Disney is an American multinational entertainment company situated in Los Angeles, California, United States. The company was founded by Walt Disney and Roy O. Disney on 16th October 1923. Its headquarters is at the Walt Disney Studios complex in Burbank, California, with Bob Chapek as the Chief Executive Officer. The company is popularly known for animated cartoon films, especially its popular cartoon shows known as Alice in Wonderland, Aladdin, Moana, etc.
The company based its core values on innovation, decency, optimism, quality, storytelling, and community. Over the years of its existence, these core values have been a guide for the type of content it produces for the public. Based on such a reputation, the company has acquired some subsidiaries including; Hulu, the ABC broadcast network, ESPN, Marvel Studios, and Lucasfilms. These subsidiaries all contribute to the expansion of Disney’s fame.
What Are Wheelchair Handicap Carts?
These are mobility wheelchair carts also known as electric mobility scooters with a seat and a navigational control panel. This very form of wheelchair uses a battery, this means that it is rechargeable. Although, unlike the scooter, these electric conveyance vehicles ( ECVs) are controlled by a joystick, that is, it is attached either to the left or to the right alongside the carts that are used in carrying objects around.
Does Disney Have Wheelchair Handicap Carts?
Yes, Disney has wheelchairs and Electric Conveyance Vehicles (ECVs). These wheelchairs are available for rental at any of the Disney destinations, with the Disney wheelchair handicap carts, the disabled are not exempted from participating in any of the available fun at Disney resorts. These wheelchair handicap carts are designed for people without the ability to walk, those who find it difficult to walk a long distance. Moreso, those with disabilities who require the use of a wheelchair are sometimes given on-time-return opportunities that equal their waiting time instead of waiting in the queue.
How To Rent A Wheelchair Handicap Cart At Disney?
The Manual wheelchair Handicap Cart and the Electric Conveyance Vehicle are two different types of wheelchairs, and each of these wheelchairs costs differently per day. For the manual wheelchair, the price is $15 while the electric conveyance vehicle costs $70. At Disney, these carts are always on rental for all guests per day at the four theme parks, and you get a $20.00 returned deposit when you return the ECV. Although rental from other vendors outside is allowed, Disney gives a percentage of discount and a refundable amount. However, wheelchairs can be rented at each theme park for $12 daily.
Disney Wheelchair Handicap Carts Policy
Due to the sites and the long walking distance at Disney, guests are allowed to use their wheelchairs. This means that guests can come along with their customized or rented wheelchair or scooter from anywhere outside Disney. The policy is not strictly adhering to renting wheelchair handicap carts only at the Disney sites. The purpose of this flexibility is to ensure maximum comfort even for those with physical disability challenges who already have been assigned a personal wheelchair by the hospital and also those without any physical challenge at all, this means it is for the total comfort of all and sundry.
Available Rides At Disney
Currently, there are fifty-two (52) rides at Disney World resort. This includes actual rides and not stage shows and other attractions. At the start of these rides, you will be required to transfer from your wheelchair to the ride vehicle. Some of the rides include:
Disney Animal Kingdom:
- Primeval Whirl
- Flight of Passage
- DINOSAUR
- Kali River Rapids
- Expedition Everest
Epcot:
- Test Track
- Spaceship Earth
- Frozen Ever After, etc
Magic Kingdom:
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant
- Main Street Vehicles
- Mad Tea Party
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- Astro Orbiter
- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
- Splash mountain
- Tomorrowland Speedway, etc.
Some Famous Disneyland Attractions
- Disney California Adventure Park
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- Tarzan’s Treehouse
- Ancient Sanctum
- Alice in Wonderland
- Animation Academy
- Disneyland Park
- Disney Junior Dance Party
- Fortune Tellers
- Five and Dime
- Disneyland Forever-Returning 22nd April 2022, etc.
Conclusion
Disney wheelchairs are available at the theme park, Disney Springs, and Water Parks. Any of the Disney resorts are always fun to be, therefore you must enjoy your visit no matter the state of your health or mobility. Those with mobility disabilities are not excluded from having a good experience in life, for that reason, Disney makes it equal for all to have a lifetime experience at any of their resorts, hence the availability of the wheelchair handicap carts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Disney allow guests to come with their wheelchairs?
Yes, guests are permitted to come with their wheelchairs, whether Electric Conveyance Vehicles or manual throughout the resort.
Is there a Disability Access Service pass at Disney?
Yes.
Where can I rent the Manual and ECV wheelchairs at Disney?
Rentals are available east of the main entrance to Disneyland park outside of the theme park.
