Vortex is a KMG Afterburner which opened in 2001 along with Detonator and Zodiac, making it one of the first thrill rides at Thorpe Park.

The atmosphere that surrounds Vortex is electric, with the area's music building tension as you queue and the ride swinging above your head allowing a glimpse of what awaits. You take your seats on Vortex, restraints locked, the floor slowly lowers and your ride begins. The 8 arms of the gondola spin at an ever increasing speed and in no time you begin to swing utill the maximum height of 60ft is reached and your body is submitted to forces in excess of 4G. After several full height swings the ride comes to a smooth conclusion, floor raises and you exit to the left of the console.