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Top Attractions At Disney's Animal Kingdom - Ranking The Best Shows & Rides
Disney's Animal Kingdom may not get the attention that its fellow Disney World Theme Parks receive, but do not overlook the incredible shows, thrill rides, and live animal attractions that are waiting to be explored at Disney's best themed park.
Here is Only WDWorld's ranking of the Top Shows and Top Rides & Attractions:
Disney's Animal Kingdom Shows
This is the Disney World Show that you MUST see! It is the first time that Disney has taken a non-musical movie and made it into a musical live stage show. It contains amazing costumes and puppetry with songs that you will be singing to yourself long after the show is over.
2. Festival Of The Lion King
The Festival Of The Lion King combines singing, dancing, and acrobats to make a show that the entire family will enjoy. The costumes are amazing and you will love hearing your favorite songs from the movie performed live.
3. Flights Of Wonder
Here is a chance to see a show with live animals. The show is both educational and entertaining. Children will learn about the habitats and care of some of the magnificent birds that are part of this show.
Disney's Animal Kingdom Thrill Rides & Attractions
1. Expedition Everest
This is perhaps the best attraction in all of Disney World! The detailed storytelling and theming immerse you in the world of the Yeti. The roller coaster attraction is innovative and thrilling. Definitely a MUST DO attraction during your Disney world Vacation!
2. Kilimanjaro Safaris
The largest attraction at Disney World, it is larger than the entire Magic Kingdom! You will see a wide variety of animal in their natural habitats on your two-week long safari to Africa.
3. DINOSAUR
Take a time travelling trip back to the past to learn about Dinosaurs in this thrilling adventure that will be sure to get your heart pumping. This ride is an intense thrill ride that teens are sure to love!
4. Kali River Rapids
Nothing beats the heat on a hot day like a wild rafting adventure ride. You are sure to get wet, the only question is how wet will you get?
5. It's Tough To Be A Bug!
This 4-D show combines 3-D movie with animatronic characters and "special" extras in this theater that is nestled into the base of the "Tree Of Life." It may be too intense for the youngest guests, so keep that in mind.
Space Mountain - Bringing 40 Years Of Thrills To Disney World
The Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort welcomed its first thrill ride called Space Mountain on January 15, 1975. Now 40 years later it still is one of the famed Disney World Mountains and guest favorite attraction.
STARPORT SEVEN-FIVE
There are several references to the 1975 start for this iconic attraction. As you make your way through the queue you will encounter this sign that says "Welcome Space Travelers STARPORT SEVEN-FIVE Your Gateway To The Galaxy"
Again as you are preparing to board your rocket you will see the reference to Startport Seven-Five. By the way, in case you didn't know the two sides of the track are referred to as ALPHA and OMEGA.
You can even see a nod to Starport Seven-Five while you are riding the Peoplemover (aka Tomorrowland Transportation Authority).
Racing Rockets
Back when Space Mountain debuted it was certainly the first of its kind. Originally inspired by the Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland, Space Mountain needed to fit into the Tomorrowland theme. Placing a roller coaster inside a darkened building was never done before, but aided in making the sharp turning roller coaster feel much faster than it actually was and greatly enhanced the "thrill" of the ride.The ride vehicle is shaped and styled to look like a rocket for you to enjoy your trip into space. The tight fitting, single wide, rocket transports you only up to speeds of 27 mph, but you will swear it is much faster.
Here is a rare picture that captures some of the track while the lights were on. This 2 minute and 35 second ride is non-stop excitement that uses the dark combined with quick turns and elevation changes to provide a great experience for all who dare to ride.
Space Mountain - Disney World Mountain
Disney World's first mountain still provides the iconic shape that is recognized all over the world. After the original was created for Florida, 4 other Space Mountains have been erected in Disney parks all over the world, giving us five in all.Forty years seems like a long time, but this iconic Disney Attraction continues to be one of the most popular Rides in the Magic Kingdom and thrills guests of all ages!
Disney World Top 6 Ride Photo Attractions
Disney World Top 6 Ride Photo Attractions
The Ride Photo is an under appreciated souvenir that has been around long before the PhotoPass Photographers lined the Disney World Theme Parks. At a special hidden location, during the height of excitement, you will notice a flash of light as your picture has just been taken. Whether or not you purchase it is up to you. Here are your Top 6 Choices for getting that special souvenir.
6. Test Track
Test Track takes your picture just as you are about to "crash" into a barrier that blocks your way from getting to the outdoor Test Track. Once the ride continues on outside you reach speeds of 65 mph in Epcot's and Disney World's fastest attraction. As you can tell this group that is pictured is very excited to be riding Test Track. One of the nice features is that the cars hold 3 people in each row and 2 rows for each car. If you have a family of either 3 or better yet 6 people this may be the perfect "vehicle" to capture your picture.
5. Twilight Zone Tower Of Terror
Nothing says thrilling better than an elevator that falls faster than gravity with a randomized drop sequence. No problem getting everyone to look excited in these pictures at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The only drawback is that there are so many people that get included in each picture. If you have a large group or if your family is featured in the front row, this would make a nice picture to prove you made it to the Twilight Zone and back.
Nothing says thrilling better than an elevator that falls faster than gravity with a randomized drop sequence. No problem getting everyone to look excited in these pictures at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The only drawback is that there are so many people that get included in each picture. If you have a large group or if your family is featured in the front row, this would make a nice picture to prove you made it to the Twilight Zone and back.
4. Splash Mountain
A family favorite in the Magic Kingdom, Splash Mountain snaps this picture just as you are about to make the 50 foot plunge down the big hill. Make sure that you are seated in the front of the "log" if you think you may want to buy a picture. If you ask a Cast Member nicely, they can make sure you ride in front. Also remember to hold your hands up high to show that you have no fear!
A family favorite in the Magic Kingdom, Splash Mountain snaps this picture just as you are about to make the 50 foot plunge down the big hill. Make sure that you are seated in the front of the "log" if you think you may want to buy a picture. If you ask a Cast Member nicely, they can make sure you ride in front. Also remember to hold your hands up high to show that you have no fear!
3. Dinosaur
Dinosaur, found in Disney's Animal Kingdom, snaps this photo just as your are attacked by a large Carnotaurus. If you check out the first photo in this article and then look at the picture above. These are two pictures of my family taken about two years apart with the same effect. Dinosaur is a great ride photo, as you will get some great expressions on people's faces as they either love the ride or are terrified by it. Again make sure you are in front in you are thinking about buying a picture.
Expedition Everest is another favorite at Disney's Animal Kingdom, as this picture is taken just as you start down the steep decent that takes you outside and can be viewed from the area outside the Serka Zong Bazaar. This ride puts 6 people in each train, but the first two rows are the most visible. This is better than the previous attractions in that if you are sitting in the front of the car, the other people are less noticeable.
The Top Disney World Ride Photo Attraction goes to the Rock 'N' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith found in Disney's Hollywood Studios. This is the best photo to feature your group of 2 up to 4 people. The picture is taken right at the beginning of the attraction just as your launch begins as you enter the initial dark area. This allows you to pose however you choose in order to make the picture memorable. This also means to have to watch out that the guy in the seat behind you didn't get a little carried away with his best "Rock Star" pose and ruin your picture.
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