Na'vi River Journey Wait Times
Over the last 29 days, Na'vi River Journey averaged 34.6 minutes, peaking at 90. That is the 2nd longest queue of 10 tracked rides in the park — 1.7× the park average of 20.4 minutes. Wednesdays have been quietest at 25 minutes on average, Saturdays busiest at 42.3.
Ride facts
- Height requirement
- No height requirement
- Intensity
- Gentle
- Type
- Dark ride
- Ride length
- 5 min
- Best for ages
- 0+
- Rider Switch
- Not available
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair / easy transfer
- Gets you wet
- No
Drift peacefully through a glowing alien forest filled with stunning plants and creatures in this magical boat ride.
Wait times by day of the week
Average standby wait from 29 days of ParkPortal's own recorded data.
Na'vi River Journey FAQs
How long is the wait for Na'vi River Journey?
Na'vi River Journey has averaged 34.6 minutes over the last 29 days, with the longest recorded wait reaching 90 minutes. Check the live figure at the top of this page for the queue right now.
What is the best day to ride Na'vi River Journey?
Wednesday has been the quietest day, averaging 25 minutes, while Saturday has been the busiest at 42.3 minutes. Riding first thing after Animal Kingdom opens beats any weekday choice.
How tall do you have to be to ride Na'vi River Journey?
Na'vi River Journey has no minimum height requirement, so everyone in your group can ride.
How long is Na'vi River Journey?
The ride itself lasts about 5 minutes. It is a dark ride rated gentle for intensity.
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