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River Expedition

River Expedition

5976-1·Adventurers·1999·7 minifigs·146 parts

Used Avg
$189.03
New Avg
$742.18
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About River Expedition

River Expedition (5976-1) is a LEGO Adventurers set released in 1999, currently averaging $189.03 used on BrickLink. It comes with 7 minifigures worth a combined $90.71. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 146 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures account for about 48% of the set's value ($90.71 out of $189.03). The remaining value is in the parts and the set as a complete package. Selling complete will likely net more than parting out unless you have specific demand for the individual figures.

Seller notes

  • Sealed copies sell for $742.18 vs $189.03 used — a 293% premium. If you have this set new in sealed box (NISB), price it accordingly.
  • Achu ($46.95) is the most valuable minifig in this set. If you're buying this set secondhand, check that this figure is included — it's often the first one pulled by sellers who part out.
  • This is a vintage set (1999). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.
  • 7 minifigures at $90.71 combined value. That's a solid minifig haul — consider listing the figures individually on BrickLink where per-figure prices tend to be highest.

Minifigures in River Expedition (7)

Achu
Achu
adv001$46.95
Dr. Kilroy / Dr. Charles Lightning - White Shirt and Suspenders, Green Legs, White Pith Helmet
Dr. Kilroy / Dr. Charles Lightning - White Shirt and Suspenders, Green Legs, White Pith Helmet
adv006$2.76
Gabarro
Gabarro
adv008$18.65
Johnny Thunder (Desert)
Johnny Thunder (Desert)
adv010$2.47
Señor Palomar / Señor Gomez {Senor}
Señor Palomar / Señor Gomez {Senor}
adv023$7.93
Rudo Villano / Max Villano - Brown Backpack
Rudo Villano / Max Villano - Brown Backpack
adv042$9.07
Skeleton - Standard Skull, Floppy Arms
Skeleton - Standard Skull, Floppy Arms
gen001$2.88

Parts (146)

Minifigure, Utensil Goblet
Minifigure, Utensil Goblet
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
×2
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
×2
Brick 2 x 6
Brick 2 x 6
Brick 2 x 6
Brick 2 x 6
×2
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
×2
Container, Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
Container, Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Cutlass / Saber with Small Hilt
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Cutlass / Saber with Small Hilt
Boat, Mast Section Top 16 H with 4 Stud Holes at Bottom, with Bottom Nubs
Boat, Mast Section Top 16 H with 4 Stud Holes at Bottom, with Bottom Nubs
Bird, Parrot with Small Beak with Green and Yellow Feathers, White Face and Yellow Beak Pattern
Bird, Parrot with Small Beak with Green and Yellow Feathers, White Face and Yellow Beak Pattern
Monkey with Yellow Hands and Feet
Monkey with Yellow Hands and Feet
Wedge, Plate 9 x 10 (Boat Bow Plate)
Wedge, Plate 9 x 10 (Boat Bow Plate)
Boat, Bow Brick 8 x 10 x 1
Boat, Bow Brick 8 x 10 x 1
×2
Boat, Bow Top 8 x 10 x 1
Boat, Bow Top 8 x 10 x 1
Technic, Steering Wheel Small, 3 Studs Diameter
Technic, Steering Wheel Small, 3 Studs Diameter
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 with Pins and Axle Hole
Brick, Modified 2 x 2 with Pins and Axle Hole
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
×2
Brick 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 3
×3
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×3
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×2
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×2
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Spindled with 2 Studs
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Spindled with 2 Studs
×2
Brick 1 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
×3
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×4
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
Chain 21 Links (16-17L)
Chain 21 Links (16-17L)
×2
Snake
Snake
Snake
Snake
Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Pistol Revolver - Large Barrel and Solid Handle
Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Pistol Revolver - Large Barrel and Solid Handle
×3
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Log Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Log Profile
×8
Brick, Modified 1 x 4 with Log Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 4 with Log Profile
×5
Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Rifle
Minifigure, Weapon Gun, Rifle
×2
Brick 2 x 2 x 3
Brick 2 x 2 x 3
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Movie Style
Minifigure, Utensil Camera Movie Style
Brick, Round 2 x 2 x 1 2/3 Dome Top
Brick, Round 2 x 2 x 1 2/3 Dome Top
Minifigure, Utensil Magnifying Glass Thin Frame and Hollow Handle with Trans-Clear Lens
Minifigure, Utensil Magnifying Glass Thin Frame and Hollow Handle with Trans-Clear Lens
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Minifigure, Utensil Sextant / Quadrant
Minifigure, Utensil Sextant / Quadrant
Minifigure, Utensil Binoculars Town
Minifigure, Utensil Binoculars Town
Scorpion
Scorpion
Plant Brick, Round 1 x 1 with 3 Bamboo Leaves
Plant Brick, Round 1 x 1 with 3 Bamboo Leaves
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×4
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side
×7
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Split U Clip Thick (Vertical Grip)
×2
Spider with Round Abdomen and Clip
Spider with Round Abdomen and Clip
×2
Plant Leaves 6 x 5 Swordleaf with Split U Clip Thick
Plant Leaves 6 x 5 Swordleaf with Split U Clip Thick
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Spider Web Flat with Hollow Stud, Bar Ends, and Clips
Spider Web Flat with Hollow Stud, Bar Ends, and Clips
Plate 4 x 10
Plate 4 x 10
×2
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 6 x 10
Plate 6 x 10
×3
Plant, Tree Palm Base 4 x 4 with Trunk
Plant, Tree Palm Base 4 x 4 with Trunk
Plant, Tree Palm Leaf 4
Plant, Tree Palm Leaf 4
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
Slope 45 2 x 4
Slope 45 2 x 4
×2
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×4
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×7
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×6
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×8
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×2
Slope 45 2 x 2 Double Convex Corner
Slope 45 2 x 2 Double Convex Corner
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1 Triple with Inside Bar
Slope 45 2 x 1 Triple with Inside Bar
×2
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×4
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×2
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×2
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
×2
Tile 2 x 2 with Map with Blue Water, Green Grass, Tan Land, Red Letter X Treasure Marker, Compass Rose Pattern
Tile 2 x 2 with Map with Blue Water, Green Grass, Tan Land, Red Letter X Treasure Marker, Compass Rose Pattern
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×2
Tile 1 x 2 with Dynamite Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Dynamite Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Car Gauges Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Car Gauges Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Minifigure and Jungle Ruins Pattern
Tile 1 x 2 with Minifigure and Jungle Ruins Pattern
Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Axle Holder
Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Axle Holder
×12
Slope 33 3 x 2
Slope 33 3 x 2
Baseplate 16 x 24
Baseplate 16 x 24
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×2
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×2
Minifigure, Head with Black Standard Skull Pattern
Minifigure, Head with Black Standard Skull Pattern
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×2
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
×3
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
Technic, Brick 1 x 2 with Hole
×2
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×3
Technic, Axle  1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Technic, Axle 1L with Pin without Friction Ridges with Round Hole
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper)
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Pickaxe
Minifigure, Utensil Pickaxe
Minifigure, Weapon Axe, Halberd
Minifigure, Weapon Axe, Halberd
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Cup
Minifigure, Utensil Cup
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Spanner Wrench / Screwdriver
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Spanner Wrench / Screwdriver
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×3
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×6
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×4
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×9
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Tile 1 x 8
Tile 1 x 8
×2
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
×2
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
×2
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
Slope 75 2 x 1 x 3 - Open Stud
×4
Flag 4 x 1 Wave Left
Flag 4 x 1 Wave Left
Minifigure, Weapon Pike / Spear - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Weapon Pike / Spear - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Mallet / Hammer
Minifigure, Utensil Tool Mallet / Hammer
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 4 Offset
Plate, Modified 1 x 4 Offset
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
Antenna Small Base with Black Lever (4592 / 4593)
×3
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Tap 1 x 1 with Hole in Nozzle End
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Arm Up (Undetermined Type)
Minifigure, Plume Feathers with Clip
Minifigure, Plume Feathers with Clip
Minifigure, Plume Feathers with Clip
Minifigure, Plume Feathers with Clip
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
×2
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with U Clip (Horizontal Grip)
Plant Prickly Bush 2 x 2 x 4
Plant Prickly Bush 2 x 2 x 4
Boat, Mast Section Base 4 x 4 x 1 2/3
Boat, Mast Section Base 4 x 4 x 1 2/3
Rock Panel 3 x 8 x 7 Triangular (LURP)
Rock Panel 3 x 8 x 7 Triangular (LURP)
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
Brick 1 x 10
×2
Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)
Wave Rounded Straight with Bar End and Small Pins (Castle Dragon Flame / Seaweed / Water)
×3
Brick 4 x 10
Brick 4 x 10
Arm Skeleton
Arm Skeleton
String with End Studs (20L Overall) with (Same Color) Studs Pattern
String with End Studs (20L Overall) with (Same Color) Studs Pattern
Minifigure, Utensil Sun Disk
Minifigure, Utensil Sun Disk
String with End Studs and Climbing Grips (21L Overall) with (Same Color) Studs and Grips Pattern
String with End Studs and Climbing Grips (21L Overall) with (Same Color) Studs and Grips Pattern

Common questions about River Expedition

How much is LEGO River Expedition (5976-1) worth?

River Expedition sells for an average of $189.03 used and $742.18 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 5976-1?

This set includes 7 minifigures: Achu ($46.95), Dr. Kilroy / Dr. Charles Lightning - White Shirt and Suspenders, Green Legs, White Pith Helmet ($2.76), Gabarro ($18.65), Johnny Thunder (Desert) ($2.47), plus 3 more. The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $90.71. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO River Expedition?

The minifigures make up about 48% of the set value ($90.71 out of $189.03). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO River Expedition (5976-1) retired?

Yes, River Expedition was released in 1999 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my River Expedition set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 7 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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