Mom and daughter on Expedition Everest; Animal Kingdom
  • On Apr 21, 2024
    Rachell from MO Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    My 8 year old and I are going to Disney World alone soon. She loves the thrill ride but they make me sick. When can she jump on a ride on her own? I was thinking we could do the line together and I can meet her at the exit.

    Hiya, Rachell. Thanks for stopping by planDisney!

    Is there anything better than a one-on-one Disney trip? You two will have such a good time, and I have great news for you! Based on the current Walt Disney World Resort Property Rules, Guests aged 7 and above can board an attraction without an adult. The rules state, "Children under age 7 must be accompanied by a person age 14 years or older." Your idea of waiting in line with her until it is time to board the ride should work nicely. Just let a friendly Cast Member know you won't be riding and they should show you how to exit the queue. They may also ask your daughter directly to verify her age, this is for safety reasons.

    Rachell, you may want to inform your sweet girl before the visit that on rides that seat more than one across, she may have to ride next to another Guest. On busy days, Cast Members may fill every available seat and you don't want her to be caught off-guard. If she feels brave, she can even choose to use the Single Rider Line at some of the more popular attractions at the Walt Disney World Resort, like Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The Single Rider Line can often be quicker than the posted stand-by attraction wait time so she can pack more thrills into her day! 

    I hope this information helps, Rachell. Please come back and ask me any other questions you may have. I'd be happy to help!

    See you real soon,
    Melissa
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Meet the Panelist: Melissa, California

Hi, I'm Melissa - an archivist, wife, mom, and Disneyland Resort specialist from Southern California. I've been visiting Disneyland since I was a baby and, now that I've got three Mouseketeers of my own, I love experiencing everything Disney through their eyes. From watching the Straw Hatters on Main Street, U.S.A. to riding "it's a small world," making magical memories as a family is one of my favorite things. I can't wait to help you research your next Disney vacation. See ya real soon! Learn More About Melissa

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