Disney's Animal Kingdom has begun testing updated rope drop procedures, signaling that the park may be rethinking how it manages the crowd surge that greets guests each morning at opening.
Rope drop — the beloved Walt Disney World tradition where eager visitors line up before park opening and are released toward their first attraction of the day — has long been a strategy for guests hoping to knock out popular rides before the midday rush sets in.
Changes to that process at Animal Kingdom could affect how guests plan their early-morning game plans, particularly for high-demand attractions. Details on exactly what the new procedures involve or how long the testing period will last have not yet been confirmed.
Guests visiting Animal Kingdom in the coming days and weeks should expect the possibility of a different experience at park opening than they may be used to. Checking in with cast members on arrival will be the best way to stay ahead of any adjustments.
This story was first reported by WDWNT.
