Walt Disney World has released more exciting news for those eagerly anticipating the opening of Pandora: The World of Avatar this May.  The Walt Disney World website now contains details about FastPasses and height requirements for the major attractions that will make up this new expansion: Avatar Flight of Passage, Na’vi River Journey and Valley of Mo’ara.  Here’s a look at what we know so far.

Avatar Flight of Passage: 

Height Requirements: 44 inches Tall

FastPass: Yes.

Age Interest: This ride is geared toward kids, tween teen and adults

Here’s the official description of the attraction as it currently appears on disneyworld.com:

“Get a banshee’s-eye view of the beauty and grandeur of Pandora on a rite of passage you won’t soon forget!Deep in the heart of the Valley of Mo’ara, discover Avatar Flight of Passage—an all-new expedition that lets interstellar explorers like you climb atop a mountain banshee for a breathtaking, first-person flight over the moon’s incredible landscape.Bonding with a mountain banshee is a crucial step in the life of a Na’vi hunter—and flying on the back of one of these powerful winged creatures represents an important rite of passage. Now, as a visitor to Pandora, you’ll finally have the chance to test yourself in a similar way!”

Navi River Journey:

Height Requirement: none

FastPass: Yes

Age Interest: All Ages

Here’s the official description of the attraction as it currently appears on disneyworld.com:

“Glide down a gentle, mysterious river and feel a sense of wonder as the full beauty of Pandora reveals itself. Located within the Valley of Mo’ara, Na’vi River Journey offers explorers an experience that has to be seen—and heard—to be believed! As your expedition begins, climb aboard a reed boat and drift downstream. After coasting through a series of caves, and passing by exotic glowing plants and amazing creatures of the rainforest, you’ll soon find yourself face-to-face with the Na’vi Shaman of Songs. The adventure comes to a conclusion as the Shaman demonstrates her deep connection to the life force of Pandora—and sends positive energy out into the forest through the power of her music!”

Valley of Mo’ara 

Height Requirement: none

FastPass: No

Age Interest : All Ages

Here’s the official description of the attraction as it currently appears on disneyworld.com:

“Walk about through the Valley of Mo’ara and get ready to discover a world like no other! There’s more to Pandora than expeditions like Avatar Flight of Passage and Na’vi River Journey… much more! All around its enormous floating mountains, you’ll quickly uncover the valley’s one-of-a-kind dining and shopping experiences—along with sights, sounds and experiences that include:

• Exotic plants that come to life with beautiful bioluminescence each night
• A Na’vi-built drum circle, containing instruments playable by all
• Na’vi totems and other cultural items found throughout the land
• Brand-new Wilderness Explorers challenges and badges to collect

You may even come across tour guides from Alpha Centauri Expeditions (ACE), scientists from the Pandora Conservation Initiative (PCI), or even an eclectic expat or two!”

Watch this space for the latest news and information regarding the exciting opening of Pandora: The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park on May 27, 2017.

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