The passengers ride in the "Dumbo's" and can maneuver them up and down with a joystick which operates a hydraulic ram. Feel the wind in your face as you take in the sweeping views of Storybook Circus below.īased on the character from the 1941 animated feature, the sixteen ride vehicles are each shaped like Dumbo and are mounted on articulated armatures connected to a rotating hub. During you aerial adventure, you can direct Dumbo to soar skyward or fly low by moving the handle inside the Dumbo-themed gondola.As a jovial band organ melody begins, Dumbo gracefully lifts off from the ground and magically begins to fly around and around. Mouse greets you from the arched entry, directing the action with help from his "magic" feather. Based on Disney's 1941 animated classic Dumbo, Dumbo the Flying Elephant invites you to accompany everybody's favourite circus elephant as he discovers his unique ability to fly. Hop atop Dumbo and take off into the air on a joyful journey amid the jubilant sounds of carnival music.Thanks to its new updates, parents can now share with their children an unforgettable experience on Dumbo the Flying Elephant. In fact, the ride has become so ingrained into American culture that it is now featured at the National Museum of American History. The air-conditioned play and seating area has taken all the hassle out of the theme park experience.ĭumbo is an icon in the world of Disney and the flying elephant ride has stood as a symbol for the theme park since it first opened. It features all the fun without the wait. The Dumbo the Flying Elephant ride is perfect for younger kids and with its new interactive elements. However, don’t forget to take a look at the ride itself.Īll of the flying elephants spin around a central hub which has been artfully created complete with moving parts and colorful illustrations. Spinning around in your flying elephant, you can get a good overhead view of the expansive theme park below. The joystick allows you or your child to pilot your pachyderm up or down as you whirl through the air. One of the highlights of the ride is the joystick located in each Dumbo gondola. The ride is open to children of all ages.ĭumbo is very gentle, yet exhilarating ride through the air. They feature roomier seats and there is also an increase in overall rider capacity. When it comes time to board your own flying pachyderm, you’ll notice that the ride’s carriages have also been updated. The playground itself features a host of different activities including climbing nets, slides and even a special area for toddlers. Parents can watch their kids from a designated seating area. The ride operators will issue a pager that will notify you when it’s your turn to go on the ride. The new circus-themed playground next to the Dumbo ride is air conditioned, you won’t have to worry about losing your either. If FASTPASS isn’t an option for you, then your kids can enjoy a new waiting area that comes complete with a playground to help the time go by faster. While the park does have a reputation for long lines, the new Dumbo ride accepts the FASTPASS, which allows you to save your place in line while enjoying the rest of the park. The crew at Disney World placed a lot of time and effort to make Storybook Circus and its redeveloped Dumbo ride more enjoyable for families, especially those with younger children. While there are plenty of rides and activities in Storybook Circus, the Dumbo the Flying Elephant Ride is by far the most popular and famous.īased on the 1941 classic film, this Dumbo ride has had a presence at Disney World since the 1970s, but has recently been reimaginered to appeal to a new generation of Dumbo fans. Modeled after a traditional tented circus, this part of the park contains fun for the entire family. Appealing to kids and kids and heart, Disney has recently unveiled Storybook Circus as part of its new Fantasyland development.