If you’ve ever been to The Land building at EPCOT Park, chances are you’ve ridden Living with the Land. You know the one. This little boat ride brings you through the ecosystems we have here on the planet, and talks about agriculture. But did you know that you can get even more up and close and personal with the plants that make up the planet? In this greenhouse, you can also snag a spot at the Behind the Seeds Tour. Featuring a guided tour by a cast member, this tour lets you in on little secrets about how Disney gets all that food on the table in their restaurants and festival booths. So, if you’re looking for an Enchanting Extra to make your Disney trip extra special, this one is great for the whole family. Here’s everything to know about this fun tour behind the scenes at EPCOT.
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Living with the Land at EPCOT
The Land Pavilion is located in the World Nature Neighborhood of EPCOT park. It is home to the restaurant Sunshine Seasons and one of our favorites, Garden Grill. This building also houses the Awesome Planet show and two rides. Soarin’, one of the most popular rides at EPCOT lives here. And so does Living With The Land. Living With The Land is a favorite to many guests and could be considered edutainment, since the ride offers both fun and some learning opportunities. These learning opportunities are presented in a living laboratory, and that’s where the Behind The Seeds Tour comes in! The living laboratory is where the tour takes place. Which is pretty cool, because you can see the ride operating while you’re behind the scenes!
Behind the Seeds Tour Details
This special Disney World Tour, Behind The Seeds, takes you behind the scenes of the Living With The Land ride. You’ll start by being given a headset so that during the tour, you can hear what the guide is saying to the group during periods of loud noise. During this tour, you get a close up look at the four labs that make up The Land. A knowledgeable tour guide will lead you through the facility, explaining their techniques and methods used there. Basically, you’ll get insider access to the living lab. And learn all about their mission! We were fascinated to learn that The Land strives to 95% waste free, and they actually surpass that, being 99.3% waste free! Your tour guide will also teach you about pest control, what they do with everything they grow there, and how they are researching and constantly. You may even have a chance to feed the fish! This tour goes by pretty quickly, but we found it interesting, educational and fun all at the same.
What do you Learn on the Behind the Seeds Tour?
During this Disney World Tour you learn not only about Disney’s vast food production setup, but also that most of the fresh foods at Disney festivals and in the restaurants, come from this greenhouse! Everything from hydroponic greens, to hanging tomatoes, to mickey shaped pumpkins are all part of the tour. And as part of the Aquaculture efforts, you also learn about the fish, shrimp and other sea life here that are part of Disney’s effort to “grow” their own food.
How Long is the Behind the Seeds Tour at EPCOT?
The Behind the Seeds Tour is a one-hour special tour. Plan to check in at lest 15 minutes ahead of time.
Is the Behind The Seeds Tour good for kids?
Yes! We think curious minds will love this tour. And if you’re a homeschool family, this is a great lesson for the day. And even brings up topics that can later be explored and expanded upon at home.
- Guests must be at least 3 years of age to participate in this tour.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Booking the Behind The Seeds Tour
As stated earlier in the post, you can book Behind The Seeds fully online! You can even apply any discounts you may have online. You can also call (407)939-5277 to book if you’d prefer but online is really much easier. Walk up times are sometimes also available, which makes it easy to fit into a busy schedule. You can always ride The Land, and check the Behind The Seeds counter afterwards to see if they have any openings available for that day. The counter is located right next to the ride exit.
Do I need a Reservation for the Behind the Seeds Tour?
Like all of the enchanting extras collection, this tour can be booked at midnight, 60 days before the start of your trip. You can also head to the check in desk, to see if any spots are open during your trip, if you don’t book ahead of time.
Is there a Cancellation Policy for the Behind the Seeds Tour?
Yes, you can cancel. There is a 24-hour cancellation policy. Full price will be charged/forfeited if the Guest cancels within one day or fails to show up for the reservation.
Behind the Seeds Tour Cost
One of the more affordable tours at Walt Disney World, $39- $45 per person, depending on when you visit. And sometimes discounts are available, so it’s always good to check! We were able to save 10% with our Walt Disney World Annual Pass. It’s super easy to book and can be done entirely online.
Is Behind the Seeds worth it?
If you love conservation, plants, or Living with the Land, then yes! It’s one of the more affordable tours, making it well worth it. This tour actually tends to be quite popular for how affordable it is. At $35 per person, this is one of the most affordable tours you’ll be able to find at Walt Disney World.
EPCOT Behind the Seeds Tour Review
Overall we loved the Behind The Seeds Tour. Our guide was fantastic! It was educational without being boring and the hour for the tour flew by pretty quickly. If you’re looking for something a little extra to add to your Walt Disney World trip, and love The Land ride at EPCOT, we highly recommend giving this one a try. Have you taken this tour before? Let us know what you thought of it, we’d love to hear!
Melanie Renee is a photographer, writer, designer and mom. Visiting Disney destinations since 2010, she is also an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. When she’s not creating her next coffee recipe, or designing apparel at Polka Dot Pixie Shop, she’s seeking beautiful sunsets and planning her next trip
