Discover Soaring Over the Horizon
Our tips:
- Go early
- Afraid of heights?
- Premier Access
Soaring Over the Horizon
Soaring Over the Horizon is a flight simulator on a hill in Adventure Isle. You take off for a flight around the world, with the wind in your face and the earth's best-known places beneath you.
The concept
You follow the path to the celestial observatory of the Arbori, the inhabitants of Adventure Isle. According to their stories, it is a gateway between the real world and the magical one. Shamans summon the spirit of the condor to let you fly like a bird. A Soarin' attraction has existed in the United States for some time; for China, Disney created a new flight around the world.
The Experience
You sit with your feet dangling in the air and are lifted up in front of an enormous dome screen. According to the park, you make descents, turns and dives. Treetops and rooftops shoot by beneath you as you fly past famous landmarks, cities and nature. It really feels like flying.
Discover Soaring Over the Horizon
Go early
According to the park, Soaring Over the Horizon is one of the most popular attractions. Plan it early in the day.
Afraid of heights?
You hang in the air with your legs dangling. If you're afraid of heights or get nauseous easily, the park advises against the ride.
Premier Access
For this attraction you can buy Disney Premier Access. On busy days that saves a lot of waiting time.
Visitor information
The minimum height is 102 centimetres. Children under 7 must be accompanied by someone aged 16 or over. If you're afraid of heights or get nauseous easily, the park advises against the ride. Rider Switch is available. You need to transfer from your wheelchair. For this attraction you can buy Disney Premier Access: you then use a separate, shorter queue. You can only buy it once you have a park ticket, via the official website or app. Read more on our page about tickets.
One of the most popular attractions
According to Shanghai Disney Resort, Soaring Over the Horizon is one of the park's most popular attractions. In September 2025 the park announced it would significantly expand capacity. Afterwards, head to Roaring Rapids for a wet cool-down.
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