Beyond the Theme Parks
Walt Disney World® Recreational Activities

There is a wide range of recreational activities that guests at the Walt Disney World® Resort can enjoy. The list of choices offer up some familiar activities, as well as other activities that will offer guests the opportunity to explore something exciting and different.

Disney Quest
Disney Quest is the latest and the newest brand of Disney theme park. In this simple five-story building Disney has boldly gone where it has only modestly gone before. A combination of theme park elements, that is to say environment or theming has join forces with 21st century computer technology to deliver an adventure that is intended to engage the entire family.
To think of this as just a large modern arcade would be a mistake.
DisneyQuest is designed very similar to Disney’s other theme parks. Guests enter through a main plaza called Ventureport. From Ventureport guests can choose and enter one of the various themed zones.

Horse Back Riding
Guided Trail Ride, Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Walt Disney World guests both those staying at a Walt Disney World Resort and those visiting for the day are invited to enjoy a 45-minute guided trail ride through the natural beauty of Fort Wilderness Campgrounds & Resort. This trail ride is a walking paced ride, which is fine for beginners. Up to twenty riders per adventure will join two Walt Disney World cast members several times a day on this relaxing and enjoyable ride.

Guests are asked to arrive thirty minutes prior to departure during which they are introduced to their horses given a few rules of the trail before setting out. Departure is from Fort Wilderness Trailblaze Corral at Tri-Circle D Livery. This is located at Fort Wilderness Campground guests services.



Richard Petty Driving Experience
Since 1997 the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway has been giving racecar fans an opportunity to get out of the grandstands into a 600 horsepower 358-cubic-inch V-8 NASCAR Winston Cup stock car.

Drive your own car, or ride shotgun on a 145-mph ride of a lifetime around mile-long, tri-oval track.
The Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway offers three driving experiences and a ride-along program.

Rookie Experience a 3-hour program that includes eight laps of driving thrills.

King's Experience features 16 laps of driving divided into two 8-lap sessions.

Experience of a Lifetime Participants work on establishing a comfortable driving line and building speed in a series of three 10-lap sessions.

Ride-Along Program Here participants enjoy a 3-lap thrills ride as a passenger at a top speed of 145 mph.

This driving experience at Walt Disney World Speedway is in action daily. Those participating must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a vehicle equipped with a standard transmission. Participants in the Ride-Along Program must be at least 16 years of age with identification. Their parent or legal guardian must accompany all riders under 18 years of age.
All experiences include a one-hour training session and all safety equipment is provided. At the end of your experience you will receive your "lap sheets" and a certificate of completion documenting your top speed.

Fishing Excursions
In the late 1960’s Walt Disney World planners released 70,000 bass fingerlings into Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon. Fishing in these waters was not permitted until 1977, which allowed ample time for the bass to grow and breed undisturbed.

Today the fishing in these waters is spectacular and has caught the attention of the sport-fishing world. Such professional bass fisherman as Jimmy Houston, Hank Parker and Bill Dance have all fished these productive waterways.

While guests can expect to land bass-weighing 2 to 8 pounds routinely the record for largemouth bass stands at 14 pounds, 6 ounces.

All fishing excursions are led by expert bass guides aboard pontoon boats that are fully stocked with rods, reels, fishing gear and refreshments.

The two hour guided tours are available daily with an advance reservation
Up to five guests per tour
Each tour is a catch & release program

Walt Disney World Golf
Every Golfer to a Tee

“Golf Magazine” has recognized Walt Disney World Resort three times as a Gold Medal Resort. Walt Disney World is home to six golf courses all of which are professionally designed and beautifully maintained.

Some of the world's most talented architects, including Pete Dye, Tom Fazio and Joe Lee have lent their talents to create this legendary set of links. Golf at Walt Disney World is world class and will rival any play that you have experienced back home.

Some Things to Know Before You Go:

• Morning tee times are at a premium
• To avoid the crowds try early in the week and a mid afternoon tee time
• Peak season is September through April
• Off season and twilight rates are available
• Carts are required at all courses except Oak Trail and are included in green fee
• Disney Resort guests may reserve tee times 60 days in advance
• Non Disney Resort may reserve tee times 30 days in advance
• Proper golf attire required including collared shirts and Bermuda length shorts or slacks

Special perks for Disney Resort guests include:

• Discounted green fees
• Charging privileges
• Free shipping of your clubs between courses
• Free roundtrip transportation from your resort to the course

Epcot® DiveQuest
DiveQuest will allow certified scuba divers to live the ultimate diving dream. Imagine a salt-water dive with 203 feet of visibility and over 4000 animals native to the Caribbean swimming with you in every direction. Tropical fish, sharks, stingrays, giant sea turtles, and plenty of coral for you to enjoy is just part of the fun. The other part, is you become part of the show! Your family members and friends can view your dive through any of the 56 giant acrylic windows at The Living Seas!
Included is a limited edition t-shirt, that you can only receive from participating in Epcot® DiveQuest.
Proof of current SCUBA certification is required. Ages 10 and older, guests between 10 and 14 years old must be diving with a parent or legal guardian.

Dolphins in Depth at Epcot®
A behind-the-scenes experience for Guests interested in learning more about the dolphins and research at The Living Seas, as well as those wanting to increase their awareness and appreciation for dolphin counterparts in the wild. Most importantly, you will meet them up close and personal, in the water! You are guaranteed to get wet and most likely splashed, by our resident dolphins.
Included is a photograph with the dolphin, refreshments and a t-shirt.
Guests must be at least 13 years old to attend this program. (Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult). (Not recommended for expectant mothers) Note: Wetsuits are provided but guests must bring their own swimsuit. Guests will be getting in the water up to their waist for 30 minutes.