theme park located in Tampa, Florida. The ride was opened on May 23, 2001, in the Nairobi section of the park and lasts between 5 and 6 minutes. The ride was closed on September 1, 2014, due to consistent maintenance issues. The pretense of the attraction was that guests are going on a normal safari ride which turns into a search for a lost driver named Scooter Roberts.

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33617 Tampa
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