Our journey begins in the otherworldly realm of Pandora at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Florida. Pandora cost an estimated total of $500 million to build, but the cost of the incredibly popular ride Flight of Passage alone is unknown.
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Depending on the time of year and park hours, you can see the Tree of Life illuminated at night with vibrant colors and animal projections. Pandora's bioluminescent flora is another addition that makes those nighttime hours worth a later visit.
One of the most beloved and amazing animatronics is the Na'vi Shaman in Na'vi River Journey at Disney's Animal Kingdom. This Audio-Animatronic reportedly cost $10 million to build, and it shows through her fluid and lifelike movement.
Pandora—The World of Avatar replaced the Animal Kingdom's Camp Minnie Mickey section which operated from 1998 to 2014. Camp Minnie Mickey originally acted as a placeholder for a land based around mythical creatures such as dragons. This vision finally came to fruition in a different form with Pandora.
Animal Kingdom often closes earlier than other theme parks at Walt Disney World large due to its dual status as a home and refuge for many wild animals that require 24/7 care.