Indiana Jones Adventure: The Latest Addition to Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park - Entertainment

Exciting Additions Coming to Disney 's Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Walt Disney World is set to expand its Animal Kingdom Theme Park with major attractions based on popular franchises like Indiana Jones and Encanto . The announcements were made during the Disney Experiences Showcase at D23 in 2024 , where classic Indiana Jones actor Ke Huy Quan was present to reveal the plans for the new adventures . The park will soon feature a new Indiana Jones attraction that promises a unique and thrilling experience for visitors.

"In this new venture , the man with the hat has recently discovered a perfectly preserved Maya temple , and that can only mean one thing : its time to explore it , " an official description of the Indiana Jones attraction says . " He s heard rumors about a mythical creature deep within the temple   and he s got to see it for himself . So , he brings us along on the adventure but will there be snakes ? Well just have to wait and see . "

The addition of an Indiana Jones attraction is sure to excite fans of the adventurous franchise , offering a new story set within the beloved universe . Guests can look forward to embarking on an exciting journey alongside the iconic character , exploring the mysteries of the Maya temple and encountering thrilling surprises along the way.

Encanto : A Magical Journey at Animal Kingdom Park

In addition to the Indiana Jones attraction , Disney 's Animal Kingdom Theme Park will also welcome Encanto , the first attraction based on the Madrigal family from the popular movie . Visitors will have the opportunity to step into the magical world of Encanto , exploring a unique and enchanting home filled with wonder and excitement . Guests may even have the chance to meet some of the powerful family members from the film during their visit.

 Encanto is coming to Animal Kingdom Park , too , bringing what will be Walt Disney Worlds first attraction based on the Madrigal family . While Indiana Jones promises an adventure fit for even the biggest Harrison Ford fans , Encanto 's Disney Parks debut will see guests travel through a magical home and potentially bump into some of the movie 's powerful family members . A glimpse of the new addition can be seen in the concept art below .

These new attractions will be part of a new Tropical Americas - themed area within the park , spanning across 11 acres . Disney plans to begin construction on the expansion this fall and aims to open the new space to the public in three years . The additions are expected to enhance the guest experience at Disney 's Animal Kingdom Theme Park , offering immersive and memorable adventures for visitors of all ages.