Many of the transportation systems at the Walt Disney World Resort are accessible to Guests with disabilities. All bus routes are serviced by buses which are equipped to accommodate various types of wheelchairs within the following guidelines: The wheelchair must fit the wheelchair lift without being forced (some motorized chairs and electric convenience vehicles (ECVs) are too wide or too long for the standard bus lift of 32" x 48"), and the wheelchair must be securely fastened in the wheelchair restraints.
Watercraft access varies depending on the type of watercraft and the existing water levels and conditions. Please contact a Disney Cast Member at the watercraft dock for information and assistance.
Guests may access the Monorail system by proceeding up the entrance ramps, or using the elevators provided at Epcot Theme Park, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney's Contemporary Resort, and Disney's Polynesian Resort.
Guests may bring their own wheelchairs or rent one at any of the 4 Disney Theme Parks. Wheelchair rentals at Walt Disney World Resort are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Rental wheelchairs may not be transferred from Park to Park.
A limited number of Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) are also available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests must be 18 years of age or older to rent ECVs, and quantities are limited. Guests should plan to arrive early. ECVs are designed to be single-rider and not to hold more than one person.
ECVs are available only on a same-day basis and may only be used in the Park where they are rented. ECVs will be held if Guests wish to leave and return to the same Park.
Guests planning to visit more than one Disney Park on the same day should retain their wheelchair deposit ticket from the first Disney Park they visit. This will enable them to obtain a replacement wheelchair or ECV on the same day, if available, at the next Park with no additional charge.
NOTE: Wheelchairs or ECVs may not be available at the second Disney Park.
Complimentary wheelchairs at Walt Disney World Resort are available for Guests with limited mobility, to travel to and from disability parking and the nearest wheelchair rental location. These wheelchairs can be easily identified by their blue seats, backrests and blue flags. Courtesy wheelchairs are not permitted for use inside Disney Theme Parks.
WHEELCHAIR RENTAL AND REPLACEMENT LOCATIONS
Disney Theme Parks and Water Parks
Price to Rent a Wheelchair and Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECV) at Disney Theme Parks and Disney Water Parks:
Wheelchair: $12.00 per day rental
ECV: $50.00 per day rental + $20.00 deposit
Frontier Trading Post in Frontierland (replacement location) Mickey's Gift Station at Ticket and Transportation Center (limited quantities) Stroller and Wheelchair shop inside Main Entrance (also rents ECVs) Tinkerbell's Treasures in Fantasyland (replacement location) Tomorrowland Arcade (replacement location)
Gift Stop just outside Main Entrance (limited quantities) Glas und Porzellan in Germany Pavilion (replacement location) International Gateway (also rents ECVs) Stroller and Wheelchair location inside Main Entrance (also rents ECVs)
Oscar's Super Service inside Main Entrance (also rents ECVs) Tatooine Traders at Star Tours (replacement location) The Writer's Stop (replacement location)
Creature Comforts (replacement location) Garden Gate Gifts inside Main Entrance (also rents ECVs) Mombasa Marketplace (replacement location) Outpost (limited quantities)
A limited number of wheelchairs are available at Guest Relations near the entrance to the Park. Guest must leave valid ID. No strollers or ECVs.
A limited number of wheelchairs are available at Guest Relations near the entrance to the Park. Guest must leave valid ID. No strollers or ECVs.
Wheelchair: US$12.00 per day rental + US$100.00 credit card deposit ECV: US$50.00 per day rental + US$100.00 credit card deposit
A limited number of wheelchairs are available at the turnstiles with "no charge." No electric convenience vehicles are available to rent at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
Wheelchairs are available in limited numbers for Walt Disney World Resort Guests at each Resort hotel. Contact Guest Services or the Front Desk for assistance. A $315 deposit will be held on the Guest room account charged only if the wheelchair is not returned. Guests wishing to guarantee the use of a wheelchair throughout their stay should contact local area rental companies to make arrangements.
Methods of accessibility vary from attraction to attraction within Walt Disney World Resort. The Guide for Guests with Disabilities and Park Guidemaps use symbols to indicate boarding procedures for each Disney Theme Park and Disney Water Park attraction. In addition, Guests should contact a Disney Cast Member at each attraction before entering.
Certain attractions require Guests to transfer from their wheelchairs to ride a system either by themselves or with the assistance of a member of their party. Walt Disney World Resort Disney Cast Members are not permitted to physically lift Guests in transferring from their wheelchairs.
Some attractions at Walt Disney World Resort have auxiliary entrances for Guests with disabilities. These are intended to offer Guests in wheelchairs or with trained service animals a more convenient entrance to the attraction. Auxiliary entrances are not intended to bypass waiting lines. Guests with disabilities and up to five members of their party may enter through these entrances. The rest of the party should use the main entrance.
Parade routes and some show areas at Walt Disney World Resort have designated viewing areas for Guests with disabilities. These areas are provided for Guest comforts and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests should plan to arrive early, as space is limited. Be advised that most areas along our parade routes are accessible to guests with disabilities. Due to Guest demand, viewing spaces cannot be reserved or guaranteed. Parties larger than 6 will be asked to separate and reunite afterwards. Guest Relations can provide information on show times and other special events on the day of each visit.
Walt Disney World Resort strives to provide mainstream access whenever possible; that is, all Guests utilize the main entrance to the attraction. However, accessibility varies from attraction to attraction within Disney Parks. The Guide for Guests with Disabilities and Park Guidemaps use symbols to indicate boarding procedures for each attraction. In addition, Guests should contact a Disney Cast Member at each attraction before entering. Mainstream queues can be found at these attractions at Walt Disney World Theme Parks:
Astro Orbiter Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Mickey's PhilharMagic Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor Pirates of the Caribbean Space Mountain Splash Mountain Stitch's Great Escape! The Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management The Hall of Presidents The Magic Carpets of Aladdin The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Tomorrowland Indy Speedway Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress (seasonal)
Energy: Ellen's Energy Adventure FriendShip Boats Imagination!: All attractions France: Impressions de France Innoventions East Innoventions West Norway: Maelstrom Mission: SPACE China: Reflections of China Test Track The American Adventure theater The Land area: All Attractions The Seas with Nemo & Friends: All Attractions
Disney's Hollywood Studios Backlot Tour Fantasmic! Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show Muppet*Vision 3D Disney Junior–Live On Stage! Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Star Tours – The Adventures Continue The Great Movie Ride The Magic of Disney Animation The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Voyage of the Little Mermaid Walt Disney: One Man's Dream Toy Story Mania The American Idol Experience
DINOSAUR Expedition Everest Festival of The Lion King Finding Nemo - The Musical Flights of Wonder It's Tough To Be A Bug Kali River Rapids Kilimanjaro Safaris Maharajah Jungle Trek Primeval Whirl The Boneyard TriceraTop Spin Pangani Forest Exploration Trail
Country Bear Jamboree Dream Along with Mickey in the Castle Forecourt Stage Fairytale Garden Frontierland Shooting Arcade Jungle Cruise Liberty Square Riverboat Mickey's PhilharMagic Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor Shrunken Ned's Jungle Boats The Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management The Hall of Presidents Tomorrowland Arcade Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress (seasonal)
Imagination: Journey Into Your Imagination with Figment Imagination: Honey, I Shrunk the Audience Imagination: Journey Into Your Imagination with Figment France: Impressions de France Innoventions East & West Canada: O Canada! China: Reflections of China Norway: Stave Church Gallery The American Adventure in The American Adventure Pavilion The American Adventure: The America Gardens Theatre The Land: The Circle of Life The Seas with Nemo & Friends: All attractions
Beauty and the Beast at the Theater of the Stars Studios Backlot Tour Fantasmic! Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show Muppet*Vision 3D Disney Junior&ndashLive On Stage! The American Film Institute Showcase Voyage of the Little Mermaid Walt Disney: One Man's Dream The American Idol Experience The Magic of Disney Animation The Great Movie Ride
Conservation Station Cretaceous Trail Discovery Island Trails Festival of the Lion King show at Lion King Theater Finding Nemo - The Musical Flights of Wonder show at Caravan Stage Fossil Fun Games It's Tough To Be A Bug Maharajah Jungle Trek Pangani Forest Exploration Trail The Boneyard TriceraTop Spin Wildlife Express Train Disney's Animal Kingdom
Guests in motorized vehicles or electric convenience vehicles (ECVs) must transfer into an available wheelchair at these Disney Theme Park attractions:
Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin "it's a small world" Stitch's Great Escape! The Magic Carpets of Aladdin The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Tom Sawyer Island Rafts Walt Disney World Railroad
Ellen's Energy Adventure in Universe of Energy Pavilion Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros in Mexico Pavilion Living with the Land in The Land area
Toy Story Mania
Affection section in Rafiki's Planet Watch Kilimanjaro Safaris TriceraTop Spin
Guests must transfer from their wheelchair to board these Disney Theme Park attractions:
Astro Orbiter Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Cinderella's Golden Carousel Dumbo the Flying Elephant Mad Tea Party Main Street Vehicles Mad Tea Party Peter Pan's Flight Pirates of the Caribbean Space Mountain Splash Mountain Swiss Family Treehouse - Guest must be ambulatory The Haunted Mansion Tomorrowland Indy Speedway Tomorrowland Transit Authority
Maelstrom show in Norway Pavilion Mission: SPACE Soarin' in The Land area Spaceship Earth Test Track
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith Star Tours &nash; The Adventures Continue The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
DINOSAUR Expedition Everest Kali River Rapids Primeval Whirl
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