
New for 2026. Open on Orange Days.
New for 2026. Open on Orange Days.
New for 2026! Open daily: 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
Set sail with Blackbeard’s crew of 24 and board the legendary Buccaneer! Brave the tempest as you soar 8 metres into the sky, hitting speeds of 18 knots before being plunged backwards in a thrilling reversal.
Are you ready to face the storm?
Note: Please visit the cave entrance for all safety rules and ride restrictions.
Jacob was forcing his air time!
Ben & Jacob, YouTube: Ride Comparisons
Blackbeard's Buccaneer Restrictions
Maximum Weight: 150kg / 330lb
You must be at least 92cm tall to ride. Riders between 92cm to 125cm must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 17 years and above.
You must be above 125cm tall to ride alone.
Information
Persons who suffer from vertigo, Menieres disease, back or spinal problems, high blood pressure, heart conditions or any other medical conditions which may be affected by this ride and pregnant women are advised not to ride.
Accessibility
Riders should be in good general health and must have sufficient upper body strength to be able to brace themselves against the mild forces caused by the swinging ship.
Rules
PLEASE READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PARTICIPATING
A responsible adult aged 17 years or older must assist the child they are accompanying and insure they follow all the rules and instructions given by the ride operator. In all cases the ride operators' decisions and instructions are made on the grounds of safety. These are final and must be obeyed. Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated.
BY TAKING PART IN THIS RIDE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO ADHERE TO THE RULES LISTED ABOVE AND UNDERSTAND THAT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF MOTION SICKNESS WHEN USING THE RIDE. KNOCKHATCH ADVENTURE PARK CANNOT ACCEPT ANY LIABILITY FOR INJURY CAUSED WHILST USING THIS RIDE. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ENTRY TO ANY PERSONS WITHOUT REASON. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE RULES MAY RESULT IN TERMINATION OF THE RIDE AND YOU MAY BE ASKED TO LEAVE THE PARK WITH NO REFUND GIVEN.