First Look Inside Epic Universe's How To Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk land
Universal Orlando Resort has finally revealed a first look at How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk. This land is one of five new immersive worlds coming to life at Universal Epic Universe theme park opening in 2025.
Universal Orlando Resort invites guests of all ages to soar with dragons in a colorful, fully-alive world filled with Viking adventures in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk Here, guests will see what it’s like to live amongst dragons as they explore a larger-than-life world that includes exciting attractions, beloved character meet-and-greets, dining, shopping – and even flying dragons – based on DreamWorks Animation’s multi-award winning and Academy Award-nominated trilogy, “How to Train Your Dragon.”How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk captures the heart, humor and scale of the films within an authentic recreation of the rugged, rocky world where raucous Vikings and rambunctious dragons live together in hilarious harmony. 
Overview of How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk in Epic Universe
How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk is located in the Orion Gardens section of Celestial Park, across from the lagoon in front of The Atlantic restaurant. The entrance portal is in a large rock with a tower for seeing dragons above the portal. A the top of the tower, you’ll see a dragon medallion.
How To Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk
Guests’ first sight of Berk will be reminiscent of the iconic sweeping vista straight from the films – featuring a vast sparkling lagoon that boasts two 40-foot-tall Viking statues set against an energetic village perched above churning seas. There's experiences that offer something for every member including:1 live showSeveral Character meet-and-greetsRestaurantsRetail shopping
Per the Universal Orlando press release:
"Guests visiting Berk will encounter one of the most breathtaking environments Universal has ever created – complete with immense architecture featuring hand-carved details, lush landscaping, and extraordinary heights of rolling hills surrounding vibrant dragon houses and local establishments. And everywhere guests look within the bustling village, they’ll find endless activity – from active dragons in their natural habitats and sheep attempting to disguise themselves as Terrible Terror dragons to sporadic bouts of fire – making Isle of Berk an attraction unto itself," 
How To Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk Attractions:
The rides in Isle of Berk are geared towards the whole family: a rollercoaster, a thrilling flat ride, and an interactive boat ride. Hiccup’s Wing Gliders is a family-friendly rollercoaster kind of similar to Hagrid’s Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure, and sends guests flying around Berk. At Dragon Racer’s Rally, guests board seats on one of two large arms that send guests high into the air.At Fyre Drill, guests can take water-gun target practice similar to Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin at WDW.
Hiccup’s Wing Gliders
"On this family thrill coaster, Hiccup invites brave new Vikings to take a ride in his latest glider contraption – a winged flying machine that launches aspiring Dragon Riders into the sky for a dragon’s eye view of Berk," Universal said in a news release.Vikings and their families will ride alongside Hiccup and Toothless – reaching speeds of 45 mph – as they take a tour of Berk, experiencing what it could be like to ride a dragon.Height Restrictions:
40 inch/102 cm height limitUnder 48 inches accompanied by a supervising companion
Fyre Drill
Be prepared for everyone to get wet on this attraction! Guests will board eight-person boats and use water cannons to train their fire suppression skills.“You’ll join mischievous viking twins, Ruffnut and Tuffnut, and compete against each other in a "wet-and-wild boat battle" aboard colorful dragon boats. There will also be flame-like targets that guests will try to hit – critical training when living among dragons.”Height Restrictions:
Under 48 inches must be accompanied by a supervising companion
Dragon Racer's Rally
“Berk’s new Vikings racers can practice aerobatic maneuvers and high-speed barrel rolls on two Viking-made dragon-riding trainers that reach heights of up to 67 feet in the air."Guests will be able to decide how "wild" or "mild" they want the experience to be "as they perform high-flying, gravity-defying, swooping and soaring skills that are necessary to earn the accolades worthy of a true champion dragon racer."Height Restrictions:
48 inches/122 cm height limit
The Untrainable Dragon Show
This is one of the live shows at Epic Universal. It's described as a live show inspired by the "Untrainable" show at Universal Beijing Resort."This dragon-filled live spectacular takes guests on an unforgettable journey with beloved characters Hiccup, Toothless, Gobber, and Astrid as they work together to solve the mystery of The Untrainable Dragon. This heartwarming story comes to life with captivating musical numbers, breathtaking sets, and life-sized dragons soaring overhead."This live show using actors, large puppets, acrobatics, drumming, special effects, and a huge digital screen background. An Epic Universe must- see, that's for sure.
Viking Training Camp
This is going to be a perfect spot for kiddos needing a break from the rides, or who need to get out some of the extra energy. Here, they'll be able to "climb, slide and explore" at Viking Training Camp, an interactive play structure."Junior Vikings will learn everything they need to know about dragons as they climb, slide and explore their way through this sprawling interactive adventure play camp – featuring a Viking agility course, a Toothless-themed teeter-totter, baby Gronckle dragon climbers and so much more."This is a multi-story play area will have rope nets, slides, and other themed elements.
Hiccup and Toothless Meet and Greet
Being able to meet Hiccup and Toothless is going to be the highlight of this land.Both will be at the Haddock Paddock for meet-and-greets and photos. Though, Universal also teased visits from other vikings and dragons walking around Berk.
Isle of Berk Food & Beverage
There will be at least 3 dinning locations inside Epic Universe's How To Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk.
Mead Hall: The beating heart of Berk and the village’s main gathering hall, Mead Hall is where guests can feast like a Viking and enjoy a savory menu featuring a variety of meats, fish, sandwiches and more along with a collection of meads and ciders.
Spit Fyre Grill: Overlooking the action of the Fyre Drill water attraction, Spit Fyre Grill is a quick-service dining location featuring delicious, hearty meals flame-seared by a helpful (unseen) dragon fry cook.
Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel: Guests can grab quick bites at this festive racing-themed food stand located in the Viking Camp.
More information on dining, including menus, will be announced at a later date.
How To Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk Merchandise
Here‘s some of the details announced: After a day of dragon training, guests can commemorate their lessons with an array of merchandise available at highly-themed shops like Viking Traders, How to Treat Your Dragon, Hiccup’s Work Shop, and Toothless’ Treasures. 
Guests can experience their own Dragon training adventure when they adopt (purchase) an interactive Dragon from one of the stores in Isle of Berk. The Dragons are electronic figures that sit on a shoulder and interact with the land and other dragons. Per Universal Orlando, more information on the shops and interactive elements will be released at a later time. 
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How To Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk!
