Epcot hang glider ride4/24/2023 However, you are not actually physically moving quickly at all. Soarin’ does a very realistic job of simulating the sensation of speed while riding your “hang glider”. And the fireworks scene at the end does have a small element of flashing and brightness that might bother your child.Īside from those two scenes, your child with light sensitivity should be able to enjoy the other parts of the Soarin’ experience. ![]() The whiteness of the icebergs of Greenland might appear extra bright to your highly sensitive child. While on Soarin’, the scenes are brightly lit and your visual stimulation is definitely off the charts! But, it’s mostly pleasant. Bright & Flashing Lights 2/5īright and flashing lights can be extremely bothersome to some highly sensitive kids. And it is also a bit dark when you first enter the projection dome to get to your seat. There are some areas of the queue that are a little darker, including the pre-show. Once you start “flying”, the scenes are mostly brightly lit aside from the Eiffel Tower and Spaceship Earth, which are set at nighttime. Soarin’ shouldn’t be too bad for those who don’t like being in the dark. There are some who don’t enjoy any indoor dark rides at all. Some children, especially highly sensitive ones, are more fearful of the dark. K had shut her eyes for pretty much this whole scene! Darkness 2/5 And the loudest of all is the finale, when you are flying towards Epcot’s Spaceship Earth with fireworks booming all around you. The small aircraft motor while flying over Sydney, Australia. The splash of the whale breaching in Greenland. However, there are small moments here and there, where the noise level is much higher. Soarin’ is not too loud overall-the background soundtrack music is awesome, and I know there are lots of Disney goers who are huge fans of this specific soundtrack. ![]() In addition to sudden noises, the noise level can impact whether your highly sensitive child will enjoy a ride or not. A little reassurance with a squeeze of the hand, and an invitation to close their eyes, might be enough to get through it. There is also a screeching hawk (or eagle?) that appears out of nowhere in Monument Valley scene with the hot air balloons.ĭefinitely be mindful of these unexpected transitions if your highly sensitive child really dislikes sudden noises. ![]() My daughter, K, really didn’t enjoy that part.Īt the end of the Sydney Harbor scene, there is a small but loud aircraft that appears to almost crash into you. For example, in the Greenland scene, it ends with a large whale jumping out of the water and feeling like you’re about to get splashed on. The transitions between scenes are pretty abrupt, and are usually accompanied by sudden sounds. Soarin’ has quite a few instances where sudden noises might be a problem. Highly sensitive kids often startle easily with sudden noises. Let’s break it down with a “Moms Make it Magical” rating, and figure out if Soarin’ will be a good experience for your highly sensitive child. But it is REALLY challenging to get the full picture for Soarin’, as there are a ton of non-visual aspects to this attraction. Previewing Disney World rides on YouTube POV videos is generally helpful. There is a 40” height minimum, and this attraction is not recommended for pregnant mamas. The origins of the ride came from the Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, CA, where it was an opening day attraction! This version opened in Epcot in 2005 and has become one of the most popular rides at this theme park. ![]() The places you get to “visit” while riding Soarin’ are experienced in this order:ġ3) Spaceship Earth at Epcot in Orlando, FL Soarin’ is a simulated hang glider tour of the world, inside a 180 degree, 80-foot diameter IMAX digital projection dome. The Land Pavillion is also known for the popular character meal at Garden Grill and the Living with the Land ride. Soarin’ Around the World, or otherwise referred to as just Soarin’, is found at Epcot inside the Land Pavillion. Facebook Pinterest Twitter Email Will your highly sensitive child enjoy Soarin’ Around the World?Īre you planning a trip to Disney World and asking yourself, “will my highly sensitive or sensory sensitive child enjoy Soarin’ Around the World”?
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