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A missing elephant has found its way home at Magic Kingdom’s iconic Jungle Cruise
After nearly a year, the missing African elephant animatronic has returned to Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Cruise! The elephant, located in the African river section between the trashed camp and the lions with the “napping” zebra, had been absent since late 2023. Though its trumpeting sound effect remained, the right-side animatronic was missing, leaving an empty spot alongside its counterpart.
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The refreshed elephant now stands proudly in its original position, sporting a bright coat of paint and a smoothly moving trunk. Its return follows a series of Jungle Cruise refurbishments, including updates to rockwork and faded scene elements during a two-month closure in late 2024.
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As one of Magic Kingdom’s opening day attractions, Jungle Cruise continues to deliver laughs and nostalgia, guided by live Skippers through rivers teeming with adventure. Next time you set sail, be sure to say hello to the beautifully restored pachyderm!
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