Loading Page...

Is Avatar Flight of Passage intense?

It is not scary, but it is thrilling and intense. My motion sensitivity was definitely impacted and I needed to be outside in the fresh air for about an hour afterwards to come back down from the rush.



Avatar Flight of Passage at Disney's Animal Kingdom is considered one of the more intense "simulator" attractions, but its intensity comes more from sensory immersion than physical "G-forces." The ride uses a unique vehicle that you straddle like a motorcycle, and it uses 3D glasses and a massive projection screen to simulate flying on the back of a Banshee. While there are no actual drops or loops—the floor doesn't even move more than a few feet—the visual cues are so convincing that your brain "feels" the sensation of plunging down waterfalls and banking sharply through canyons. For many, the most intense part is the realism; the seat even "breathes" between your legs to mimic the animal's lungs. However, this high level of immersion makes it very prone to causing motion sickness. If you are sensitive to screen-based movement (like Star Tours or Soarin'), you may find this ride quite challenging. Those with claustrophobia might also feel uneasy due to the back and leg restraints that lock you firmly onto the vehicle. Despite the intensity, most guests find it exhilarating rather than scary, as it lacks the stomach-churning drops of a traditional roller coaster, but it remains a "must-caution" for anyone who suffers from vertigo or nausea.

People Also Ask

Is Na'vi River Journey Kid-Friendly? The ride is one of Animal Kingdom's most kid-friendly ones — children and even babies of all ages can experience this attraction, since there is no height limit. The boat moves smoothly and the ride itself is actually pretty calm and peaceful, with no scary or surprise elements.

MORE DETAILS

It's so smooth and there is so much to look at, smell and feel. I didn't want the ride to end. Our family spoke about Avatar Flight of Passage the entire way out of the ride and on our bus ride back to the resort. Without giving too much away, we all agree that it's a ride that everyone should experience at least once.

MORE DETAILS

A: At Pandora – The World of Avatar, our family-friendly Na'vi River Journey has no height restrictions, while the thrilling Avatar Flight of Passage does require riders to be at least 44 inches tall—which is comparable to the height requirement for Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain.

MORE DETAILS

There are no drops or thrills. Instead, the focus of the Na'vi River Journey is its colorful scenery and show elements. Disney uses a combination of practical sets, transparent screens, and projection mapping to immerse guests in the lush, luminous plants and animals of the Pandoran jungle.

MORE DETAILS

For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride.

MORE DETAILS

We would like to mention that a couple of friends have experienced motion sickness while riding Avatar Flight of Passage. Guests who suffer from motion sickness need to be warned that this ride is on a whole new level than any other simulator/movie attraction at Disney.

MORE DETAILS

If you're seated with your belt on, it's like a roller coaster ride and nothing worse. Remember that I said it's rare, not unheard of, for turbulence to bring airplanes down.

MORE DETAILS

Individual Lightning Lane Animal Kingdom 2023 The Avatar Flight of Passage lightning lane at Animal Kingdom costs ranges from $11.00 – $17.00 based on the day you visit Walt Disney World.

MORE DETAILS