Disney’s Animal Kingdom (DAK) theme park celebrates one amazing adventure after another with wild animals, exciting attractions, lavish stage shows, and lovable characters!
Highlights include a flight on a banshee, a runaway train adventure, a journey through a bioluminescent rainforest, an authentic African safari, a whirling white-water raft ride, a thrilling race back in time to prehistoric worlds, and two Broadway-style musical stage shows based on hit Disney films.
Did you know that Animal Kingdom has about 2,000 animals? They represent over 300 species — most acquired from zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is divided up into the following “Lands”:
Flame Tree Barbecue at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is on Discovery Island. This quick service features wood-roasted chicken, pulled pork, and hickory-smoked ribs. It is one of the best quick service locations in the parks! Flame Tree Barbecue Review Flame Tree Barbecue is an outdoor eatery that has covered areas alongside the river. There is quite …
Disney Fab 50 Character Collection golden sculptures are spread across the four Walt Disney World theme parks in honor of the 50th anniversary. Find out the full list of the Disney Fab 50 statues, what parks they are in, and grab a free printable scavenger hunt so you can find them all! These golden Disney character …
If you have watched Disney/Pixar’s Up you know all about the Wilderness Explorers. You and/or your child can become Wilderness Explorers at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. I am going to share how to become one and why you should, plus answer some common questions about it. While Animal Kingdom is not my favorite park, I have …
Disney’s Tree of Life is a work of art! Animals of all kinds are carved within the tree’s trunk and along the path around the tree. Here is a free printable Tree of Life Animal Scavenger Hunt that will encourage children and adults alike to spend some time exploring this magnificent tree. The pathway around …
The icon of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the Tree of Life. It is often overlooked and other than getting a photo in front of it it is ignored. The Tree is an amazing structure filled with art and heart. Here are some fun facts about Disney’s Tree of Life including information and tips for Awakenings …
Other than Mickey Mouse the most popular characters at Walt Disney World are princesses. I have met every Disney princess there is at Disney World and have done all of their attractions too! Here is my Ultimate Guide to Meeting Princesses at Disney World. How to Meet all the Princesses at Walt Disney World To …
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is so much more than a glorified zoo. One of the best areas to explore is Dinoland! Dinoland has so much to offer from rides to characters, here is my guide to Disney’s Dinoland USA. Dinoland USA Where is Dinoland? After a short crossing from Discovery Island, the Animal Kindom’s main hub, guests …
Looking for a wild time at a Walt Disney World character dining restaurant? At Tusker House you will have a wild good time meeting beloved Safari-themed Disney Characters and eating some delicious African-inspired dishes! Tusker House is located in the Africa section of Animal Kingdom. There is a small bar area you can visit while …
This is everything you want to know about Disney’s Pandora – The World of Avatar, including the secret for how to get on Flight of Passage without a long wait time! Inspired by Academy-award-winning filmmaker James Cameron’s box-office hit, “AVATAR,” the new 12-acre land will immerse guests in the lush world of Pandora about a …
Lots of people talk about Epcot and Magic Kingdom rides. People sometimes completely forget that Animal Kingdom exists or think that it is just a glorified zoo. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a great place that shows Disney magic in unique ways. Put these top Animal Kingdom Rides & Attractions on your Disney Bucket List! In my …