Reviews of Kali River Rapids
Reviewed by AdventurelandFan Review Date: 03/14/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
As someone who's travelled in the Himalayan region, and done some whitewater rafting there, I deeply appreciate this ride's overall vibe. Its theming perfectly harmonises with Expedition Everest, being essentially the Kathmandu Valley to Expedition's peak. In being slightly fictionalised versions of real, related locations, some artistic license to reasonably exist amidst a great attention to realistic detail.
It's actually pretty hard for me to separate these rides, since, to me, the entire area is best experienced linearly.
Start at Expedition and make your leisurely way throughout Asia until you come to Kali, and I think you'll enjoy it all as an integrated experience. While the lines can be long, if you see it as an opportunity to go on an adventure of discovery — and if you use that time to really examine all the artifacts — I think you'll come to see the whole land as a single excellent piece of art.
Having said that, do I understand the complaint that there are lots of this kind of ride around the country. And others are totally right to point out that DCA's "Grizzly" version of this is probably better in terms of sheer thrills — and certainly, it's way more convenient to on-property guests than this thing.
But, to me, Kali will always be a wonder of theming that hews closely to real life, and it's super useful in counteracting Florida's heat. Grizzly almost NEEDS the greater thrill factor to make up for its thematic mundanity and Anaheim's more temperate weather.
Pros:
* Thematically integrated into the whole land of Asia * Great on a hot dayCons:
* Milder thrills than some similar rides in other parks * If your jam is water rides, this thing is hella far from anything; go to Disneyland, stay at the Grand Californian, and just walk out your room to a better version of this ride, instead.Reviewed by ShellyShellBee Review Date: 02/07/2021
Rating: (10) Recommended
One of my favorites! My whole family laughs through the entire second half of this ride! It’s fun to see who gets the “wet seat” and then watch everyone get squirted throughout the rest of the turns. The theming on and around the ride is beautiful and intricate and the lush greenery transports you to “Anandapur.”
In the summer the splash is refreshing and will dry quickly (unless you’re wearing jeans or a thick sweatshirt). I pack a pair of flip flops when I go to Animal Kingdom so I can leave my sneakers in my bag or in the locker at the entrance and get my flip flops wet instead. Stow your sweatshirt too. A tee or tank will dry right up in the Florida sun and then you have a nice warm layer to put back on when you’re dry. Don’t bother with a poncho. It won’t save you.
Pros:
Fun for the whole family, accommodates large groupsCons:
Be prepared to get wetReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 02/07/2021
Rating: (2) Not Recommended
Boring. No big drops (this is NOTHING compared to Grizzly River Rapids in CA Adventures). Really long line for super short ride that has no thrills.
Pros:
Can get wet during a hot day.Cons:
Long line for no pay-off.Reviewed by Disneyfan12345 Review Date: 01/28/2021
Rating: (5) Recommended
Ok ride, YOU CAN GET WET, Not as thrilling than other thrill rides but cool Asian theming
Pros:
Cool theming, Nice way to stay out of the heat, Decently short linesCons:
YOU CAN GET WET, 1 Drop, Not as thrilling, Closed for RebfurbReviewed by tga1828 Review Date: 11/30/2020
Rating: (7) Recommended
Fun and thrilling water ride.
Pros:
You will get wetCons:
You will get wetReviewed by Camila Review Date: 10/22/2020
Rating: (7) Not Recommended
An ok ride, the theming is ok
Pros:
Not a long wait, gets you a little wet and good for the florida heat.Cons:
Very short ride, gets you wet, the theming is only ok.Reviewed by JJKHughes04 Review Date: 09/17/2020
Rating: (9) Recommended
its a basic water ride but we still love it!!
Pros:
you can get drenched,Cons:
you can get drenched.Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 08/22/2020
Rating: (7) Recommended
Love the concept but probably the least thrilling raft ride I have done. Only mild drops and quite a short ride, but you get pretty wet considering! Great way to cool off on a hot day. Would not wait more that 30 minutes for this ride.
Pros:
Great themingCons:
Very short rideReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 08/08/2020
Rating: (4) Not Recommended
It’s pretty blah. There’s no good drops and it’s pretty slow. I’ve been on a few similar rides that were better done at other amusement parks.
Pros:
You might get wet if it’s a hot day and that’s your goal.Cons:
If you don’t like getting wet the ride isn’t fun enough to risk it.Reviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 06/11/2020
Rating: (10) Recommended
Great for the whole family
