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VIDEO: Tokyo Disneyland’s new Jungle Cruise Wildlife Expeditions adds high-tech mysterious flair to classic ride

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A Jungle Cruise skipper at Tokyo Disneyland, wearing a signature hat and chatting through a headset mic, enthusiastically points to a glowing ornament overhead—capturing the high-energy adventure vibe of Wildlife Expeditions in this iconic attraction.

The classic Jungle Cruise experience has gotten a high-tech facelift at Tokyo Disneyland, officially debuting soon as Jungle Cruise Wildlife Expeditions. The updated attraction features a new nighttime version of the ride that adds a musical score and mysterious special effects.

This week it soft opened, providing us with the first look at the enhancements by day and by night that include new lighting, projections, and more. The below videos come from YouTube user DuffyChannel.

Video: Jungle Cruise Wildlife Expeditions daytime

Video: Jungle Cruise Wildlife Expeditions nighttime

A Jungle Cruise skipper at Tokyo Disneyland, wearing a signature hat and chatting through a headset mic, enthusiastically points to a glowing ornament overhead—capturing the high-energy adventure vibe of Wildlife Expeditions in this iconic attraction.

Lion and lion cub animatronics nestled in a blue-lit rocky cave, channeling the magic of The Lion King, bring the adventurous spirit of Wildlife Expeditions to life and immerse guests in the Jungle Cruise excitement unique to Tokyo Disneyland.

Vibrant green and yellow lighting sets the Jungle Cruise: Wildlife Expeditions temple aglow, with two iconic figures flanking the entrance, capturing the exhilaration and immersive storytelling adventure fans love at Tokyo Disneyland.

Jungle Cruise Wildlife Expeditions officially debuts September 8. More information – and some silly graphics – can be found (in Japanese) on the Tokyo Disneyland web site.

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