VIDEO: “Skull Island: Reign of Kong” grand opening ceremony at Universal Orlando

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Universal Orlando Resort celebrated the official opening of the brand new “Skull Island: Reign of Kong” attraction along with fans early Wednesday morning with a thrilling grand opening ceremony.

The ceremony involved the 8th Wonder Expedition Company, the research team leading the excursion into Skull Island along with guests who dare to explore what’s behind those massive doors that lead into the actual ride. Along the way they discover unknown creatures and hostile natives lurking about ancient ruins, as well as the encounter with King Kong himself — who measures a whopping three stories tall!

Check out some of the photos of the ceremony along with the queue area and the ride itself.

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SIRoK 16Cue line Grand Opening announcement Islands of AdventureKong

SIRoK 16Cue line Grand Opening announcement Islands of AdventureKong

SIRoK 16Cue line Grand Opening announcement Islands of AdventureKong

SIRoK 16Cue line Grand Opening announcement Islands of AdventureKong

SIRoK 16Cue line Grand Opening announcement Islands of AdventureKong

SIRoK 16Cue line Grand Opening announcement Islands of AdventureKong

SIRoK 16Cue line Grand Opening announcement Islands of AdventureKong

SIRoK 16Cue line Grand Opening announcement Islands of AdventureKong

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For more information about Reign of Kong, visit Universal’s blog at blog.universalorlando.com. Will you be brave enough to venture into Skull Island?

(Photos and video courtesy of Universal Orlando Resort)

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