ABOUT THIS RIDE
What Steel Taipan is
Steel Taipan is a launch coaster at Dreamworld in Coomera, Queensland, Australia. Dreamworld currently lists 19 rides and attractions in this directory.
Steel Taipan is listed as a launch coaster, using a motor or hydraulic push instead of (or as well as) a traditional chain lift. It opened in 2021 (about 5 years ago), built by Mack Rides, with a published top speed of 105 km/h / 65 mph, a height of about 39 m / 128 ft.
It is the only launch coaster listed here for Dreamworld.
Useful names to open next on the Dreamworld page include The Giant Drop, King Claw, Jungle Rush, Serpent Slayer, and Tail Spin.
On-ride footage is embedded on this page so you can see the layout before you queue. Opening times and closures still come from Dreamworld.
What to expect
If Steel Taipan is a target ride, do it early or late on busy days. Front and back rows often feel different on coasters; use the POV when it is available to decide.
Check Dreamworld on the day for opening status, queues, accessibility and any extra restrictions on Steel Taipan.