Explore the magic of nature at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, where rare animals, authentic adventures and vibrant entertainment bring the natural world thrillingly to life - awakening curiosity, connection and the joy of discovery, alive with magic.
These are just a few of the unforgettable experiences waiting to be discovered.
A mountain railway with a Yeti problem. Climb into the Himalayas aboard a runaway train, only for a broken track to send you racing backwards through the dark. Fast drops, sharp turns and a close encounter with the legendary beast make this a brilliantly unpredictable Animal Kingdom favourite.
Zootopia’s biggest celebration has landed beneath the Tree of Life. Join Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde and friends for Zoogether Day, a lively 4D show hopping between the city’s colourful biomes before a big musical finale. Keep an eye on the whole theatre, the fun doesn’t always stay on screen.
Pandora looks even better from the back of a banshee. Link up, take flight and sweep over floating mountains, crashing waves and otherworldly landscapes on this exhilarating 3D ride. The moment you feel your banshee breathe beneath you is when the illusion really takes hold.
The animals are the real headliners here. Set out across the savanna on Kilimanjaro Safaris, explore the Gorilla Falls and Maharajah Jungle Trek trails, and look skyward as colourful macaws sweep past the Tree of Life. Our tip: slow down. The best encounters are often the ones you nearly walk past.
The Circle of Life, turned all the way up. Join Simba, Timon and friends for a lively celebration packed with familiar songs, colourful puppetry, soaring aerialists and acrobatics. Our tip: look up as often as you look ahead, some of the show’s best moments happen above the stage.
The Wildlife Express Train has a very Bluey stop. Head to Conservation Station to dance and play Keepy Uppy and Magic Asparagus with Bluey and Bingo, then peek behind the scenes at Disney’s animal care. Worth the train ride, especially with younger Bluey fans in tow.
As with all Disney Parks, there’s plenty of food and drink on offer, from character dining with Donald Duck at Tusker House Restaurant to the wonderful Anandapur ice cream truck in Asia.
Be sure to enjoy a meal at Satu’li Canteen, found at Pandora – The World of AVATAR to enjoy healthful dishes all while indulging in the culture of the Na’vi.
Another one of our favourites is the Flame Tree Barbecue in Discovery Island for their genuinely amazing pulled pork buns – a tasty treat not to be missed!
Our advice is to go for the only ticket you’ll need for your trip – Disney’s Magic Ticket*. Choose from 7 or 14 day passes that give you access to not just Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, but other parks and attractions too, including:
Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
Access to ESPN Wide World of Sports, Disney's Oak Trail Golf Course and one round of miniature golf per day.
Disney’s Ultimate Tickets also include Memory Maker**, where you get unlimited digital downloads of your Walt Disney World holiday photos, and the new complimentary digital service Disney Genie, which lets you create your best Disney Park day with a recommended personal itinerary based on your own attraction and dining interests.
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Getting around the Park itself is done mainly on foot. Download a map onto your phone or pick one up as you enter the Park. Our top tip is to go online and download the My Disney Experience app **. That way you get to see all your favourite attractions without walking further than you need to.
*7 Day Disney Magic Tickets are valid for 7 days over a 15 day period, and 14 Day Disney Magic Tickets are valid for 14 days over an 18 day period from the start date selected at time of booking. For child tickets, children must be aged 3-9 at the time of use.
2 Water Parks subject to seasonal and weather closures.
3 Greens fee only; subject to availability and tee time reservations required — call 001 407 938 4653 to book.
4 One round of miniature golf per day available at either Disney’s Winter Summerland or Disney’s Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Courses; round must start before 4pm.
5 Valid only on event days; some events priced separately.