Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain Wait Times — Best Time to Ride Without Lightning Lane
This page shows historical wait time patterns for Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain at Animal Kingdom, based on 153,873+ real readings collected over the past 12 months. Use these patterns to choose the best time to ride without buying Lightning Lane.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to ride Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain?
Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain at Animal Kingdom is usually shortest around 7am (about 5 minutes) and longest around 12pm (about 43 minutes). Riding in the first hour after opening or late in the evening gives the shortest waits.
What is the average wait for Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain?
Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain averages about 29 minutes, based on 153,873 wait time readings at Animal Kingdom.
What day of the week has the shortest line for Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain?
Wednesday typically has the shortest line for Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain (around 23 minutes), while Saturday is the busiest (around 34 minutes).
Do I need Lightning Lane to ride Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain?
No. By riding Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain during its quietest hours and on a lower-crowd day, most guests can keep the wait short without paying for Lightning Lane.