We are going on a short(3 night)WDW trip in June. It is our 4th time so we have been to all the parks except Animal Kingdom. We are only doing 2 days of theme parks,the first being the Magic Kingdom. Should we go to AK for day 2, since we have never been? For some reason it just dosen't sound as up to par as the others,what do you think?
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Is Animal Kingdom Worth It?
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imagineer99
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The longest trip I have EVER spent at WDW has been for just two nights. During that time, my family manage to visit every park at least once and usually go to Downtown Disney as well.
In conclusion, you will have more than enough time to go to AKL.
In my opinion, you won't find a better themed park in anywhere (minus Dinorama). Not to mention some of the best ride experiences anywhere.
Kilmanjaro Safari and Dinosaur are both worth the price of admission in my opinion.
In conclusion, you will have more than enough time to go to AKL.
In my opinion, you won't find a better themed park in anywhere (minus Dinorama). Not to mention some of the best ride experiences anywhere.
Kilmanjaro Safari and Dinosaur are both worth the price of admission in my opinion.
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I was able to go to Animal Kingdom in half a day using the one hour before thing with the Resort. I must say that the park was fun but it did get old pretty quick. My favorite attraction was Priveval Whirl. My family and I loved it. If you have a Park Hopper then you might as well make a quick trip over to it.
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crazydaveh
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Why not head over to AK? It's not the MK, but in my opinion it's fun.
The animals steal the show here. The safari ride is great... You can ride it several times and see different animals!
The ride count isn't as high as the other parks, but there's still plenty to keep you happy.
It's Tough To Be A Bug is a great 3-D flick and the fun is all around.
Go ahead and try it! What do you have to loose, escept the price for a ticket!
The animals steal the show here. The safari ride is great... You can ride it several times and see different animals!
The ride count isn't as high as the other parks, but there's still plenty to keep you happy.
It's Tough To Be A Bug is a great 3-D flick and the fun is all around.
Go ahead and try it! What do you have to loose, escept the price for a ticket!
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DMC-12
It's HarmonioUS, NOT HarmoniYOU.
I agree... but then again I tend to be the forum AK cynic :lol:
I can blow thru AK in about 4 hours or less.
If ya want.. I mean sure, head on over to AK and hit the e-tickets... but if I were at the parks on your timeframe... I would skip AK all together... but thats just me. :wave:
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KimPossible
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Animal Kingdom is great! Epcot is my fave, but i am really excited for the future of AK. Absolutely get there on a early entry day or if not when the park opens. it doesnt take a full day to do all the great stuff there such as:
Safari
Tough 2 b a bug
dinosaur
festival of lion king
tarzan
Kali river rapids
these are not to be missed!!
Safari
Tough 2 b a bug
dinosaur
festival of lion king
tarzan
Kali river rapids
these are not to be missed!!
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What type of tickets will you be using? (sorry if I missed it). If you are using APs or park hoppers, why not hit AK in the morningn and then hop over to one of the other parks?
I love AK (only been twice). It is not a full day park yet (unless you spend a ton of time looking at the animals and foliage). But it is worth the price of admission, especially if you keep in mind that you can hit another park in the late afternoon.
I love AK (only been twice). It is not a full day park yet (unless you spend a ton of time looking at the animals and foliage). But it is worth the price of admission, especially if you keep in mind that you can hit another park in the late afternoon.
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cherrynegra
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If you've been to all the other parks, then I definitely suggest you head over to AK. I love that park. And I have to admit it's my favorite one. It may not have all the attractions that the others do, but I love it anyway. A diamond in the rough to be sure.
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Disney2002
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What is the make up of your family?
Young kids, then AK is a definite with the animals.
Teens - probably better at MGM.
AK can be done in 4 hours. It is true.
Young kids, then AK is a definite with the animals.
Teens - probably better at MGM.
AK can be done in 4 hours. It is true.
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AK is a nice park, but not terribly exciting. You should definitely go if you haven't before. Don't miss the lion king, it's tough to be a bug, and kali river rapids. Tarzan is a waste of time (especially if you don't like loud music) Dinosaur is OK, but not necessary. Same for the Safaris.
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CAPTAIN HOOK
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AK is a great park - however, if you compare it (or try to) with MK, MGM or EPCOT, then you will be VERY disappointed. If you take AK on its own (forget it is a Disney park) and visit it with an open mind, then you will enjoy it.
It is, however, only a half day park at best
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PixyDust
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We love AK.
You can definitely see what you need to in a half-day. Take the time to visit - you'll enjoy it.
Don't miss:
Tough to be a Bug
Kilimanjaro Safaris
Dinosaur
Kali River Rapids if it is working
The only show I can recommend is Festival of the Lion King. If you like rollerblading and really loud music, then you'd like Tarzan, but we left after about 3 minutes of it. We just couldn't stand it.
My kids aren't tall enough for Primeval Whirl yet, and they would be mad if we did the baby-pass on it, so I haven't enjoyed this ride yet, but it really looks like a good ride.
And if you have small kids and need a small break, why not DIG UP A FEW OLD FRIENDS at the Boneyard? My son's favorite phrase at AK is, "Mom, can I go dig up a few old friends?". He got that from one of the Disney World promo DVDs. It is so cute to hear him ask.
We also really enjoy the bird show. Can't think of the name of it right now, but it is really good (and I'm not big on animal shows in general).
You can definitely see what you need to in a half-day. Take the time to visit - you'll enjoy it.
Don't miss:
Tough to be a Bug
Kilimanjaro Safaris
Dinosaur
Kali River Rapids if it is working
The only show I can recommend is Festival of the Lion King. If you like rollerblading and really loud music, then you'd like Tarzan, but we left after about 3 minutes of it. We just couldn't stand it.
My kids aren't tall enough for Primeval Whirl yet, and they would be mad if we did the baby-pass on it, so I haven't enjoyed this ride yet, but it really looks like a good ride.
And if you have small kids and need a small break, why not DIG UP A FEW OLD FRIENDS at the Boneyard? My son's favorite phrase at AK is, "Mom, can I go dig up a few old friends?". He got that from one of the Disney World promo DVDs. It is so cute to hear him ask.
We also really enjoy the bird show. Can't think of the name of it right now, but it is really good (and I'm not big on animal shows in general).
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3IdAlienKid
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Cons of DAK
1. It's designed so you have to walk forever to get from one place to the next.
2. It's designed so the paths are pretty windy, making it easy to lose your sense of direction and get lost several times during your visit.
3. Dino-Rama (although the kids will love it).
4. Half-day park even when you stop to read every darn sign giving a description of the animals.
Pros of DAK
1. Kilmanjaro Safaris is everything Walt wanted the Jungle Cruise to be (minus the boat). It's one of the best attractions at WDW and hands-down the best "safari" tram ride at any wildlife park anywhere.
2. Beautiful theming.
3. The Tree of Life is almost as astounding as Spaceship Earth.
4. The animals natural habitats are pretty well recreated compared with the cages and living spaces of your average zoo. 5. The aviary where you are in the very same room with vampire bats 10 feet away is the greatest.
Basically, if you like Epcot for more than the rides, you're gonna like DAK also. It's got a few good rides and shows mixed w/ educational stuff.
1. It's designed so you have to walk forever to get from one place to the next.
2. It's designed so the paths are pretty windy, making it easy to lose your sense of direction and get lost several times during your visit.
3. Dino-Rama (although the kids will love it).
4. Half-day park even when you stop to read every darn sign giving a description of the animals.
Pros of DAK
1. Kilmanjaro Safaris is everything Walt wanted the Jungle Cruise to be (minus the boat). It's one of the best attractions at WDW and hands-down the best "safari" tram ride at any wildlife park anywhere.
2. Beautiful theming.
3. The Tree of Life is almost as astounding as Spaceship Earth.
4. The animals natural habitats are pretty well recreated compared with the cages and living spaces of your average zoo. 5. The aviary where you are in the very same room with vampire bats 10 feet away is the greatest.
Basically, if you like Epcot for more than the rides, you're gonna like DAK also. It's got a few good rides and shows mixed w/ educational stuff.
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imagineer99
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Gotcha!
I feel the same way about Universal Parks, but that's a different story all together.
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J
joviacdan
If you're only going for 3 nights, I wouldn't bother with it. Obviously, you can't skip the Magic Kingdom. I would never miss Epcot or MGM though either.
I'm going for 9 days in September, and I'm only going to Animal Kingdom for 1 day, and that's just because we'll be with a 3 year old who loves animals. Otherwise, I'd only spend about 1/2 a day there, if that.
I'm going for 9 days in September, and I'm only going to Animal Kingdom for 1 day, and that's just because we'll be with a 3 year old who loves animals. Otherwise, I'd only spend about 1/2 a day there, if that.
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