It’s one of those moments where you almost can’t believe your eyes—even though it’s all caught on video.
A recent TikTok has caught fire online for showing a man jumping off a boat during Living with the Land at EPCOT. Why? He apparently dropped his phone into the water and thought the best solution was to leap in after it while the ride was still operating.
That single move could end up costing him big time.
In the now-viral clip, you can see the guest dripping wet as he climbs back into the boat while other guests stare on in disbelief. What started as a simple boat ride turned into a chaotic—and dangerous—scene that may have violated multiple Disney park rules.
@sunshinesoulco_florida
Imagine dropping your phone in the water on Living with the Land, falling in the water while retrieving it and running back into yoir boat while the ride is still going on…. Yep, that just happened….
The man’s bold decision didn’t just put himself in harm’s way. EPCOT’s greenhouse ride contains ride mechanisms under the water that aren’t meant to be disturbed. Not to mention, the water flows through areas where plants are grown using delicate processes that require strict cleanliness. Disney cast members in this area are required to wear special footwear to avoid introducing bacteria. The guest jumping in with sneakers? That’s a big problem.
Former cast members chimed in quickly online, saying they would’ve been able to retrieve the phone with special tools if only the guest had waited. Instead, he caused a scene, disrupted a ride, and may have permanently damaged his chance of returning to any Disney park in the future.
While Disney hasn’t publicly commented, most fans agree: this kind of behavior almost always results in a ban. Whether it’s for a year or a lifetime, jumping into restricted areas is a line that should never be crossed.
So next time you drop your phone—take a breath. Trust the Cast Members. And don’t jump off a moving ride at Disney.
