For fans eager to expand their adventures with Donkey Kong and his crew, a rare opportunity has emerged: several officially retired LEGO Super Mario: Donkey Kong building sets are once again available at Amazon. These sets marked a significant moment, as Donkey Kong was the first non-Mario Nintendo intellectual property to join LEGO`s interactive Super Mario lineup. Initially launched in 2023, these four sets bring to life iconic characters like DK, Diddy, Dixie, Cranky, and Funky Kong.
Despite being officially retired late last year and vanishing from most retailers, Amazon recently brought back all four of these coveted Donkey Kong LEGO sets. This includes the highly sought-after Donkey Kong Tree House, making Amazon a unique destination for these exclusive builds.
Retired Donkey Kong and Super Mario Playsets at Amazon
Below is a comprehensive list of the retired Donkey Kong LEGO sets. We`ve also included a few recently retired Super Mario playsets, which are currently discounted at Amazon:
- Donkey Kong`s Tree House (555 pieces) — $60
- Dixie Kong`s Jungle Jam (174 pieces) — $18.89 ($27)
- Rambi the Rhino Expansion Set (106 pieces) — $11
- Diddy Kong`s Mine Cart Ride (1,157 pieces) — $87 ($110)
- Mario: Bowser`s Muscle Car (458 pieces) — $24 ($30)
- Mario: Soda Jungle Maker Set (598 pieces) — $44 ($55)
- Mario: Goombas` Playground (173 pieces) — $11.24 ($15)
Since their unexpected return to Amazon in June, these Donkey Kong sets have sold out multiple times. However, as of August 21, all four are available at their original retail price or even lower. Additionally, Amazon is offering a special deal on the Donkey Kong`s LEGO Mario Kart set, currently the only DK playset still in production. The 387-piece Donkey Kong and DK Jumbo LEGO set is now available for $29.49 (originally $35).
Below, you`ll find all five Donkey Kong LEGO sets, along with special offers on the interactive LEGO Super Mario Starter Sets. Each Starter Set includes an electronic figure (Mario, Luigi, or Peach) that brings the Donkey Kong playsets to life. Tapping an Action Tag with one of these figures triggers authentic Donkey Kong sound effects and in-game music. These figures also feature built-in screens for eyes and chests, allowing for dynamic visual reactions.
Available Donkey Kong LEGO Sets at Amazon
- Donkey Kong`s Tree House (555 pieces) — $60 | Retired
- Dixie Kong`s Jungle Jam (174 pieces) — $18.89 ($27) | Retired
- Rambi the Rhino Expansion Set (106 pieces) — $11 | Retired
- Diddy Kong`s Mine Cart Ride (1,157 pieces) — $87 ($110) | Retired
- Mario Kart: Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo (387 pieces) — $29.49 ($35)
- LEGO Mario Interactive Starter Sets
- LEGO Mario Starter Set (218 pieces) — $42 ($50)
- LEGO Luigi Starter Set (210 pieces) — $40 ($50)
- LEGO Peach Starter Set (208 pieces) — $40 ($50)
Explore each Donkey Kong LEGO set in more detail below. For those seeking other retired Nintendo LEGO treasures, our guide also covers three recently discontinued LEGO Super Mario playsets, such as Bowser`s Muscle Car. This popular 458-piece King Koopa set was also restocked at Amazon recently for $24 (originally $30).
Donkey Kong`s Tree House Expansion Set (555 Pieces)
$60 | Retired November 2024
The Donkey Kong`s Tree House Expansion Set, with 555 pieces, allows you to construct DK`s legendary home. While not a traditional `level` with enemies like some other LEGO Super Mario sets, it features Cranky Kong, who can award coins to LEGO Mario, Luigi, or Peach. Any of the three interactive LEGO Super Mario figures can be attached to Donkey Kong`s back. This set also includes Cranky Kong, a hammock, conga drums, palm trees, a Bowser flag, and a Warp Pipe.
Among the four Donkey Kong LEGO sets launched in August 2023, the Tree House has consistently been the most elusive since its retirement. It was largely unavailable throughout 2025 and cannot be found at other retailers, underscoring its current exclusivity to Amazon.
Dixie Kong`s Jungle Jam LEGO Set (174 Pieces)
$18.89 ($27) | Retired October 2024
Dixie Kong`s Jungle Jam provides a vibrant stage for live music. Your LEGO Mario figure can join Dixie as she shreds on an electric guitar, while Squawks takes the mic. We like to imagine Squawks is mimicking a tune sung by young Pauline from Donkey Kong Bananza.
This 174-piece Dixie Kong`s Jungle Jam set is available for $18.89 at Amazon and is sold out at all other retailers.
Diddy Kong`s Mine Cart Ride Expansion Set (1,157 Pieces)
$87 ($110) | Retired November 2024
Mine cart levels have always been a highlight of the Donkey Kong Country series, known for their challenge and dynamic gameplay, making this a perfectly fitting choice for a DK LEGO set.
Diddy Kong`s Mine Cart Ride pays homage to the Mole Miner Max boss fight from Donkey Kong Country Returns. As the largest Donkey Kong-themed set with 1,157 pieces, it includes buildable figures of Diddy Kong, Funky Kong, Mole Miner, and Chomps.
In terms of play, the mine cart interacts with Mario, Luigi, or Peach figures. Your objective is to repair the track and defeat the Mole Miner at the end. In addition to the mine cart and rail system, you can build Funky Kong`s airplane, complete with the balloons he sells in the game, and a barrel.
Rambi the Rhino LEGO Set (106 Pieces)
$11 | Retired November 2024
Rambi the Rhino is a 106-piece set featuring the beloved character and several stackable rocks to smash through – as long as DK doesn`t get there first. While you can place Donkey Kong and other Kong LEGO figures on Rambi`s back, the set is primarily designed for interaction with Mario/Luigi/Peach figures.
When one of these interactive figures taps Rambi`s back, the figure`s speaker will play iconic Donkey Kong Country music, along with stomping and charging sound effects as you “ride” around.
The Rambi the Rhino set is available for $11 at Amazon and is currently sold out at all other retailers.
Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo (387 Pieces)
$29.49 ($35)
The Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo set stands apart as the only one in this selection that is not retired, being part of the LEGO Mario Kart line launched in early 2025. This 387-piece build features a barrel-inspired kart capable of flinging red and green shells at a target topped with a banana peel. Crucially, it includes a buildable Donkey Kong figure very similar to the one found in the Tree House set.
Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo is currently on sale for $29.49 at Amazon, matching its all-time low price.
Fittingly, this is the largest figure/kart combination in the current lineup of playsets – not including the Mario & Standard Kart display model for adults, which launched in May on the LEGO Store and will be released on July 1 at major retailers.
Donkey Kong Amiibo Figures
Last month, coinciding with the release of Donkey Kong Bananza, Nintendo unveiled its first new Donkey Kong Amiibo figure in years. The Donkey Kong and Pauline Amiibo is currently available for $30 on Amazon. Collectors also have the opportunity to pre-order a reprint of the King K. Rool Amiibo for $20 at Best Buy.
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In print today
- Donkey Kong and Pauline — $30
- King K. Rool — $20 | September 4
- Diddy Kong (2016) — $20
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Out of print (reseller prices)
- Donkey Kong (2014) — $26
- Donkey Kong (2016) — $24
- Diddy Kong (2014) — $25.49
- Donkey Kong (Skylanders)
Donkey Kong: King K. Rool Amiibo
$20 | Releases September 4
Preorder at Best Buy
Donkey Kong Plushies, Toys, and Collectibles
Below, we`ve compiled a list of other affordable Donkey Kong merchandise, including plush toys, action figures, select Amiibo, Hot Wheels, officially licensed apparel, and more:
- Little Buddy Donkey Kong 8` Plush — $18.80 ($25)
- Little Buddy Diddy Kong 7` Plush — $22 ($30)
- Donkey Kong Hand Puppet — $20
- Donkey Kong 6` Figure (10 points of articulation) — $13 ($18)
- Donkey Kong 4` Figure with Bananas — $32
- Hallmark Donkey Kong Ornament — $10.30
- Turtle Beach Rematch Donkey Kong Wireless Switch Controller — $60 | October 12
- PowerA Enhanced Donkey Kong Wired Switch Controller — $28
- Hot Wheels Donkey Kong Diecast Kart — $13
- Hot Wheels Donkey Kong Diecast Kart (Mario Movie) — $19
- Hot Wheels Diddy Kong Diecast Kart — $9.50 ($15)
- Hot Wheels Mario Movie Jungle Kingdom Raceway — $35
- Hot Wheels Diecast Kart 4-Pack with Diddy Kong — $24.49
- Franco Donkey Kong Throw Blanket — $21.38
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Apparel
- Donkey Kong Retro Pullover Hoodie — $37.39 ($44)
- Donkey Kong 3D Poster Pullover Hoodie — $44
- Diddy Kong 3D Poster Pullover Hoodie — $44
- King of the Jungle Kanji Pullover Hoodie — $37.39 ($44)
- Donkey Kong Arcade Game Pullover Hoodie — $30.59 ($36)