Check out this video that shows the boarding process for the Disney Skyliner. These rides are non-restrictive by having bench-style seats and low-impact restraint bars. Youd Be Surprised! I couldnt fit int he test seat, but my wife did. But from what I hear its not Pooh friendly at all. My 11 year old son will be with me and could may help me a little to get our but not to sure how much. There is a over the shoulders restraint, but its not a problem for Pooh sized people. Im about to go to Disney in about 15 days. That way you dont have to go all the way to the ride and find out you dont fit. Overhead restraints do not tend to cause problems for guests who carry extra weight on their lower halves, but a guest who is more top-heavy may have a more difficult time. There are only a couple of rides that might be a problem. Do Disney World Rides Have Weight Limits? No, rides at Disneyland do not have specific weight limits. Thanks for any help you can give me ! The only ride that was truly painful (Im 5,7 , 320) was the mine train as mentioned. Not only did it help me get around the park, but it helped me to access the rides without having to stand in long lines, which I never wouldve been able to do. Thought I was going to have to do the walk of shame, but the cast member was able to get the back piece pushed up into the locking position. We often get questions on the discussion boards from concerned "larger" visitors in reference to having enough leg room, fitting comfortably in the various seats and/or restraints, riding on rides, and the roominess of the many turnstiles they'll encounter, to name a few. My husband is 62, 63 and weighs about 320 so I guess hes baloo- sized? Kiddo will dress Tiggerish and me with pink and Piglet ears. Its just my kid and I and I dont wanna ruin her funplus I love harry potter more than her also we arent riding the train ? My advice is give it a try and have fun. Just finished my 4th day at Disney and have fit on all rides. I am 58, 270 and I will probably be doing most of the rides with my daughter (about 4ft, 75 lbs) Im worried that the restraints wont fit her securely due to my larger size. You might find Seven Dwarfs Mine Train uncomfortable. Im going to WDW and planned to just enjoy the atmosphere. If you are concerned at all, we recommend trying the test seat before waiting in line. Before my trip this summer any Pooh sized folks know if you can ride the slide at yacht and beach pool? Splash Mountain can be a little difficult to get out of (especially if someone is next to you) but thats mainly due to your feet slipping on the wet car! I have been too tall and too fat for rides at the other amusement parks. It can be an uncomfortable subject, but addressing these concerns before your trip can save you a lot of stress when you arrive at the parks. 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM Eastern Time. Space Mountain can be difficult for anyone with mobility problems. A travel agent is an essential resource when planning a vacation. Your comfort is important, so you may want to test this seat in advance. So maybe avoid that one ride, especially since the wait time is so long. Its just my kid and I and I dont wanna ruin her funplus I love harry potter more than her also we arent riding the train ? There are no weight limits on any of the attractions. I am 510 360 i carry most of my weight in my thighs and butt, not to big in the stomach, with very broad shoulders. A little disappointed that after hours of waiting in line (yes we did have +FP) we were not able to enjoy this ride. Their services are 100% FREE to you! Suck in your gut! Single Rider at Disneyland: The Only Guide You Need! I have big thighs, so wasnt able to ride but the nice assistant compensated me with some fast passes. I am concerned about fitting in the rides. Is this the only ride that maybe a difficult one or are there others that you may think would be a challenge with a knee replacement? I know seven dwarves might be a no go. A lap bar tight on my big belly will not even touch her, but I really want to get on these rides. There arent many. It has a lap bar that will accommodate anyone. Its very easy to get in and out of Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Im 59 350 very evenly distributed stomach may be the biggest and broad shoulders. How Can You Know If Disney World Rides Accommodates Plus A Size Guest? People have different goals when it comes to visiting Walt Disney World, but if you are going into the parks, you are likely going to go on the rides. There are plenty of places to look online and check for information from others who may have tried to ride particular rides in the past. Has anyone of substantial size tested these new logs? Thanks for the comments and I am also pooh size at 53/297lbs. I went on the avatar flight of passage ride and got the the front and was not able to get one. Concerned about how well youll fit into certain attractions during your next Disney vacation? So Im 61 340 pounds with a 54 chest. Weight limits Disney World Height Requirements in each park Magic Kingdom EPCOT Hollywood Studios Animal Kingdom Typhoon Lagoon Blizzard Beach Minimum Height requirements at Disney World 54 inches 48 inches 44 inches 42 inches 40 inches 38 inches 35 inches 32 inches Attractions and rides with no height requirements Magic Kingdom Animal Kingdom It comes down until it meets your stomach. This attraction was created with the help of real NASA Astronauts! This year is my friends 40th birthday, and shes chosen to go to Disney. I am going with my 5 yr old son in two weeks, Do you think I will have any problem with my height + weight? These are available on most of the rides when size may be a problem. For guests who are looking to experience the full range of what the park has to offer, it's essential to know about the various weight limits in place. Thanks! I was just to big. My hubby and I are Pooh sized too. Thank you all so much! Rides for Plus Sized Disney Fans to Avoid, Expedition Everest Legends of the Forbidden Mountain, Rock n Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, Rides That Might Be Uncomfortable for the Really Tall in Disney, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover , Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid . Some were a little snug, but I have always been able to enjoy the rides. Yall just made this Pooh woman feel so much better! When trying to decipher which attractions may pose issues, guests tend to compare their weight to the weights of other guests who have successfully ridden. Do you provide restrictions and advisories for attractions? I was at Carowinds in the Carolinas and I cant remember name but there was a rollercoaster that lays you down n go head first. Have fun and dont worry so much. Im going to Walt Disney World Orlando for the first time in a few days and I have a question about . I am going in October to the magic kingdom. Are they available? Im a pooh-sized female (290 lbs, 56, evenly distributed weight) and Im terrified of not fitting on rides, the biggest worry being the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Love your article and how reassuring it is. tried it. hey guys big dad from the uk here spprox 350lbs 57 know alot of the rides i can do just worried about the seat belts on kali river rapids 52 inch waist and 56inch chest. The rides that let you sit side by side are roomy enough for 2 pooh sized people. Ambo, there is a test banshee outside of the ride you can get on to check. This article was very helpful and informative and I greatly appreciate it. Tell him no worries at all. I have 2 and Mrs. My Husband is a little worried about not fitting the rides. We love Astro Orbiter so we can see the whole Magic Kingdom, but if youre over 6 feet tall, you might just want to keep walking. Flight of Passage was a mistake, I was able to fit but boy did it give me vertigo! Im 59 and 275, I know you said the ride is uncomfortable, but is it doable? Weight Limit and Seat Size for the Flight of Passage. I am 68 and around 400 lbs. That was a godsend! Of course, not every ride at Walt Disney World Resort is going to have a test seat available. However, Ive never been to Disney before. Other than a couple of rides, you will be fine. First things first, you'll be happy to know that there are absolutely no weight or size restrictions for Nav'i River Journey at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Its going to be fun! You cant be too big for those (just be careful if you are riding with a small person next to you. Im 510 about 310 Lbs I carry most of my weight in my butt hip and thighs, I guess an Ursula, minus the tenticles and manipulation. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: no problems. Disney doesnt do that. I am 511 400 lbs couldnt ride the avatar ride after waiting all that time make sure you try the test seat before you wait in that line. It feels very strange, but it is secure. Hover around 500. I been very worried about standing in lines and then not fitting on the ride and I know if I cant ride everyone else will not ride either. For the record, Im 6-1 and 360. The majority of people that dont fit into Flight of Passage its because of their calves. I am 63 and 400 plus pounds (my scale says Im too fat for it). Space Mountain has a T-bar that comes up between your legs and holds you in. Yes, I know I am unhealthy and need to treat my body better but I also earned this trip to WDW by working my butt off (not literally of course. I can get myself into and out of any ride at other parks (Im luckily young and healthy). My 28 year old son Suggested a scooter when we arrived after seeing how I struggled through the airports and the resort by the end of the first day and that was just from traveling. The only rides that have turnstiles (that I can remember) are Carousel of Progress, the railroad at Magic Kingdom (NOT Big Thunder Mountain Railroad), the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, and the Liberty Belle riverboat. I weigh in at 320, size 3XL, and am 5'9. Knees a bit cramped sit in middle of boat if possible. Can you clarify what you mean by pooh sized? I know Im big . I dont know anything about Universal. Since there are no actual height restrictions we sought out advice from people we consider tall. Id say I am longer (belly to behind) than I am wide (side to side). Heres what it boils down to, getting into and out of Space Mountain is like climbing into and out of a sunken bathtub (not just step over but step down). 6ft. Im concerned about the lap bar and seat on space mountain. Just got back from 5 days in Disney with my family. The flight there however was a different story lol. Try the test seat before you get in line! They lock in the legs and the midsection, so for plus-sized riders, they may be more uncomfortable. I had a knee replacement and I am worried about getting out of space mountain. Im 511 and 345 lbs. I just wanted to share my Disney experience as a Pooh-sized person. Granted, this was before Seven Dwarfs Mine Train was constructed, so I cant speak for that ride. A larger person who carries their weight above their waist would have an easier time getting into Expedition Everest than a smaller person who carries their weight in their thighs. " Are there are weight restrictions for any of the rides at WDW? Hell be fine. I got on Flight of Passage for Avatar. There are no weight restrictions for any rides, including Tron, at Walt Disney World theme parks. I love Disney. Would I be able to ride all the rides at Disney world? Dont wanna miss out on anything for my kids are excited for me to be there and do these things WITH them! Big Thunder is easy to get into and out of, and shouldnt be a problem. my calves are all muscle. My only reserve is that this will be a trip of a life time for my family and I dont want to make this trip less fun because of my size.. Im mostly worried about the pull down bars cause my thighs are quite large. The bottom line for me is, if you feel like you can handle the walking and you want to go on the rides, just try it. Thanks for this great article, its nice to be able to research this sort of thing. Will I experience difficulties when trying to ride Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Slash Mountain, other Magic Kingdom rides, etc.? There is a door that closes on you that creates a chamber feel. Dumbo: No issues. Im wanting to take my 3 year old son and be able to ride the little rides with him next year. I weigh 325lbs. The 10 Best Disney Dining Reservations to Make for Your Trip. I dont want anything to overshadow it. I like my shirts bigger to hide the weight. Fastest Rides at Disney World: 10 Picks For An Adrenaline Rush. Have a great time and dont worry you have the information you need . i am a lil bit smaller not much though i am 510 and 300 pounds. Some of the rides in Walt Disney World have some form of height or weight restriction, but since there aren't too many people walking around over 7 feet tall, it really hasn't been a widely addressed issue. I can't think if a single ride that would give you problems. I just wanted to do an update or my post from January when we were in the pre-planning stages of our (Sept. 2019) trip. This trip really shown new light on my health and my size. But, if you're looking for larger sizes, a lot of clothes on shopDisney.com go up to 4XL. I noticed they have a handicapped entrance right next to the turnstile. So your plan probably wont work. Just a word of caution to big boned tourists visiting Universal Studios in Orlando. This website makes me feel a bit better about our planned trip to Disney but I am still pretty scared about not fitting on anything. sorry its ot but any big guys done much at universal not too bothered out coasters mainly stuff like mib minions also lad wants to go to volcano bay iam roughly 57 and mayb 330 pounds. MUAH. The Chairlift transports Guests to a prime position for: Summit Plummet, Slush Gusher and Teamboat Springs. Im not quite sure what else I can say. A couple might be uncomfortable, but you will be able to get on. Anything I need to absolutely avoid?? I am 57 and about 300 pounds so Im hoping everything will be okay. #6. A double stroller is $31 daily or $27 for a multi-day (Length of Stay) rental. But other than that you should be able to ride all the rides. Copyright WDW Vacation Tips 2023WDW Vacation Tips is an unofficial fan site and not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company. Will I have any issues riding rock n rollercoaster? You will be able to experience at least 1 ride. Im 65 325 and I think my height and thick chest was the reason for not fitting. There are no turnsytles at Disney except for the Disney rail road train which starts at the front of the park. Hope this is alright, but we are actually going to disneyland next month. These comments definitely help make me feel a little better. The lap bar on Splash Mountain is a single lap bar that goes across both seats. Idk how you rode 7dwarfd and slinky because I am 260 a d it wasnt that comfy for me cause the bars in my tummy. This is Jake. The Disney Skyliner doors are approximately 30 inches wide. As previously stated, There are height limits on some rides but there are no weight limits on any rides at Walt Disney World. My weight is pretty evenly distributed. Embarrassed in front of all, I did the walk of shame. The front has the most room just an fyi. Pear shaped with a 56 waist. I carry EVERYWHERE. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. My hips are 68. Just a friendly PSA, Disneyland SUCKED for me, I Literally just got back and unless pooh shrinks to pigletim a no go! Space Mountain is kind of hard to get in and out of, but the others are pretty friendly to larger people. We are worried that there may not be many rides he can go on. Would there be any rides that I may not fit in? Seven Dwarfs Mine Train might be uncomfortable but he should be able to get on. I have heard that some bigger people might have trouble on this ride too? I didnt fit but only couple people were waiting at the time. Once again, my only real problem occurred at the Carousel of Progress. I am 510 and I weight 350 pounds, do you think I will have any trouble on the popular rides like Splash or Space Mountain, or Thunder Railroad? Others, however, may have some concerns about any weight limits that may be imposed on riders at Disney. Since the bench seats have no armrests, it is also possible to seat larger people without crowding them into a single row. Im a very pooh sized guy. Im taking two string bean little boys and Im concerned about the lap bar on Splash Mountain. Hi we are visiting magic Kingdom in march for spring break. I now, finally, feel at ease that I will fit on the DW rides with my 7-year-old daughter. I rode everything I wanted to at WDW (Space Mountain, Mission Space, Test Track, Tower of Terror, etc.) Hey, (I wish I knew your name so I could speak directly to you), It will be OK. Friends went on and they said it was tight. 10 Delicious Spots for the Best Breakfast at Disney Springs! Im heading there soon and even though I read comments over and over, Id rather avoid those rides. I would just like to say thank you so much for this page! That is a lot of money being spent at Disney for you not to take size into account when building/planning rides. But as far as the others, go with confidence! Yes, 5ft 11 340 and 6ft 1 380. I am a big guy 510 345 pds waist 48in. Here are all the Epcot height requirements you need to know for your next Disney World vacation. I read posts before I went on size and rides and now these and I can say theres no one answer that will fit your situation because we all arent the same size. Splash mountain lap bar a bit snug and knees were hitting. I am 510 and weigh 270 and could get on all the rides at Disney World but found that some were a tight and very very uncomfortable fit because of my long legs. First off let me say great article, I dont think Ive come across something like this for any other park. Im going to WDW for the first time ever in October and I was so worried that 1) I would not be able to ride the rides due to my size (56/290lbs) and 2) I would ruin it for my husband who is equally as excited as I am. There are a couple of rides that might be a problem if you ride with a skinny person. He also has a 54 in waist. Was just wondering is the peter pan ride pooh friendly. I know a little about knee replacements. These restraints are built with some give in them, so they will accommodate a larger passenger. The person is about 325 pounds. Im going to Disney World in July Im 511 440. Pirates of the Caribbean: No problems. I will be visiting disney world, EPCOT and animal kingdom. For example,if you can sit on your floor at home and get up without alot of trouble you will be able to get off of Space Mountain. We currently have a fast pass for it, but Im wondering if we should switch it to something else. Make sure to look out for signs warning you about body size restrictions these rides are not for big folks other than that I still had a good time.
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