Watch: See the New Bat Cave Scene Set to Debut on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
With Big Thunder Mountain Railroad set to start rumbling through Magic Kingdom again in just a few weeks, anticipation for the attraction’s return continues to build.
As a quick recap, the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness has been closed for 16 months while Disney meticulously refurbished the attraction.
When it reopens, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will feature a new track, refreshed trains, updated effects, and a new Rainbow Caverns scene.
“After you arrive at the legendary Big Thunder Mining Company, descend into an active mine shaft and board your runaway train. As you enter the cavern, the engine accelerates along the rickety track. Dodge exploding dynamite and falling boulders as you race around tight turns, plunge into canyons, and dash through the town of Tumbleweed,” the updated attraction synopsis reads.
Photo: Disney
“Your rip-roaring adventure proves that some legends are true. You’re sure to have a real blast!”
Thunder Mountain’s New Bat Cave Scene
In celebration of International Bat Day, Walt Disney Imagineering took to Instagram to share a closer look at a new bat effect coming to the attraction.
When Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopens on May 3, guests will encounter an all-new bat cave scene.
Photo: Walt Disney Imagineering on Instagram
Previously, the attraction featured a small number of animated bats flying overhead.
Now, Imagineers have introduced a more detailed environment featuring sculpted rockwork bats.
Photo: Walt Disney Imagineering on Instagram
The update also includes more than 200 show set bats and newly designed bat clusters.
Photo: Walt Disney Imagineering on Instagram
According to Imagineering, the enhanced scene is the result of collaboration across multiple creative teams.
Photo: Walt Disney Imagineering on Instagram
The final result looks impressive and adds another layer of detail to the attraction’s storytelling.
Watch the Video
If you have not seen the full Imagineering video, be sure to check it out below.
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