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Splash Mountain





Splash Mountain
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Splash Mountain, is Undoubtedly one of the best themed and most thrilling attractions in the Magic Kingdom, it is much much more than a log flume ride. Many guests are intimidated by the long drop and potential soaking and pass up this attraction. This is a shame as they miss out on some of best examples of Disney animatronic magic to be seen anywhere.!!

Splash Mountain's theme is based on the Disney Movie "Song Of The South". Most young children (and any adult born after 1960) will probably have never seen this movie (made in 1948) and this will be there first introduction to the stories of Uncle Remus. They will be delighted! This attraction has everything, thrills and entertainment.






The story revolves around Brer Fox and Brer Bear's attempts to catch Brer Rabbit before he can reach his laughing spot. Riding in log like boats that navigate a twisting turning river, you pass by peaceful country scenes and through swamps, bayous and dark caves. There are also several small but significant drops along the way.

The happy upbeat music and the fabulous animatronic figures (some of Disney's best) will keep you entertained until reaching the climax of the ride, a thrilling five story plunge into the briar patch pool.

The final scene as you exit is of a massive rocking showboat with 12 animatronic figures singing a showstopping version of Zip A Dee Doo Dah. The storyline doesn't much matter in this visually stunning and thrilling ride, but the more times you ride the more you understand and appreciate the antics of Brer Fox, Brer Bear, and Brer Rabbit.






My Verdict:

Not to be missed! One of the Magic Kingdom and Disney's best.

TIP:

Ride Splash Mountain as soon as the Frontierland opens, during parades, or right before closing. At all other times if the wait time is long get a fast pass and return at the designated time.


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