Disney's Animal Kingdom
Wild county.
 Disney's Animal Kingdom is really the newest of all the Disney Theme
Parks. Sort of Disney's answer to Busch Gardens, but with a Disney
flair. It's definitely a Theme Park that has had mixed reviews because
of it's main themes around animals. But just like Disney's
MGM-Studios, this too is also changing. We would like to further add
to this, that you'll also find some 'World Class' surprises here such
as the theatrical production of 'The Festival of the Lion King,' rival
to any Broadway Show in New York City. And let's not forget about
the zany 3-D 'special effects' show offered by the 'It's Tough to be a
Bug' located in the Park's centerpiece - 'The Tree of Life.' Be sure
not to miss it!
Although there are a few rides and special effects as part of the
experience here, if you're coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom expecting
anything more than this, Disney's Animal Kingdom may not be the Park
for you. But if you like animals, 'World Class' Musicals, and views of
wildlife in their natural habitat, the 'real life' simulations (and
'live' exhibits) may be especially appealing to you as 100 acres of
this 500 acre Park have been 'lovingly sculptured' out of the Florida
landscape to create a simulated 'African' habitat for hippos,
antelope, rhino, elephants, giraffes, crocodiles, gazelles, lions,
gorillas - all of which are displayed in an 'open air' and
'safari-themed' experience. For us, it was one of the highlights here.
Afterwards, there's also the 'Pangani Forest Exploration Trail' where
you can leisurely explore some of the other animals, reptiles and fish
that are native to Africa. You'll probably even recognize a few of
them from the Movie - 'The Lion King!' So as a must see, must do, make
sure that you put the 'Kilimanjaro Safari' on your list of things to
do when visiting here.
There are actual 5 themed 'lands' in Disney's Animal Kingdom, but
probably the most predominate of these are: Africa, Asia and Dinoland
U.S.A.
Dinoland U.S.A is where you'll find most of the rides, including two
new ones that have been recently added: the 'TriceraTop Spin' and the
'Primeval Whirl' which just by looking at it looks 'deceptively' mild,
but once on it, you'll spin and drop through curves and hills. Sort of
a 'free spinning' roller coaster that simultaneously drops you and
spins you at the same time - it’s a unique experience to say the
least.
But even with these newest additions, the 'premier ride' at Disney's
Animal Kingdom would still have to be 'Dinosaur!'
- A turbulent rock'em, sock'em type ride experience set in the dark as you journey back
65,000,000 million years to rescue the last dinosaur from extinction!
Other highlights include: 'Flights of Wonder' and the 'Kali River
Rapids' ('White Water' Raft Ride) - Both are located in the land of
Asia...
Time Needed to Visit: Allow 1-Day
Minimum Height Requirements:
48" ( 1.22 Meters) or taller: Primeval Whirl
42" (1.07 Meters) or taller: Kali River Rapids
40" (1.02 Meters) or taller: Dinosaur
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