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1. Have a Wild Dining Experience It wouldn’t be a Disney park without some great places to eat! Animal Kingdom features a variety of restaurants to suit every palate, from mild to wild. Looking for some familiar American faire? Check out Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, or Flame Tree Barbecue. Want to sample some cuisine from around the world? The Harambe Marketplace has ...

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a fantastic park that’s park zoo, part theme park, and entirely fun! With exciting, cutting edge rides, amazing animals, unique dining and incredible entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Here are my top ten experiences at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

10. Avatar Flight of Passage The newest attraction of the list, Flight of Passage is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. A totally immersive simulator ride, Avatar Flight of Passage puts you into the body of a Na’vi avatar and on the back of a mountain banshee. You feel like you are really flying over the incredible landscapes of Pandora as ...

9. Expedition Everest Animal Kingdom’s own rollercoaster is Expedition Everest, located in the Asia section of the park. This ride takes you up the Forbidden Mountain and careening through valleys in a speeding train. You might even encounter the mythical Yeti during your journey, which takes you both outdoors and through dark tunnels, even backwards! It’s a wild ride that ...

8. Kilimanjaro Safaris The signature experience of Animal Kingdom is the Kilimanjaro Safaris. Climb aboard an open-air safari truck and roll through the Harambe Wildlife Preserve on the African Savanah. You’ll see a variety of African animals, from lions to hippos to giraffes, and some you’ve probably never even heard of! Your guide will point out the different creatures you ...

7. Festival of the Lion King Also in the Africa section of Animal Kingdom, Festival of the Lion King is arguably the best live show in Walt Disney World. Featuring incredible singers, acrobats, dancers, and huge floats, the show celebrates the unforgettable music of The Lion King in both sight and sound! Younger audience members might even become part of ...

6. Kali River Rapids The best way to cool off on a hot day in Animal Kingdom is Kali River Rapids. As the signs at the entrance warn, “You will get wet, you may get soaked!” Travel the Kali River in an eight-person raft through churning rapids, waterfalls, and past the destruction of deforestation. If you don’t get wet during ...

5. DINOSAUR Located in Dinoland USA, DINOSAUR is tied in to the story of the movie of the same name. Travel back in time to the age of the dinosaurs in search of the igaunodon to save it from extinction. This bumpy ride takes place in the dark and can be scary, so it may not be appropriate for younger ...

4. River of Lights Disney Parks are known for their incredible nighttime shows, and Animal Kingdom is no exception! River of Lights combines water, light, music, and color to tell the beautiful story of all living things. Incredible floats change and transform before your eyes. It’s a must-see Disney experience! Showtimes vary throughout the year, so be sure to check ...

3. Character Meet and Greets If you love characters, you’ll want to be sure to visit Animal Kingdom. You can meet characters here that you won’t find in any other Disney park. Monkey around with King Louie and Baloo, join the Wilderness Explorers with Russel and Dug, and get a pic with Flik! You’ll also find meet and greet opportunities ...