Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Last Updated on: March 17th, 2023

disney's animal kingdom park disney worldDisney’s Animal Kingdom is the newest of four major theme parks at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida having opened on April 22, 1998 (Earth Day, of course). The park has a zoological theme and is dedicated to nature and animal conservation.

Park Areas:

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is comprised of five differently themed areas:

There are also a couple of smaller subareas of the park:

Park Address:

2901 Osceola Parkway, Orlando, FL 32830

Articles, Features and Directory Items:

Here is your complete guide to Walt Disney World’s Disney’s Animal Kingdom including attractions, restaurants, shows and rides past, present and future. As always, new pieces are added to this collection regularly.

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In the News

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  • Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopens from refurbishment ahead of schedule, February 28, 2023
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  • Maharajah Jungle Trek Undergoes Refurbishment in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, January 17, 2023
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  • Kali River Rapids expected to reopen in March 2023 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, January 6, 2023
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  • Kali River Rapids closing for annual refurbishment beginning January 2023, December 15, 2022
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  • Disney KiteTails at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to permanently close, September 15, 2022
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  • Showtimes Released for ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, June 8, 2022
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  • TriceraTop Spin Closing for Refurbishment Starting June 13 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, June 3, 2022
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