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Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at Animal Kingdom
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Animal Kingdom · Africa

Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail Wait Times & Best Time to Ride

A lush, self-guided walking trail past lowland gorillas, hippos, meerkats, and aviaries. A peaceful, no-wait way to see animals up close.

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Typical wait 5 min
Peak seen 5 min
Quietest hour 8 AM

Quick facts

Land
Africa
Height
Any height
Lightning Lane
No
Opened
1998
Ride time
Self-paced
Thrill
Walk-through

Best time to ride Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (8 AM); the wait usually peaks around 8 AM.

5 8AM
5 9AM
5 10AM
5 11AM
5 12PM
5 1PM
5 2PM
5 3PM
5 4PM
5 5PM
5 6PM

Pro tip: ride Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before Animal Kingdom closes. If you would rather not wait at all, aim for those low-wait windows.

Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail FAQ

What is the best time to ride Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail?
At Animal Kingdom, Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail typically has its shortest waits around 8 AM and its longest around 8 AM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail?
The standby wait for Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail runs about 5 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 5 minutes at its busiest.
Is there a height requirement for Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail?
No. Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.
Does Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail have Lightning Lane?
No. Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail does not offer Lightning Lane, so standby is the only line.

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