Animal Kingdom is a one-of-a-kind theme park that takes you on a global safari without ever leaving the Walt Disney World Resort. From the lush African savannah to the mystical realms of Pandora, this park offers an immersive experience unlike any other. And at the heart of it all are the thrilling rides and captivating activities that bring the magic to life. Throughout this blog series, I will provide you with all of the rides and activities in this park as well as recommendations to help you make the most of your Animal Kingdom adventure. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer, there's always something new to discover in this extraordinary park. Stay tuned for upcoming posts that will cover Rides & Activities at the other Disney World parks!
Let's Start with Rides:
Kilimanjaro Safaris
Na'vi River Journey
TriceraTop Spin
Kali River Rapids (38" height requirement)
Avatar Flight of Passage (44" height requirement)
DINOSAUR (40" height requirement)
Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain (44" height requirement)
Next up, Shows:
It's Tough to be a Bug (may be scary for some young kids)
Festival of the Lion King
Feathered Friends in Flight
Animal Encounters: Winged Encounters
Disney KiteTails
Finding Nemo: The Big Blue...and Beyond!
The Tree of Life: A Beacon of Magic (light projections at night on the Tree of Life)
Be on the lookout for talented performers throughout the park like the Tam Tam Drummers of Harambe and Viva Gaia Street Band!
Also keep your eyes open along the Discovery River - you may just see a few friendly faces!
Extra Activities:
The Boneyard (DinoLand U.S.A)
Zoological Trails: Oasis Exhibits, Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail, Maharajah Jungle Trek, Discovery Island Trails and Rafiki's Planet Watch
Affection Section - Petting zoo
Wilderness Explorers - complete challenges and earn adventure badges as you go around the park
Conservation Station - see how the animal experts care for the many animals who call Animal Kingdom their home!
Visit Dino-Sue - a reproduction of an actual Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton unearthed in South Dakota
Lastly, Characters:
Chip 'n' Dale (in Dinosaur Costumes) in DinoLand U.S.A
Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto in DinoLand U.S.A
Kevin roaming Discovery Island
Mickey and Minnie at Adventurers Outpost on Discovery Island
Pocahontas on the trail behind the Tree of Life on Discovery Island
Rafiki at Character Landing on Discovery Island
Russell and Doug at the Wilderness Explorers Clubhouse
Timon at Character Landing on Discovery Island
Extra Animal Kingdom Tips:
Take some time to explore the world of Pandora, particularly at night! There are so many neat spots throughout this part of the park & experiencing the bio-luminescence is nothing like you have ever seen!
Take a ride on the Kilimanjaro Safari either in the early morning or around sunset! It will be much cooler, and you have more of a chance to see the animals out and active.
Take a break from the heat in the middle of the day to enjoy Festival of the Lion King or Finding Nemo! Both shows are incredible, and its a great time to relax and get some AC!
Get to Flight of Passage as soon as the park opens! If you wait until later in the day the line will be VERY long! This saves you so much time to enjoy other rides and entertainment in the park the rest of the day. You may be able to snag a shorter line in the evening, but there is no guarantee!
Embrace the details: Animal Kingdom is renowned for its immersive theming and attention to detail. Take the time to appreciate the intricate designs, lush landscapes, and hidden gems scattered throughout the park. It adds an extra layer of magic to your visit.
*Always check Disney World's website to make sure the rides & shows you want to experience will be open during your trip. Disney will occasionally have to close rides & other entertainment due to construction or updates, so be sure to check your that "must-do" attractions are available during your trip dates! You don't want to show up to the parks expecting something to be open, and find out its closed your whole trip!*
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