Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Cruise ride including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Jungle Cruise | Disney World Description
On the Jungle Cruise, located in Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland, set sail for high adventure on a scenic boat tour of the most exotic and exciting rivers across Asia, Africa and South America.
Embark on a cruise where hippos, elephants and maybe even a headhunter await your arrival.
Trek to a forgotten tropical jungle outpost—home to suspended cargo nets, wooden crates and lanterns—and board a canopied tramp steamer for a tongue-in-cheek adventure led by a trusty skipper through some of the world’s most treacherous rivers.
- A True-Life Adventure: During your 10-minute journey, encounter awesome wonders of nature amid some of the world’s most exotic locales. Highlights of your adventure include:
- The Amazon in South America: Drift past a canopy of green trees and flowering orchids where giant butterflies meet rushing waterfalls.
- The African Congo: Tour an abandoned Pygmy site, glimpse a massive python and snap a picture of a camp overrun by curious gorillas.
- The Nile River: Behold bathing elephants, angry hippos and hungry lions—but be on the lookout for a tribe of headhunters, recently spotted in the area.
- The Mekong River: Explore an age-old shrine, home to baboons, cobras and other wild creatures.
Along the way, take in lively narration from your friendly skipper, known for a brave heart and a clever joke… or two. It´s a ride you won’t soon forget!
Jungle Cruise | Disney World Fun Facts
- The Jingle Cruise holiday overlay began in 2013.
- There are 15 vehicles in the ride.
- Skippers stopped carrying guns (to shoot at hippos) in 1999.
- Jungle Cruise was originally a serious attraction with less jokes in the script.
- The temple is unique to Disney World and not part of the Disneyland version.
Jungle Cruise | Disney World Details
- Disney Resort: Walt Disney World Resort
- Disney Park: Magic Kingdom Park
- Park Area: Magic Kingdom Adventureland
- Attraction Type: Ride
- Official Page
- Year Opened: 1971
- Replaced: Original Attraction
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