Disney's Animal Kingdom Archives

PHOTOS: Animal Kingdom Park Specific Reusable Bags Now Available

March 4, 2019January 27, 2019

Last week we announced that there would now be park specific reusable bags coming and today, Animal Kingdom has released theirs! Hollywood Studios and Epcot’s new designs were released as well. These Animal Kingdom unique bags come in three sizes and feature icons such as Expedition Everest, Kilimanjaro Safari, Pandora and the Tree of Life, … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party Debuts at Disney's Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019January 18, 2019

Today marks the start of the 25th anniversary celebration of Walt Disney Pictures’ “The Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, along with Timon and Rafiki hosting the “Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party”. Just yesterday, we saw this gorgeous carved wood photo-op go up at the entrance to the park, and there are even more special three-dimensional … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Animal Kingdom 1/16/19 (New Merchandise, Animal Encounters, and More!)

March 4, 2019January 16, 2019

Welcome to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! It’s halfway into January, and it’s still Christmas here. Let’s take a look around. Work is being done on the 20th Anniversary Photo Frame. From what little view I could get, it looks like it might be replaced with a new frame. No more 20th Anniversary! Otter exhibit watch 2018 … Read more

PHOTOS: Even More New Expedition Everest Merchandise Arrives at Disney's Animal Kingdom

January 14, 2019

There seems to always be something new to discover at the base of The Forbidden Mountain in Animal Kingdom. This post compiles all the new Expedition Everest merchandise we have found so far. After all, it is everyone’s favorite nondescript coaster that’s maybe themed like India or something. Hooded Sweatshirt – $49.99 Youth Shirt – … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Donkey Animal Ambassadors Experience Debuts at Disney's Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019January 14, 2019

Back in December, we reported that a brand-new Animal Ambassador program would be coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, one that would feature two veteran donkeys from Rafiki’s Planet Watch, which is currently under “extensive refurbishment.” Well, today we got a first look at the Animal Ambassador donkeys’ debut! Jack and Jill are two miniature donkeys that … Read more

Construction Worker Sues After Injury at Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019January 12, 2019

A construction worker is suing Disney after he was injured when a ditch he was digging collapsed on him at Animal Kingdom in 2016 . The Orlando Sentinel reported that Robert Howard filed the lawsuit against Disney, as well as MLC Theming and Total Demolition Services, asking for more than $15,000 in damages. Howard, who … Read more

REVIEW: Up Close with Rhinos Experience at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Delivers on Its Name

March 4, 2019January 1, 2019

If you’ve ever wanted to know what a rhinoceros feels like, have I got the tour for you! Up Close with Rhinos is also a great choice if you love animals, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and/or the Kilimanjaro Safaris, and want to know more about what happens behind the scenes and how Disney contributes to animal … Read more

Next Week's Animal Kingdom Extra Magic Hours Schedule Altered

March 4, 2019December 28, 2018

For those looking to get their New Year’s Eve celebration started early at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, please note that the schedule has been adjusted. Morning Extra Magic Hours at Animal Kingdom have been rescheduled from Monday, December 31, 2018 to Wednesday, January 2, 2019. The Morning Extra Magic Hours on Saturday, January 5th, 2019 are … Read more

New Animal Ambassador Experience Comes To Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019December 26, 2018

A brand new guest experience is launching at Disney’s Animal Kingdom involving two veteran donkeys. Jack and Jill have been at Disney’s Animal Kingdom since the park opened in 1998. They will be roaming through Africa and Discovery Island to help educate guests about replanting forests in South America. This experience helps tie in not … Read more

VIDEO: UP! A Great Bird Adventure - Diwali Edition at Animal Kingdom

March 4, 2019December 22, 2018

For this holiday season, Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been offering a variation on the new bird show “UP! A Great Bird Adventure” themed around Diwali – the Hindu festival of lights. A unique offering, this expands the holidays featured at the Disney World resort and fits in perfectly in Animal Kingdom’s Asia section.

We also have the original soft open version show as well as the a revamped variation available to watch on our Youtube page.

Watch the Diwali edition below…

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REVIEW: Harambe Market at Animal Kingdom Offers New Satuli-Like Bowls, Chicken Gyro

March 4, 2019December 14, 2018

Harambe Market is the large, outdoor quick service restaurant located in Africa at Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Menu changes weren’t a very common occurrence here, but there’s a continuous effort to appeal to the theme park masses. Harambe Market is overcrowded more often than not, but it used to be worth the battle for seating. … Read more

Refurbishment Scheduled for Kali River Rapids Starting January 7, 2019

March 4, 2019December 12, 2018

Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be closing for refurbishment in early 2019. This typically occurs annually, as temperatures drop in Florida. Kali River Rapids is scheduled to be down from January 7, 2019 until March 22, 2019. It will reopen to guests on March 23, 2019, just in time for the busier … Read more

Cast Member Admits to Filming Co-Worker in Animal Kingdom Restroom

March 4, 2019December 12, 2018

According to a Orange County Sheriff’s Department report, a Walt Disney World cast member admitted to secretly recording a co-worker in a restroom. The victim reported that he was standing at a urinal at the Pride Rock Employee Service Center at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, when he noticed a cell phone moving under a restroom stall, … Read more

The Votes Are In... Animal Kingdom's Newest Giraffe Calf Has A Name

March 4, 2019December 11, 2018

Earlier this year, Disney asked for some help in picking out the name of the new Masai giraffe calf at Animal Kingdom. Today, we finally got to learn her name and see some pictures of her assimilating to life as part of the herd. We won’t keep you in suspense any longer…. her name is … Read more

REVIEW: Disney After Hours at Animal Kingdom is an Expensive, Yet Satisfying Way to Experience Pandora's Attractions Without Wait

March 4, 2019December 7, 2018

On Tuesday night, I paid to attend the very first Disney After Hours event at Animal Kingdom. The event has existed at The Magic Kingdom for a number of years, but this was the offering’s first foray into one of the other Walt Disney World theme parks. Here’s how Disney describes the event: Discover a … Read more

Animal Kingdom Introducing Tasting Sampler Event With Preferred Seating to Rivers of Light

March 4, 2019December 6, 2018

If you’ve been looking for a way to have preferred seating for Rivers of Light at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and aren’t interested in the dessert party, a new offering that was just announced may appeal to you. With the Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler, you can try food and beverages around the park, while also … Read more