Shamu's Happy Harbor / carousel question

[Sudcaro- Sudcaro]

I am trying to plan a short trip to SeaWorld and I know the Happy Harbor will be a must-do for our 4 year old.
But the website says you have to be 42" to ride the carousel - for me there is nothing that screams small kids more than a carousel, so this height requirement seems really weird to me, ridiculous even since you can get on the Shamu rollercoaster from 38", and I'm pretty sure it's wilder than a carousel ride!
Could anyone here confirm that info, or knows why they have this "strange" height requirement?

 

[919Florida]

Yes, the 42 min just means they need to have someone over the age of 14 ride with them. Here is the details from the website:

Guests must be at least 42 inches tall or accompanied by a supervising companion at least 14 years old to ride. Hand-held infants may ride on the bench seat if accompanied by a supervising companion at least 14 years old.

 

[Sudcaro- Sudcaro]

OK, so the 42" rule is for kids riding on their own... Makes more sense now.
Thanks!

 

[919Florida]

Yes thats correct. Just for children riding alone. Have a great time!