Disney Adds Themed Pre-Boarding Screens to Expedition Everest to Ease Loading

Overview

• Expedition Everest, which added themed pre-boarding video screens Monday, is using the change to speed loading and cut slowdowns at the train platform.
• Dinoland U.S.A. is closed as crews clear space for a Tropical Americas land expected to feature Encanto and Indiana Jones, which is pushing more guests to remaining rides.
• Rafiki’s Planet Watch is also temporarily closed for a Bluey experience set for summer 2026, further reducing choices and increasing pressure on headline attractions.
• The new screens tell riders how to pull down restraints and store loose items before boarding, saving seconds on each dispatch that can trim wait times over a full day.
• The displays are built to match the ride’s Himalayan expedition setting, keeping the story intact while Disney pursues small operational gains during construction.