Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Close for Refurbishment in January 2025

Lauren Shahan

People enjoy a circular water ride at an amusement park, surrounded by themed decorations and barrels. Others in similar rafts can be seen in the background, adding to the festive atmosphere—a perfect snapshot for your daily recap of adventure.

Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Close for Refurbishment in January 2025

Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will temporarily close for refurbishment in January 2025.

kali river rapids loading all seats 15 5769475 1200x900 1

The last day of operations for the raft ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be Sunday, January 5. On Monday, January 6, the ride will close, likely for its annual refurbishment. A set reopening time has yet to be announced. The official Walt Disney World website lists the attraction as closed through at least February 8 – the furthest date available for guests to view on the attraction calendar.

kali-river-rapids-reopens-1

In 2024, Kali River Rapids closed on January 8 for its annual refurbishment and reopened on March 15. For the 2023 season, the attraction closed on January 9 and reopened on February 26.

Kali River Rapids jet effects

Kali River Rapids is located in Asia of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s a fast-moving rapids ride where guests travel through lush vegetation and eventually plummet down a 20-foot slope. Guests are sure to get splashed, and maybe even soaked, as they travel past rushing waterfalls and through raging currents.

Will you be taking one last ride on Kali River Rapids before it closes for refurbishment? Let us know in the comments.

For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on TwitterFacebook, and Instagram.

Leave a Comment

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.