Take an expedition into wild adventures, exciting treks and animal encounters. Get up close with exotic creatures and immerse yourself in tales from far-away lands.

RAFIKI’S Planet Watch

Animal Encounters

Affection Section - Enjoy this animal encounter with goats, sheep, pigs, chicken, llamas and more. Plus, special guest appearances by some of the park’s friendlier animals.

Conservation Station® -. Wild animal experiences, interactive games and fun-filled shows are all inside. See animals up close in this rare behind-the-scenes adventure that promotes wildlife conservation awareness.

Habitat Habit! - See endangered cotton-top tamarin primates on this adventure trail and learn how to help your animal friends.

Wildlife Express Train - Ride an African train that journeys through a behind the scenes savannah of several animal housing and care areas of the park and transports you to the core of the park’s conservation center.

Discovery Island®

The Tree of Life -This 50-foot wide tree is the centerpiece of Disney’s Animal Kingdom® park. The swirling tapestry of 325 animal carvings is a 14-story masterpiece sculpted by more than a dozen artisans.

It’s Tough to be a Bug!® - Enter into the Tree of Life to see the world through bug’s eyes at this hilarious 3-D peek at the world of amazing insects in a one-of-a-kind stage show. Laugh at the fun and startling effects like overhead giant spiders and bugs crawling under your seats. Fast Pass attraction

Discovery Island™ Trails - Encounters with Galapagos tortoises, lemurs, cotton-top tamarin monkeys and other creatures.

ASIA

Maharajah Jungle Trek® - Adventure into the wilds of the Anandapur Royal Forest of Southeast Asia for close encounters with Komodo dragons and tapirs. Make eye contact with tiger and explore among the ruins of an ancient palace inhabited by exotic animals.

Kali River Rapids® - Plunge into the turbulent waters of the Chakranadi River on a 12-passenger raft through an Asian rain forest. Rush toward a fiery inferno rushes and escape down a rushing waterfall! With gushing geysers and slippery drops you will get wet. Height Requirement: 38″ (95 cm) or taller, Fast Pass attraction

Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain™ - Climb high altitudes up the towering, treacherous Forbidden Mountain in this high-speed train adventure as hairpin turns hurl you forward toward the peak. Just when you think the thrill is over – watch out as you go backward and beware the ferocious beast who watches over his mountain… the Yeti! Height Requirement: 44″ (113 cm) or taller, Fast Pass attraction

Flights of Wonder - Join a trainee bird handler and tour guide who teach each other about the delicate state of nature. See birds up close such as vultures, hawks, colorful macaws, crowned crane and the American Bald Eagle.

AFRICA

Pangani Forest Exploration Trail® - Search the forest of gorillas, enjoy a nature walk through an African valley with an exotic bird aviary, an underwater hippo viewing area, a savannah overlook, and have a spectacular encounter with a magnificent troop of gorillas.

Kilimanjaro Safaris® - Climb aboard an open-sided safari vehicle for an exciting, authentic expedition of Africa’s animals freely roaming through acres of savannah, rivers and hills. Keep an eye out for giraffes, hippos, elephants, rhinos, lions and help protect the animals from poachers! Fast Pass attraction

OASIS

The Oasis Exhibits - Tropical oasis of Eden-like flora and fauna with waterfalls and streams in an idyllic setting that sets the stage for your day.

DinoLand U.S.A.®

DINOSAUR – Travel back to primeval times to complete a dangerous dinosaur mission. The Time Rover takes you on a wild ride of an expedition where you have mere minutes to rescue a stray dinosaur and travel back to present time. Beware the clutches of one of the largest meat-eating predators. It’s fast blast in the past! Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm) or taller, Fast Pass attraction

Dino-Sue - Dino-Sue is a reproduction of the largest, most complete T-Rex ever found. She is the length of a four-story building, and available to pose for pictures with you at the Dino institute.

Fossil Fun Games - Dinosaur-themed games offer a good time for everyone.

The Boneyard® - Slip, slide and slither through a maze filled with fossils. “Exploration. Excavation. Exultation.” is the motto of the Dino Institute. Aspiring paleontologists can play in a world of dinosaur discoveries like a Triceratops, T-Rex and Wooly Mammoth.

TriceraTop Spin - Spin aboard this whirling, twirling, flying four-person dino vehicle.

Primeval Whirl® - Take a whirl in a spinning time machine that takes you on the sudden dips, hairpin turns and tight curves of this rollicking coaster. Each car spins independently so you never know which way you’ll be turning! Height Requirement: 48″ (122 cm) or taller, Fast Pass attraction

Cretaceous Trail - Lush, shady, walking tour amongst plant and animal survivors that have outlived the dinosaurs. Discover fossil dig sites, encounter a Pachycephalosaur, and living animal species that have survived since prehistoric times.

Finding Nemo - The Musical - Opening late November - Enjoy singing and dancing in an enchanted undersea world in the newly enclosed Theater in the Wild now home to the beloved characters of “Finding Nemo.” This amazing 30 minute stage show with live actors, larger-than-life puppets and original music and lyrics will be the first time Disney has created a musical from a non-musical feature film.

CAMP MINNIE-MICKEY

Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends - The Native American princess Pocahontas seeks the advice of Grandmother Willow when her forest is threatened. Pocahontas’ quest leads her to commune with her animal friends live on stage in this intimate musical show.

Festival of the Lion King - Join familiar characters Simba, Timon and Pumbaa in a high energy staged in-the-round tribal celebration featuring songs from the film, dance and specialty performances.

Camp Minnie-Mickey Greeting Trails - Make your visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom® complete by visiting Camp Minnie-Mickey to meet and pose for pictures with your favorite Disney characters, including none other than Mickey and Minnie.

PARKWIDE

Mickey’s Jammin’ Jungle Parade - This high energy afternoon parade is an imaginative musical street party that jams through Africa, Discovery Island® and Asia in a celebration with the wild spirit of the Animal Kingdom. Featuring favorite characters, Rafiki, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald and Goofy and over sixty Cast Members!

Kids Discovery Clubs - Six interactive learning stations located throughout the Park. Build a dinosaur from a pile of bones, go on scavenger hunts, be a wildlife detective or see the world from a bug’s point of view.

ANIMAL KINGDOM DINING GUIDE

Table Service (Priority Seating is recommended):
Rainforest Café® — Animal Kingdom
Family restaurant with waterfalls, volcanoes, animated jungle animals, thunder, lightning and outstanding food.
Quick Service:
Flame Tree Barbeque
Dine with the sights and sounds of a tropical jungle on smoked barbeque ribs and chicken and pork sandwiches in one of the colorful and exotic outdoor dining pavilions overlooking Discovery River.

Kusafiri Coffee Shop
Make your way through the edge of downtown Harambe for shade-grown gourmet coffees and assorted muffins, cookies, pastries and cakes.

Pizzafari
Before going off on safari, stop by this counter-service restaurant featuring individual pizzas fresh from the oven, salads and sandwiches.

Restaurantosaurus – Dine by the dinosaurs, featuring hamburgers and French fries.

Tusker House Restaurant & Bakery
After a trek through the busy African bazaar of Harambe stop into this refreshing oasis for a meal.

Guest Relations Located inside Main Entrance:

• Park hours, entertainment schedules and guide maps for all WDW theme parks and attractions
• Lost and found
• Lost Children
• Information for guests with disabilities
• Disney dollars
• Guided tour information
• Character greeting information
• All Dining reservations and information
• Meet & Greet the Characters

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Take an expedition into wild adventures, exciting treks and animal encounters. Get up close with exotic creatures and immerse yourself in tales from far-away lands.

RAFIKI’S Planet Watch

Animal Encounters

Affection Section - Enjoy this animal encounter with goats, sheep, pigs, chicken, llamas and more. Plus, special guest appearances by some of the park’s friendlier animals.

Conservation Station® -. Wild animal experiences, interactive games and fun-filled shows are all inside. See animals up close in this rare behind-the-scenes adventure that promotes wildlife conservation awareness.

Habitat Habit! - See endangered cotton-top tamarin primates on this adventure trail and learn how to help your animal friends.

Wildlife Express Train - Ride an African train that journeys through a behind the scenes savannah of several animal housing and care areas of the park and transports you to the core of the park’s conservation center.

Discovery Island®

The Tree of Life -This 50-foot wide tree is the centerpiece of Disney’s Animal Kingdom® park. The swirling tapestry of 325 animal carvings is a 14-story masterpiece sculpted by more than a dozen artisans.

It’s Tough to be a Bug!® - Enter into the Tree of Life to see the world through bug’s eyes at this hilarious 3-D peek at the world of amazing insects in a one-of-a-kind stage show. Laugh at the fun and startling effects like overhead giant spiders and bugs crawling under your seats. Fast Pass attraction

Discovery Island™ Trails - Encounters with Galapagos tortoises, lemurs, cotton-top tamarin monkeys and other creatures.

ASIA

Maharajah Jungle Trek® - Adventure into the wilds of the Anandapur Royal Forest of Southeast Asia for close encounters with Komodo dragons and tapirs. Make eye contact with tiger and explore among the ruins of an ancient palace inhabited by exotic animals.

Kali River Rapids® - Plunge into the turbulent waters of the Chakranadi River on a 12-passenger raft through an Asian rain forest. Rush toward a fiery inferno rushes and escape down a rushing waterfall! With gushing geysers and slippery drops you will get wet. Height Requirement: 38″ (95 cm) or taller, Fast Pass attraction

Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain™ - Climb high altitudes up the towering, treacherous Forbidden Mountain in this high-speed train adventure as hairpin turns hurl you forward toward the peak. Just when you think the thrill is over – watch out as you go backward and beware the ferocious beast who watches over his mountain… the Yeti! Height Requirement: 44″ (113 cm) or taller, Fast Pass attraction

Flights of Wonder - Join a trainee bird handler and tour guide who teach each other about the delicate state of nature. See birds up close such as vultures, hawks, colorful macaws, crowned crane and the American Bald Eagle.

AFRICA

Pangani Forest Exploration Trail® - Search the forest of gorillas, enjoy a nature walk through an African valley with an exotic bird aviary, an underwater hippo viewing area, a savannah overlook, and have a spectacular encounter with a magnificent troop of gorillas.

Kilimanjaro Safaris® - Climb aboard an open-sided safari vehicle for an exciting, authentic expedition of Africa’s animals freely roaming through acres of savannah, rivers and hills. Keep an eye out for giraffes, hippos, elephants, rhinos, lions and help protect the animals from poachers! Fast Pass attraction

OASIS

The Oasis Exhibits - Tropical oasis of Eden-like flora and fauna with waterfalls and streams in an idyllic setting that sets the stage for your day.

DinoLand U.S.A.®

DINOSAUR – Travel back to primeval times to complete a dangerous dinosaur mission. The Time Rover takes you on a wild ride of an expedition where you have mere minutes to rescue a stray dinosaur and travel back to present time. Beware the clutches of one of the largest meat-eating predators. It’s fast blast in the past! Height Requirement: 40″ (102 cm) or taller, Fast Pass attraction

Dino-Sue - Dino-Sue is a reproduction of the largest, most complete T-Rex ever found. She is the length of a four-story building, and available to pose for pictures with you at the Dino institute.

Fossil Fun Games - Dinosaur-themed games offer a good time for everyone.

The Boneyard® - Slip, slide and slither through a maze filled with fossils. “Exploration. Excavation. Exultation.” is the motto of the Dino Institute. Aspiring paleontologists can play in a world of dinosaur discoveries like a Triceratops, T-Rex and Wooly Mammoth.

TriceraTop Spin - Spin aboard this whirling, twirling, flying four-person dino vehicle.

Primeval Whirl® - Take a whirl in a spinning time machine that takes you on the sudden dips, hairpin turns and tight curves of this rollicking coaster. Each car spins independently so you never know which way you’ll be turning! Height Requirement: 48″ (122 cm) or taller, Fast Pass attraction

Cretaceous Trail - Lush, shady, walking tour amongst plant and animal survivors that have outlived the dinosaurs. Discover fossil dig sites, encounter a Pachycephalosaur, and living animal species that have survived since prehistoric times.

Finding Nemo - The Musical - Opening late November - Enjoy singing and dancing in an enchanted undersea world in the newly enclosed Theater in the Wild now home to the beloved characters of “Finding Nemo.” This amazing 30 minute stage show with live actors, larger-than-life puppets and original music and lyrics will be the first time Disney has created a musical from a non-musical feature film.

CAMP MINNIE-MICKEY

Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends - The Native American princess Pocahontas seeks the advice of Grandmother Willow when her forest is threatened. Pocahontas’ quest leads her to commune with her animal friends live on stage in this intimate musical show.

Festival of the Lion King - Join familiar characters Simba, Timon and Pumbaa in a high energy staged in-the-round tribal celebration featuring songs from the film, dance and specialty performances.

Camp Minnie-Mickey Greeting Trails - Make your visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom® complete by visiting Camp Minnie-Mickey to meet and pose for pictures with your favorite Disney characters, including none other than Mickey and Minnie.

PARKWIDE

Mickey’s Jammin’ Jungle Parade - This high energy afternoon parade is an imaginative musical street party that jams through Africa, Discovery Island® and Asia in a celebration with the wild spirit of the Animal Kingdom. Featuring favorite characters, Rafiki, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald and Goofy and over sixty Cast Members!

Kids Discovery Clubs - Six interactive learning stations located throughout the Park. Build a dinosaur from a pile of bones, go on scavenger hunts, be a wildlife detective or see the world from a bug’s point of view.

ANIMAL KINGDOM DINING GUIDE

Table Service (Priority Seating is recommended):
Rainforest Café® — Animal Kingdom
Family restaurant with waterfalls, volcanoes, animated jungle animals, thunder, lightning and outstanding food.
Quick Service:
Flame Tree Barbeque
Dine with the sights and sounds of a tropical jungle on smoked barbeque ribs and chicken and pork sandwiches in one of the colorful and exotic outdoor dining pavilions overlooking Discovery River.

Kusafiri Coffee Shop
Make your way through the edge of downtown Harambe for shade-grown gourmet coffees and assorted muffins, cookies, pastries and cakes.

Pizzafari
Before going off on safari, stop by this counter-service restaurant featuring individual pizzas fresh from the oven, salads and sandwiches.

Restaurantosaurus – Dine by the dinosaurs, featuring hamburgers and French fries.

Tusker House Restaurant & Bakery
After a trek through the busy African bazaar of Harambe stop into this refreshing oasis for a meal.

Guest Relations Located inside Main Entrance:

• Park hours, entertainment schedules and guide maps for all WDW theme parks and attractions
• Lost and found
• Lost Children
• Information for guests with disabilities
• Disney dollars
• Guided tour information
• Character greeting information
• All Dining reservations and information
• Meet & Greet the Characters

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