Shambhala vs. Mako - The Ultimate B&M Hyper Showdown! (We Rode Both in 36 Hours!)

Right after riding Shambhala at PortAventura, we flew to Orlando, Florida for a ride on Mako at SeaWorld Orlando! With these two rides constantly referred to as the best B&M hyper coasters, we wanted to see which one delivered the stronger ride experience! And what better way to judge than by riding them back to back?
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[@ThemeParkAvenue]

That’s crazier than when I rode VelociCoaster and Maverick in 24 hours.

[@jarrodjob]

Ooooo. What was your take? Maverick's shorter trains have some pros/cons.

[@ThemeParkAvenue]

@@jarrodjob I personally prefer VelociCoaster as I thought it was more enjoyable with better airtime and inversions.

[@jarrodjob]

@@ThemeParkAvenue I preferred VC as well, as a Cedar Point homer/fanboy (childhood home park). Makes sense tho as VC had 12 years to improve.

[@MondoCoasters]

Can't help but feel like you're setting up a Family Guy cutaway right here.

[@hunterhobson8334]

I’ve never been on veloci coaster maverick is my favorite coaster I like it better than steel vengeance I know I just made a lot of people mad I didn’t get the best ride on steel vengeance and only got one ride but it’s still 2nd for me veloci coaster from looking and as a coaster enthusiast would say it’s better because it is a bit taller the layout is insane on both but nothing compares to volicicoasters plus the theme barely beats maverick but I can’t say cuz I’ve only ridden maverick

[@technoandrew]

Loved this guys. Such a rare opportunity to compare coasters like this. I know Sarah preferring Nitro is kinda a meme, but it would’ve actually been interesting to hear the details of how that one compares to Mako / Shambhala as well. I’m still to get on my first B&M hyper. Planning to ride Raging Bull and Diamondback next year, fingers crossed!

[@cedarpointfan5]

Mako was my first coaster after waiting a year and a half from Covid, and that music in the station and on the lift hill does a really good job of building anticipation. I was super hyped to ride Mako for the first time and the music really got my adrenaline pumping.

[@adamjenkins8709]

Shambala is far superior. I did a similar thing to you guys. I did 3 days at portaventura them felw to florida for 4 weeks ..went straight to mako had maybe 10 rides on it and shambala kicks it's ass. Yes it's my local ish b and m hyper but I've ridden mako more than shambala. P. s dude . This is how we roll was amazing. Keep up the good work .

[@chris_allupinya5613]

One of your best vlogs. Reminds me of the coaster duels you use to make but with a modern take! Awesome video.

[@luciano6967]

🎯

[@maxhagenauer24]

The fact that you went from one side of the world to the other to see which B&M Hyper is better makes you #1 youtuber ever!

[@ZakFarren]

I'd probably agree the first hill on Mako is better than any hill on Shambhala. But for me, Shambhala is just an overall better ride. The drop in the back on Shambhala is insane and the whole turnaround into the speed hill sequence is soooooooo good.

[@Mig__Official]

Shambala is the golden hyper and is b&m using amazing elements and sequencing and the intensity is incredible, it is a bucket list coaster for people around the world mako is the hyper that no one expected to ba as good as it is, its barely 200 feet yet it has airtime that is world class, it also has the airtime hill that is considered to be the best in the world both coasters have similarities like having a dud hill after the mid course break, and both are considered the top hypers of the world they are also very different too in height, speed, lenght, themeing, station, trains, etc we should say thank you b&m for this cause we have 2 incredible coasters and the people in fl (like me) and the people in spain must be very lucky since they have these masterpieces for me personally, I pick mako since it feels breathtaking and it was my first hyper and i like the layout a little bit more, i think they added that second half since they wanted to let people breath after the airtime hill after airtime hill, for the presentation of the coaster since it looks cool with the train going around the entrance, and so mako looks more photogenic, but yeah, mako is my top hyper coaster and atm is my # coaster of all time with medusa steel coaster above it

[@AudreyMealiff]

This was great. I've never been on either coaster, but loved your experience and comparing of the two.

[@Wesley-76]

Shambhala vs Mako? Goliath. Haven't done Shambhala though, so idk, and Mako is incredible, and so is Diamondback, and even Intimidator. So many good picks! You can never go wrong with a B&M hyper.

[@stcyrsworld4311]

Thanks guys, you put sea world on my list for next trip to us!!!😎 thanks for charing this comparison 🤘🤘🤘

[@johanlenox]

Crazy that Shambhala’s drop height is closer to Orion’s than it is to Mako’s

[@ScrewyLoops]

I'm edging towards Shambhala overall, I still feel that the drop, ampersand and speed hill are arguably standout moments on it too. Mako is a lot of fun though! Haven't done either at night, which should hopefully change next year 🤞

[@William_Does_Coasters2255]

Me too!

[@Kronologik]

Ridden both and Mako edges it for me. Just a more enjoyable experience overall, especially the 4-5 second floater hills. First drop on Shambhala is better, but the combined airtime is better on Mako. Both great rides in their own respect and shows how B&M hypers can be so different from one another but still be consistently solid across their range.

[@ThemeParkAvenue]

Shambhala looks better than Mako though I haven’t done it. Granted it doesn’t matter because Diamondback is better than Mako.

[@Keiththeking25]

actually that sounds like an even better comparison considering their much closer in stats plus they both have the same staggered trains. plus this year i might ride diamondback for the first time. :3

[@Jackp499]

😦

[@ColtenO47]

COASTER BATTLE!!!! It’s been soooo long!!!

[@zendryzgd8978]

Shambhala is my favourite coaster of all time and I haven't grey out never on that thing. INSANE

[@carsunlimited5279]

shambhala is not intense enough to grey out, if you want a coaster to grey out in europe you have Katun at mirabilandia and Monster at walygator, they pack wayyy more G's than shambhala, Furius Baco at port aventura is the most intense ride in europe for sure with Redforce

[@RexOnTheDex]

Wow, you compared them! I'm from the UK and so I've been to PortAventura loads, but I've never even heard Shamabala mentioned whenever somebody talks about a great B&M hyper. So, kudos for making the trip and trying it out :-) Anyway, Shambala is pretty much my favourite ride of all time, the point about it being more forceful is right on the money. Oh, and I absolutely hate that Mako trim after the turnaround.

[@stevereeb2950]

Nice coaster comparison , I once rode cedar downs at cedar point and the pony for a penny at the grocery store both within 24 hours . A close call but i give it to cedar downs . I dared to do it because i live on the edge . I also will walk fast while holding scissors if double dog dared . And i will marathon any merry go round while doing jager shots . Merry Christmas !

[@joels1986]

ClothingStore: Sale on spaghetti string tops. Sarah: YES

[@rct2nerd]

This summer I rode Hadgrid's Motorbike Adventure and Galeforce within four days of each other, and that was cool because they have the most launches for any coaster in America.

[@gary5248]

Mako! First I rode it 55 times this week yay! Secondly, the first hill is everything. It still gets me every time.

[@jeffc1347]

Shambahla is a lot better - and this is coming from someone who literally lives down the street from Mako. I was blown away by Shambahla it is the best B&M hyper IMO even better than Fury. Our next closest B&M hyper, Goliath at SFOG, is no question better than Mako as well.

[@gddatfatrat2390]

there were rumors that goliath is getting rattly, maybe you should ride it again to truly see which one is better

[@jeffc1347]

@@gddatfatrat2390 I visit SFOG once every few years. Mako has a good first half but dies pretty quickly and the second half is pointless. Goliath has everything, strong airtime, strong positive g's, nice laterals, and keeps its speed from the moment it comes off the lift to the moment it hits the brakes.

[@Danrarbc]

@@gddatfatrat2390 It's not the smoothest B&M I've been on. But I didn't think it was particularly rattly in September.

[@fredwardandthebear3192]

@@gddatfatrat2390 It's got a decent shimmy in the valleys but it's still an incredible ride for sure. Rode it 4 times in October.

[@akcsamiru]

Since you can go on mako everyday thats why you would think it isnt the best

[@nicholasbannister9654]

I love both haven’t yet ridden mako hopefully will next time I go to Florida so I’ll have to give this one to shambhala

[@AnotherSwissYoutubeUser]

This debate would be perfect for Coaster Fights.

[@demodex9653]

I’d say shambhala takes the edge by a tiny bit. if you really want to talk about good camelbacks, go ride Hyperion, that first camelback is insane

[@CoasterStudios]

excited to ride Hyperion one day!

[@Banner16]

I’m so happy I have this as my home park. I usually start off with Pipeline then to Kraken. Then I ride Mako like 3 times. Then I do I’ve Breaker than Manta.

[@Rhythmmical]

It's gonna have to come down to the best entrance again. Personally, I like Mako's colours and entrance, but Shambala's entrance is pretty stunning too, but not the point that I would use it to say that it's better than Mako. This is all I can go by because I haven't ridden either ride.

[@MiggerPlease]

I love it when they jiggle jiggle

[@Mayfired]

Haven't ridden any of them, but I'm giving Shambhala the cutting edge!

[@mustermax6886]

This video is just the biggest Flex ever

[@derisleybrittain]

Excellent quality 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄 yeah

[@Avery_theawesome]

Hi Taylor I luv ur vids

[@jayfitmob8645]

Mako is one of my favorite coasters on the planet. 💯

[@officialchase02]

I’ve always wanted to see a battle between these two to see which one you prefer Taylor

[@deadshotdaiquiri2734]

Recently make has been running really good especially at night

[@TheCoasterCraze]

I’ve been on Mako, Goliath (SFOG), Apollo’s, Nitro, and Candymonium. And Apollo’s is actually my favorite haha (nitro is 2 of course)

[@portercbl]

All B&M's are great! Period!!!

[@chasemartini7110]

Having ridden Mako and DBack, I much prefer Diamondback. But, Mako was trimmed the day I rode, so maybe things would be different. Diamondback is longer, those camelbacks are immaculate, and there are more of them (and they are larger) than those on Mako

[@JordiLA]

My favourite ride years ago was Space Mountain in DLParis. I rode it ... like 25 times or more.. and during the years I feel one specific point to compare rides, your mood is very important .. I mean, first ride on the morning or the last one at night (when you are more tired) feels so different in the coaster, of course, the weight of the riders affect too a little to the velocity but Im agorafobic and sometimes the ride scares me a little more and feel it faster or maybe Im tired and feel it less intense... well.. I know is confusing, what I try to say is just your attitude and if your are tired or a bit excited, change the feelings of the ride in a 50% maybe.

[@JShorts]

Are you using a GoPro? If so, how are you turning the camera around on the ride?

[@quintinelking5208]

I did something kind of similar going to both Carowinds and Kings Island in the same day (with an 8 hour drive in between) to compare the B&Ms. Found that Fury is miles ahead of Orion, Afterburn is better than Banshee, and Diamondback edges out Intimidator.

[@hell_fyre6457]

What are your thoughts on behemoth? Its a very polarizing coaster so I am curious how it ranks for you compared to other hyper's.

[@hedgehogcoasters7239]

I'm going here in February, and I'm wondering if I need/should spend all day at the park (I've never ridden any coasters at the park, and I'm hoping to get on ice breaker too)

[@mattrobinson3821]

i would say shambhala but i do have a bias as it was my first B&M hyper and that i rode shamabhala at sunset on the very back row getting amazing airtime but it is hard to choose between them

[@boilercoasters8442]

Haven't ridden Shambhala but Mako is my favorite B&M Hyper bc the airtime is amazing, especially in the front. However, does this mean Coaster Fights are coming back?!?!

[@lewisfinkiv3744]

You should do Blue Fire vs. Red Fire battle of the launch coasters

[@alantrotter2077]

So I like the smaller trains on B&M Hypers. Been on all 8 in the US. Mako is the clear #1 for me. Strongest airtime. Great night rides. Candymonium was actually second. Shorter ride but each element was so good. I think Diamondback and Goliath (SFOG) are 3rd and 4th and are pretty close. Both are great rides. Diamondback can have a little bit of a rattle from time to time. Then it drops off a bit. Intimidator and Apollo's Chariot are next. Intimidator is great if the trims don't hit or don't hit hard. Apollo has a great setting, but you have to ride in the back. Nitro is next. I wasn't overly impressed but I rode it in rainy cold conditions. Raging Bull is last. Other than the drop in the back row, the twister layout is my least favorite for a B&M Hyper. My expectation for Shambhala is for it to challenge Mako for the top B&M Hyper. Shambhala has the speed and size. Mako has the shorter trains and very strong air time and a great setting. I don't believe any of the other B&M Hypers would challenge for the best.

[@Topitopi14]

Shambhala is definitely the queen here. The location, entrance, first drop, weird turn-around, splash... Mako is great, I enjoyed it, but it feels way smaller and traditional.

[@swampcrotch8240]

Shammy B all the way! Intensity, size, length etc

[@STPerson1234]

You guys did Shambhala and mako in 36 hours, and my best is gold striker and ghost Rider in 2 weeks

[@ATLSloan]

If you think the Mako Cammelback is incredible, wait to you guys get on Hyperion. Hands down, the best cammelback in the world.

[@mr.intamin1081]

Hyperion is not even close to the best hyper out there.not even top 5Camelback and all it ain’t it.

[@Gabes1321]

Hyperion is getting so rough

[@willshimmons6516]

What about el toro lol

[@mariusmertens114]

@@willshimmons6516 that's not a hyper

[@willshimmons6516]

@@mariusmertens114 ok but the conversation is about camelback not hyper mate

[@Tha2ruth]

SFOG has a great hyper called “Goliath” y’all should make a trip and ride it it’s great i love Mako also haven’t rode the other one!!

[@dotdankory]

You remind me of TheTimTracker with camera work and such

[@aa-rr3lb]

I'm going to pick shambala

[@spentron1]

I hear Nitro is *flying* for HiTP ... get on it!

[@MattMcIrvin]

8:20 well done.

[@starryagent9936]

I honestly can’t say which one is better because Mako and Apollo are the only B&M hypers I’ve ridden. And I’ve ridden Mako once versus 50+ laps on Apollo. Mako is objectively the superior ride, but this is one of the few ride models in the world where none of the installations are bad rides. Apollo IMO is criminally underrated: it’s been running great this year. Shambhala looks best overall, but unless I get to Spain, it’s unlikely my rankings will change that much

[@parmesan5940]

Wait so what is it? Mako or Shambala? Ya'll keep argueing lol! :) Great vid.

[@hsf__]

nice

[@nate5599]

I'd say shambala is better coz it has a great view, quality throughout, a long ride, great theming (except the station), the plaza is great and the turn around is amazing.

[@user-rj5tn5bn7t]

I've never ridden a b&m hyper luckily next month I'll go to canada's wonderland to ride behemoth and the giga, leviathan.

[@LGN_of.the.hiddenmist]

I’m in Orlando rn 😎

[@RedSlayerRides]

Well the fight is over, but when is the conclusion coming? (Top 25)

[@AdamHickman78]

Shambhala is the better ride when running well, it's up there for me. Mako is a smaller, simpler version. But still a great ride.

[@Rays0607]

As someone who basically lives at Mako, 1) I need to ride shambala (or any other B&M hyper, relatively new to the coaster enthusiasm) and 2) the part about OCCC made me laugh. Mediterranean is definitely better 😂 Also i rode Mako 3 times during Howl O Scream and it was sooooooo good

[@jessefuir5032]

This was basically a coaster fight in vlog form

[@CoasterStudios]

pretty much!!

[@jessefuir5032]

@@CoasterStudios I'd love to see more Coaster fight style vlogs

[@qwoncy5034]

Actually Diamondback because it’s amazing

[@MaJoRMJR]

Question: did you consider buying the ride video from Shambhala to use for an on-ride video comparison? (unless there's a restriction on usage?)

[@CoasterStudios]

it wasn't very good quality IMO, would've been a lot better if we were allowed to just use a gopro wrist mount

[@danielboon8137]

I rode Steel Veangence and Maverick in a hour! Lmao

[@miiiiiturn]

Shambhala for me

[@Midey6576]

Mako is amazing

[@arloproduction4795]

Raging bull vs Apollos chariot?

[@powercasrocksbrutalxzone2684]

Goliath at SFOG is the Best B&M hyper, it is Non-Stop airtime & intensity with no stupid mid-course break run to make it crawl to the finish like the overrated Mako.

[@deezulboy]

Went to SFOG with Mako as my #1 thinking I might have a new #1 after riding my first RMC hybrid. I definitely left that night with a new #1 but it wasn't Twisted Cyclone. I was not prepared for how good Goliath was. The back row night ride I got was the best single ride I had ever had. Of course then I rode Velocicoaster lol.

[@SouthsideThrills]

I havent watched, will update later. I love mako and shambala looks cool time to see what you think. EDIT: Hm i can see both sides but i think id likr mako a tiny bit more, but idk. That turn around on shambala looks awesome and I wonder if that grey out moment on the drop is true.

[@CoralCoasters]

Yes

[@ElToroRyan]

Nitro is still king!!!!!!!

[@maxhagenauer24]

Booooooo, team Nitro not gunna win!

[@thecoasterman682]

Shambhala!

[@theSpectatorVideos]

Taylor, just admit it is a fair draw between the two! 😄

[@JoeBoat0T]

Sheeeesh

[@adambomb3619]

Does seaworld do assigned seating?

[@CoasterStudios]

no

[@iamanevilgenius792]

I’ve ridden both of them and as a coaster enthusiast, it’s a tie.

[@MattMcIrvin]

Okay, now that I've ridden Shambhala, here's the big question: Shambhala or Superman: The Ride? I know most enthusiasts would damn Superman for the restraints--Shambhala's are, indeed, way better, as is its overall presentation. It's a beautiful ride. But Superman, I think, has the better layout. Certainly a stronger ending, with that twister section leading into the powerful bunny hills and that snappy brake run. Generally stronger forces too. (But it doesn't have the ampersand.) Anyway, this is the hard one for me.

[@jspodes1496]

Yes…nitro is the best B&M hyper. There, the debate is settled🤝🤝

[@captaindino3690]

Can't beat a hyper with no trims on its hills😃👌👌👌🙌🙌

[@j.johnson7891]

It's crazy to hear about people "graying out" on so many rides. The only ride I've felt something similar on is Top Thrill Dragster

[@MattMcIrvin]

The first time I noticed it was actually on the vertical loop of a Vekoma Boomerang, which is pretty forceful. After that I started paying attention and realized that I was getting little visual disturbances on loops more often than I realized.

[@nothanksguy]

I kind of wonder if they purposefully pick thumbnails that both of them look like they're making an "o face"🤣

[@heinzbeansenjoyer1668]

Never been on either

[@MrDingbat4life]

yesterday i rode shambhala twice after riding dragon khan and getting a slight allergic reaction from food, puked in the bathroom soon after, then rode shambhala twice more and proceded to upset my stomach for another few hours. i regret absolutely nothing

[@Jack73512]

👍🏻

[@Solmbarnes]

Controversial: Having ridden this coaster 11 times over the last few days. IMO best airtime can be found on second and third cars. I swear the only time I was in my seat was the very bottom of each hill. 😂

[@jrax1713]

They both look great I think all B&M hypers are at least good but I don’t think any of them look elite for the type of ride experience they’re supposed to deliver

[@ThatotherEvan]

Did you guys hear that Adventureland got acquired by Palace Entertainment

[@wildboy1983]

I've ridden both and for me Shambahla wins hands down for it's impressive size, speed and intensity. It delivers consistently throughout the ride. I know people rate Mako but I really don't think it's anything more than a solid ride. 😲

[@floridamaddogg]

Mako!!

[@captaindino3690]

Prefer nitro, no trims on any hills cause it's older, helix has great forces, drop off mid-course slaps. And nothing beats a Magnum style second half with straight airtime.

[@joemorrisonmusic]

Shammy B 👌🏼

[@CoralCoasters]

I’m team mako cause I havn’t ridden shambala, I’ve only ridden 2 Hypers (Mako and Goliath at SFOG) but I think I would prefer shambala

[@CoasterHorizons]

I’m sure shambala is better but I haven’t ridden it, and mako is my favorite hyper as of 3 days ago. My other hyper credits are nitro and skyrush (sorry Sarah)

[@christiandenys3453]

I am from Europe and lived a year in Orlando when the run normal they are close but shambala prolly has the edge. When you get the right weather and one train etc on mako so it does not trim and the MCBR is super soft. That's literally not even close and a top 3 coaster for me. It can be absolutely bonkers

[@SplitXero119]

I feel like Diamondback is superior to both (haven't ridden, and probably won't ever get the chance to ride Shambhala though). Im purely going off of your descriptions with Shambhala. The only thing that would be against diamondback is location as you just go back into a forest, so theming is meh. You do get the legitimate splash down effect though! Plus I definitely prefer the staggered seating. You get someone in there with broad shoulders and you're uncomfortable the whole ride on the straight across seating.

[@mr.intamin1081]

Diamondback isn’t even better than behemoth. Top hypers are shambala, mako, behemoth,

[@Gabes1321]

@@mr.intamin1081 I completely agree. I would say behemoth and mako are about equal then shambhala is either slightly better or worse depending on the day

[@mr.intamin1081]

@@Gabes1321 true 100%

[@brendanrubio-boitel4940]

Mako seaworld orlando