Ihu's Breakaway Falls, Orlando's tallest, steepest multi-drop tower slide of its kind, is now open at Aquatica Orlando.

Riders climb 126 steps to the top of the eight-storey – nearly 80ft – tower, stepping into one of three colourful breakaway boxes.

As the door closes, riders cross their arms and give a 'thumbs up' in preparation for their drop – never knowing when the floor beneath them will disappear.

Facing each other, riders watch as their fellow riders fall. Adding to the anticipation is the sound of a heartbeat, which can be heard in the background while bracing for the drop.

Once the floor disappears, riders drop 20-24ft per second launching them into a spiralling speed slide culminating in a final splashdown.

Riders who are not quite brave enough for the breakaway boxes can try the open slide. This, however, is the steepest of the four slides and many riders are calling it the most intense.

"Ihu's Breakaway Falls is the reason to visit Aquatica Orlando this summer," said Bryan Nadeau, Aquatica Orlando vice president.

"From the daring height, crazy drops, and intense speed, this thrilling new attraction brings a whole new level of excitement to an already amazing park that has so much for every age."