Skull Island: Reign of Kong

Experience Skull Island: Reign of Kong at Universal’s Islands of Adventure! Board a massive expedition vehicle and journey deep into the jungles of Skull Island, where you’ll encounter hostile natives, creepy cave creatures, and the mighty King Kong himself. With immersive 3D effects, live actors in the queue, and heart-pounding moments, this thrill ride is one of the most intense and unforgettable adventures at Universal Orlando Resort.

Ride Information  Ride Restrictions  Location  Fun Facts  Tips

Ride Information

Opening Date: July 13, 2016

Type of Ride: Outdoor 3D Safari

Age Recommendation: All Ages (meeting height requirements)

Duration of Ride: 6 Minutes

Typical Wait Time: 45 Minutes

Single Rider Line: Yes

Express Pass: Yes

Child Swap: Yes

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Ride Photo: No

Ride Restrictions

Height Requirements: Minimum 36″ | Guests under 48″ must ride with a supervising companion.

Wheelchair Restrictions: Guests will need to transfer to a manual wheelchair for the duration of the ride.

Location

Nearby Attractions: Jurassic Park River Adventure | Pteranodon Flyers | Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls

Dining: Thunder Falls Terrace

Shopping: Discovery Center Store

Did You Know?

• King Kong’s species was once believed to be real and is scientifically referred to as Megaprimatus.
• This massive ape stands about 3 stories tall and spans 18 feet wide from shoulder to shoulder. To put that in perspective, King Kong’s head is roughly the size of a car!
• There are 887 skulls hidden throughout the Skull Island: Reign of Kong attraction—how many can you spot?
• Did you know Skull Island: Reign of Kong is actually the second King Kong-themed attraction to be built at Universal Orlando Resort? The first being Kongfrontation (1990 – 2002), which was located in Universal Studios Florida, where Revenge of the Mummy is now.

The Mouse For Less Tips

• Guests visiting the park using an electric wheelchair or ECV can ask an attraction attendant about using one of the park’s manual wheelchairs for the duration of the ride. Rentals are also available. For more information on accessibility in the parks, click here.
• This Universal Orlando Resort attraction can be scary for some young children. Although the height requirement is the lowest the parks offer, be sure your little one is prepared for the spooky caves and the initial “attack” that really gets the ride going.
• If you’re unsure about your child riding, try walking through the queue area for a bit. The indigenous people sneaking around and popping up without notice should be enough to tell if the ride itself is too scary.
• Skull Island: Reign of Kong lines can get especially long, with waits up to 75 minutes. This is a great opportunity to use your Express Pass! If you are visiting during Early Park Admission, stop here right after The Wizarding World of Harry Potter when the rest of the park opens. Guests entering will be coming from the gates, so you should be able to ride sooner!