~Hop~ along as we meet some of the most ~unfrogettable~ animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park!
Home to more than 300 species, the world's largest zoological theme park provides care and conservation efforts for more than 2000 animals.
One of our favorite spots to visit in Disney’s
Animal Kingdom Theme Park is Rafiki's Planet Watch.
From the Conservation Station to the Affection Section Petting Zoo,
you are sure to find a way to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the theme park!
The Wildlife Express Train is the only way to get to Rafiki’s Planet Watch.
All aboard!
Tucked away in the back of Africa (near Kilimanjaro Safaris), you can hop on a 7-minute train
ride to Rafiki’s Planet Watch.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at several of the animal housing and care areas, as well
as the savanna where rhinos, elephants and other animals spend the night.
Keep an eye out for babies — before making their big debut, they stay close to mom in
the animal housing area.
And speaking of babies, be sure to hold onto yours — the Wildlife Express can get a little
bumpy at times!
Rafiki's Planet Watch is home to a ton of interactive exhibits focused on animal conservation.
First stop: Affection Section.
This is the only place in Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park where you can have a hands-on
encounter with animals.
The Conservation Station facility includes a rehabilitation area for injured animals,
a nursery for newborns and several other educational experiences.
You may even catch a glimpse of the Animal Kingdom veterinary team performing animal
surgeries!
Ever wondered about the animals’ nutritional needs?
An animal care specialist can tell you all about the diets of Animal Kingdom’s residents.
Conservation Station is also the home to the Animation Experience, where you can learn
how to draw some of your favorite Disney characters.
When you’re ready to leave Rafiki’s Planet Watch, hop back on the train for a 5-minute
trip back to the Harambe, Africa train station.