Aerial Update Shows Encanto Build Advancing in Animal Kingdom’s Tropical Americas

New overhead images underscore rapid site work, signaling the project’s move from concept to delivery.

Overview

Fresh aerial photos from December 1 show deep excavation and an expanding footprint for the Encanto attraction’s show building.
The images also pinpoint a defined site for the hand-carved carousel and highlight former Dino-Rama structures slated for retheming.
DINOSAUR will continue operating into early February 2026 before closing for conversion to an attraction inspired by Indiana Jones.
A detailed model at Walt Disney Presents outlines Pueblo Esperanza with a fountain plaza, layered landscaping, two attractions, a quick-service location, and the carousel.
Encanto’s creative development includes new, attraction-exclusive dialogue from filmmaker Jared Bush in collaboration with Imagineering.