Is your family considering visiting Animal Kingdom in Disney World?
And now, with the addition of Pandora and the evening show, it is a full day park!
[updated map coming soon!]
NOTE:This park, more so than the others, gets HOT!
Animal Kingdom Tips
What Animal Kingdom Fastpass+ to Get
First,learn about Disney Fastpass+.
There are LOTS of great quick service options here!
At Animal Kingdom I recommend eating .
But if you are there, it is a fun way to jump start your day.
This gentle boat ride will take you into a bioluminscent rainforest in serach of the Navi Shaman of Songs.
This ride is visually very beautiful and suitable for the whole family.
The lines can reach 100 minutes throughout the rest of the day and it is a short ride.
So if you want to see it, go first thing!
Now its time to head to the back of the park.
You will come back here at night when the whole land comes alive with bioluminiscent lights.
It is truly something you will want to see.
Just pick whichever one you want to start with.
We are going to head to Asia .
It is a fun activity our kids loved!
This fun, free activity is like a big scavenger hunt with an UP theme!
Asia
The line will weave you through where hikers got their gear, local museums, etc.
as hikers ventured to find the Yeti.
When you finish you’re able to add your picture to your photo pass.
There is a great spot to watch family members on the ride!
The ride itself, like I said, is about getting wet!
Some folks bring ponchos and what-not, but lets just face it you are going to get WET!!
There is a storage in the middle with a lid for phones, backpacks, etc.
You MUST wear your shoes to ride!
Note: you better be 38 tall to ride.
With all the excitement, dont forget to grab lunch.
You will find this nearby, just pass Kali River Rapids.
Afternoon Shows
We like to visit shows in the afternoon as Florida heat can be overbearing!
Consider heading to the nearbyFinding Nemo The Musical.This is a dont miss show in my book!
This 30 minute show is AMAZING!
It uses puppets, bubbles, music, lights, and is an amazing show!
Dont miss it!!
Plus who doesnt want to sit in the air conditioning at this point of the day?!
Tree of Life & Its Tough to be a Bug!
At the base of the tree is the 8 minute 3D show Its Tough to be a Bug.
I LOVE this show & think it is SO well done.
Plus it ison your wayto Africa.
You will see, smell, and feel the excitement!
Spoiler alert:You will feel movement in your chair that feels like bugs!
When you exit the show you are almost in Africa.
Africa
You should be in time to see the 3pm show ofFestival of the Lion King Show.
The first and last show of the day are less crowded.
It is not to be missed!!
But, if you had early breakfast reservations, youll already be here!)
This is one of the most popular rides in the park and for good reason!
This is an AMAZING ride!
You will go on abumpyjeep (there is a reason expectant mothers shouldnt ride!
)through the safari.Every time you go is different as the animals are allowed to roam.
If you brought a stroller, watch Disney at its finest.
But double-check to take your valuables with you just in case.
If lines are short you may consider riding it twice!
If you want to see the animals up close & the most active go FIRST THING!!
Tip:This is one of the rides Ihighly recommend getting a Fastpass+for.
This ride is WONDERFUL when it is raining!
You will be mostly covered and all the animals become very active in the rain!
All their food is delicious and a great value.
Plus, with the expanded seating area, you will find a great table.
We like to sit by the fountain.
Next up, DinoLand USA.
But, youre here.
Pick whatever interests you and you have time for before you head to River of Light Show.
As with all Disney shows, double-check you arrive at least 30 minutes early to your showtime.
This is our favorite way to end our day at Animal Kingdom.
It is a continuous show just show up and start watching where it is at.
The complete show is about 15 minutes.
Animal Kingdom Attractions that have CLOSED!
You will find 4 shelters each with different characters that rotate through each one.
This is also the place to enter the Lion King Show (see above for new location).
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