Get ready for an exciting experience at Disneyland Paris, which is about to bring The Lion King to life in a thrilling new way. In a significant expansion of Disney Adventure World, the amusement park has announced a brand-new immersive land inspired by the 1994 animated classic, The Lion King. This will be the first-ever dedicated Lion King-themed land in any Disney park worldwide, making it a highly anticipated addition for fans of Simba and the Pride Lands.
Construction for the new land is scheduled to begin around the autumn season this year, following the grand opening of Disneyland Paris’ World of Frozen. Once complete—likely sometime after 2026—this Lion King-themed attraction will become the centrepiece of the reimagined Disney Adventure World.
At the heart of this new land is a major attraction that will retell The Lion King's story using special effects, state-of-the-art Audio-Animatronics, and immersive storytelling. The ride will include three thrilling slopes, one of which will feature a dramatic 52-ft drop, offering a blend of excitement and narrative depth.
The following experiences will make your visit to the park an immersive one:
Themed dining experiences featuring flavours inspired by African cuisine
Lion King merchandise in specially designed retail spaces
Character meet-and-greets with fan favourites like Simba, Timon, Pumbaa, Rafiki, and more.
This new development aligns with Disney’s broader push to enhance its parks with storytelling-driven environments that let guests step directly into the worlds of their favourite films.
For Disney fans and travellers alike, this new land represents an unprecedented opportunity to engage with one of Disney’s most beloved films in a whole new way. With immersive design, next-gen ride technology, and a setting that honours the majesty of the savanna, the new Lion King-themed area is expected to be one of the largest and most ambitious attractions ever created at Disneyland Paris.
(With inputs from multiple sources)
