How long is the Kilimanjaro ride in Animal Kingdom?
Kilimanjaro Safaris is located at the rear of the Africa section in Disney's Animal Kingdom Park. The ride lasts 20 minutes, plus or minus. Bonus fact: It's the longest ride in the parks that's not a movie or show.
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Kilimanjaro Safaris is 110 acres whereas the entire Magic Kingdom park comes in at 107 acres. Disney were not messing about with animal welfare when it came to designing this attraction. The attraction itself makes up 20% of the entire Animal Kingdom park.
Some Guests feel that Disney's Animal Kingdom park is a half-day park. But you and I know that those naysayers are incorrect! With so much to do and see throughout the park, my family and I always plan to spend an entire day at Disney's Animal Kingdom. It also happens to be our favorite of the four Theme Parks.
There is no place quite like Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. The wilderness must be explored! If you're planning on experiencing Kilimanjaro Safaris, you're going to want to give yourself about 15 minutes to walk there from the park entrance, Cristal.
Busiest Days at Animal KingdomConsider steering clear of Animal Kingdom on Saturdays and Mondays. These are the days when Disney offers Extra Magic Hours at the park, leading to increased attendance and longer wait times.
The standard Kilimanjaro Safari does not cost extra. You are in an open sided vehicle with space to fit 4 people across each bench. Plenty of animals will be visible, but each part of the day has different highlights based on normal animal behavior.
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It is definitely more frightening than Splash or Thunder. As previously mentioned, it has a backwards section that is quite scary and there is a bit where you feel like you are going upside down (you actually don't) and there is also a bit where the yeti makes an appearance which could scare a 5 year old.
Animal KingdomThe longest wait there (on average) was Flight of Passage at 102 minutes. Na'vi River Journey followed with 64 minutes, and Kilimanjaro Safaris was next at 58 minutes. Here's a full look at the average wait times for this week: Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail: 0 minutes.
If you are the kind of person who enjoys the park atmosphere between the rides, Animal Kingdom is incredibly immersive. If you're checking off rides and shows and your mind is in other parks you want to get to, Animal Kingdom can be a half day.
While Disney has found ways to extend the fun into the afternoon and evening hours, most of the animals viewed here are far more active, and therefore visible, in the morning. I strongly recommend you arrive at the park at opening time, or as soon afterwards as possible, to maximize your visit.
As you can tell, most animals appear on both sides of the truck. However, all of the best animals (cheetahs, lions, hyenas and painted dogs) appear only on the left side. I recommend asking the attraction attendant if you can ride toward the front, and on the side that you choose.
Gaze at the glory of nature found in the Harambe Wildlife Reserve as seen on Kilimanjaro Safaris. Look out for cheetahs but don't worry, you and the animals are safe, protected by hidden barriers.