Disney Animal Kingdom Park

Welcome to all things Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida!

  • Mar- 2022 -
    11 March
    Anteater, Animal Kingdom

    Photos: Annie the Anteater Celebrates Her 20th Birthday at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

    One of the animals who resides in the Oasis at Disney's Animal Kingdom recently celebrated a birthday at the park! Annie the Anteater just turned 20 years old, and Disney's dedicated team of Animal keepers helped her celebrate with a homemade cake made of all her favorite treats. The Disney Animals, Science, and Environment Facebook page shared photos of Annie's birthday celebration: Above, Annie

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  • 6 March
    Disney's commitment to providing plant-based meals

    Most Mouthwatering Meat-Free Meals to Have at Walt Disney World Parks

    Now, more than ever before, people are opting for plant-based alternatives over those that have traditionally been known for containing meat. From vegetarians and vegans to those who are looking for lighter and sometimes healthier substitutions, not to mention all those seeking meat-free meals to have for Fridays during Lent, the current demand for plant-based eats is at an all-time high. Fortunat

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  • 4 March
    Disney World St. Patrick's Day

    Walt Disney World FULLY BOOKED on St. Patricks Day!

    They say, on St. Partick's Day, everyone is Irish. That may be the case, but it also looks like everyone who can be at Disney World to celebrate is already going. According to the Disney World Park Availability Calendar, every Theme Park Pass for Thursday, March 17, is taken for Theme Park Ticket holders and Select Resort Hotel Guests. That's right, all reservations for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disne

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  • Feb- 2022 -
    26 February
    Guests gather outdoors to marvel at a massive sand dragon sculpture, showcasing Animal Kingdom’s imaginative spirit; Scrat from Ice Age makes a playful appearance in the foreground, adding extra fun to the scene.

    Video: ‘Ice Age’ Sand Sculpture Arrives in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

    You may know that Disney+ is now the home of all things Ice Age, but did you know there is a new Ice Age photo op at Disney's Animal Kingdom, too? A handmade Ice Age sand sculpture was recently created outside of Disney's Animal Kingdom allowing Guests visiting the park to marvel at the creativity and talent that went into making such an impressive work of art, and to pose for fun photos with char

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  • 26 February
    Horizons

    A Fond Flashback to Past Disney World Attractions

    We’ve seen attractions come, and we’ve seen attractions go throughout the Walt Disney World Resort’s more than 50-years in operation. And while there have been some that guests have bid good riddance to without ever looking back, like Stitch’s Great Escape—often deemed one of Disney’s worst-ever attractions to date, others have met with more sorrowful departures that continue to be lamented even t

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  • 25 February
    A kangaroo with a joey in its pouch stands on the left, while on the right, a massive tree with sprawling roots evokes the iconic Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

    Photos: Mom & Baby Grey Kangaroos Arrive in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

    We love spotting new animals around Disney's Animal Kingdom! Grey kangaroos are among the newest animals to call this Disney Park home, and among the new group are a new mom and baby. Disney recently shared photos of the pair on Discovery Island on the Disney Animals, Science, and Environment Facebook page, and they are the cutest! Disney's Animal Kingdom was previously home to both grey and red k

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  • 24 February
    Club 33

    All About Disney’s Various Club 33 Locations

    Time well spent at any existing Disney theme park location is enough to make you feel like a million bucks. It’s all about Disney’s dedicated devotion to guests and all those personalized customizations they work into each and every visitor’s experience. Whoever you are and whatever opportunities you designate for yourself while at the Disney Park of your choice, you may rest assured that you’re i

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  • 24 February

    OpEd: It’s Time Disney World Ended Park Hopping Restrictions

    At The Walt Disney World Resort, face masks are finally optional in all indoor and outdoor areas, social distancing measures cease to exist, a FastPass-esque line skipping system is in operation, and Resort Hotel Guests are getting some semblance of extra magic hours again. Nighttime spectaculars are also a nightly occurrence, and even full-length parades and stage shows are making a comeback. Oth

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  • 23 February
    Veterinarians provide expert care to a tiger at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, showcasing the park’s dedication to animal health; nearby, another vibrant tiger prowls the lush outdoor habitat.

    Photos: Cast Members Perform a Tiger Checkup at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

    Disney's Animal Kingdom works with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) to provide the highest standards of care for all of the animals living at the Disney park, and part of this care involves regular checkups with the vet! Recently, Disney's team of veterinary Cast Members performed a checkup on Sohni, a Sumatran tiger, with Guests looking on. And, for everyone at home, Disney's Animals,

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  • 21 February

    Expedition Everest Closure Extended Until May

    It appears that Walt Disney World Guests are going to have to wait a little longer to explore The Forbidden Mountain once again. The Walt Disney World Resort closed its beloved E-Ticket attraction, Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain on January 4, 2022. While Disney World's website still states that the ride will be closed until “mid-April,” the MyDisneyExperien

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