DISNEY'S ANIMAL KINGDOM THEME PARK
Disney outdid themselves once again when they opened the Animal Kingdom Theme
Park. Five times larger than the Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom's theme revolves around
animals, but it’s definitely not a zoo. Upon arrival, go straight to the popular Kilimanjaro
Safari ride. This attraction comes as close to an authentic African expedition as you can
get without flying to Africa. An open-air vehicle takes you through a savannah where
animals such as giraffes, hippos, rhinos and elephants roam freely. Take plenty of film
and don’t be surprised if a rhino ambles alongside the vehicle or an elephant blocks your
path.

ANIMAL KINGDOM BEST BETS
IT'S TOUGH TO BE A BUG
This 3-D movie featuring Flik and Hopper from the movie, A Bug's Life, is a favorite of park
visitors. The attraction is hidden inside the giant 14-stories tall Tree of Life so be sure to
notice the tree's 325 intricate animal carvings on the way up. Warning for parents of small
children: the theatre is very dark at times and some special effects can be frightening,
such as the bee sting that suddenly jabs you in the back and the strong gusts of air
coming from a giant flyswatter.

KILIMANJARO SAFARIS
This is by far the best ride at Animal Kingdom and it's great for all age groups. The open-
air safari vehicles take you on a ride through a simulated African safari filled with free-
roaming animals such as rhinos, gazelles, giraffes, hippos and elephants. The lions are
kept in a separate enclosure, but the fences and moats are completely hidden from view.
Be on the lookout for poachers!

DINOSAUR
After boarding a time rover, you'll head back 65 million years to rescue the last dinosaur
from extinction. Older children love the excitement of this ride, but the realistic dinosaurs
can be terrifying to smaller children. Take the warning seriously to secure purses and
belongings because the ride tilts several times.

THE BONEYARDS
Take the kids here to let them run off some energy while you rest your feet. Small children
love digging for dinosaur bones in the sand-filled boneyard, while older children enjoy the
slides and rope climbing.

KALI RIVER RAPIDS
Be sure to take along an extra change of clothes and shoes because you will get soaked
on this wild ride down the turbulent waters of the Chakranadi River. Perfect for a hot
summer day. Height requirement
of 38".

PANGANI FOREST EXPLORATION TRAIL
Here you'll find an underwater hippo viewing area, troops of gorillas and an outdoor aviary.

MAHARAJAH JUNGLE TREK
On the Maharajah Jungle Trek, you can watch tigers romp like oversized kittens and
observe giant fruit bats hanging upside down. This area of the park is usually cool and
peaceful if you need a spot to escape the crowds.

CONSERVATION STATION AND AFFECTION SECTION
Take the Wildlife Express Train to Conservation Station to learn about animal habitats
around the world and to observe the park’s veterinarians perform actual procedures.
Younger children enjoy spending time in the petting zoo while older children  manipulate
the viewing cameras inside animal exhibits throughout the park.

FESTIVAL OF THE LION KING SHOW
This high-energy performance rivals the popular (and expensive!) Broadway show of the
same name. Get their early for the best seats.

TARZAN ROCKS
Rock and roll music, in-line skaters, and jungle gymnasts. What more could anyone want
in an entertaining show?