First Look at Model for Pueblo Esperanza, New Tropical Americas Themed Land for Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Following the Disney Experiences Showcase on Saturday night, a model of Pueblo Esperanza is now on display at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The new Tropical Americas land will replace DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Pueblo Esperanza Model

A display featuring a detailed model of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is situated in front of a large screen showing an aerial view of the theme park, reminiscent of the vibrant spirit found in Pueblo Esperanza.

The model reflects the previously released Tropical Americas land concept art. Disney announced during the showcase that the Tropical Americas land would be called Pueblo Esperanza, which means “Village of Hope.”

A scale model of Pueblo Esperanza theme park is displayed on a pedestal with informational text. Someone is taking a photo of the model with a smartphone.

Construction will begin this fall and happen in phases until the official opening in 2027, giving fans plenty of time to experience DINOSAUR, which will become a new Indiana Jones ride. The land will also have the first-ever “Encanto” ride and a carousel featuring Disney animals.

A detailed diorama of an ancient temple surrounded by dense forest known to the locals as Pueblo Esperanza. The temple has a red pyramid structure with stairs leading up to it, and small figures can be seen on the pathways leading to this sacred site.

The Indiana Jones ride will be set in a Mayan temple, which is included at the edge of the model. It seems this will replace the current façade of DINOSAUR but still be set away from the land slightly, as though hidden in the jungle.

A detailed model showcases a theme park with lush greenery, various buildings, pathways, and a distinct pagoda structure among other attractions, reminiscent of the vibrant atmosphere found in Pueblo Esperanza.

Other buildings on the model may be pre-existing buildings that will be rethemed, like Restaurantosaurus.

A detailed diorama features a miniature park with trees, a clock tower, buildings, and figurines. An archway serves as an entrance to what appears to be the idyllic village of Pueblo Esperanza, and the scene is surrounded by dense foliage.

The main entrance of the land is an archway.

A detailed scale model of an amusement park, inspired by Pueblo Esperanza, features various rides, buildings, and extensive landscaping with trees and greenery. A path meanders through the model, connecting different vibrant areas.

At the center of the land is a fountain, which Disney stated the land’s villagers gather at to tell stories.

A miniature model of Pueblo Esperanza features an amusement park with various buildings, trees, and a central circular structure. The scene includes pathways and a small number of model people, capturing the charm of this vibrant locale.
A detailed scale model of a residential area, Pueblo Esperanza, surrounded by dense foliage, featuring houses, pathways, and various small structures amidst a wooded landscape.

There are fake mountains on the show building behind Casita. The “Encanto” house will be the façade of its attraction.

Aerial view of Pueblo Esperanza, a rustic building complex surrounded by dense, green trees, with dirt pathways visible in the vicinity.
An aerial view of Pueblo Esperanza theme park with trees, paths, and buildings, including a central circular structure and various attractions dispersed among the greenery.
A detailed model of a colorful, multi-story house with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by plants and adorned with small trees and flowers, reminiscent of Pueblo Esperanza. The model is displayed on a pedestal in a dimly lit area.

A larger Casita model was also on display.

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