Hi there Shannon! Welcome to planDisney, and thank you so much for stopping by with your question. I’m thrilled to help you as you plan your magical adventure to
Walt Disney World Resort! It sounds like you have a wonderful family trip ahead, and I completely understand wanting to make sure everyone can travel comfortably together, especially when little ones and car seats are involved. Let’s talk about how the Minnie Van Service can accommodate your family so you can travel around The Most Magical Place on Earth with ease and a touch of Disney style.
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Minnie Van Service at Walt Disney World, which operates through Lyft, can accommodate up to six guests in its standard vehicles. Each Minnie Van comes with up to two complimentary car seats already available, which is great for families with little ones. There is also an Accessible Minnie Van option that includes space for two mobility devices such as wheelchairs or ECVs and up to five regular seats, along with one complimentary car seat. Both versions operate only within Walt Disney World property.
In your case, your group includes five children, one of whom needs a car seat, plus two adults, making a total of seven people. The standard Minnie Van, with its six-passenger limit, would not be large enough for your entire family. The Accessible Minnie Van could work if you or another member of your group uses a wheelchair or mobility device, as it offers space for two such devices in addition to the five passenger seats. However, if no one in your group uses mobility devices, you would still be limited to five passenger seats and would not have enough room for everyone.
If you’re a wheelchair user, the Accessible Minnie Van might be the best fit for your family. It would allow you to ride in your chair and still have seating for the rest of your group, depending on how many additional mobility spots are needed. If no one is using a mobility device, though, you would likely need to book two vehicles, either two Minnie Vans or one Minnie Van and another ride option, such as a rideshare XL to fit everyone comfortably and safely.
When booking, you’ll use the Lyft app while on Disney property and select either “Minnie Van” or “Accessible Minnie Van.” You can include your group details, seven people total, one child needing a car seat, and a wheelchair user if applicable, to ensure the right vehicle type is sent. Minnie Vans typically include at least one or two car seats, and the drivers are Disney Cast Members trained to install them properly.
In short, a standard Minnie Van cannot accommodate your full party of seven, but the Accessible Minnie Van might work depending on your mobility needs. Otherwise, two vehicles would be required to transport your family safely and comfortably.
Shannon, it sounds like your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation will be filled with unforgettable memories and plenty of magical moments for your entire family. Whether you choose to use the Accessible Minnie Van or split your group into two vehicles, you’ll be traveling in true Disney style and comfort. I hope your time at the parks is full of laughter, smooth rides, and those extra special moments that make every Disney trip so memorable. Thank you for stopping by planDisney with your question, and I wish you a journey filled with joy, pixie dust, and magical adventures from start to finish!
Kay