Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is a large-scale, conservation-focused destination at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, blending traditional zoological principles with immersive storytelling and next-generation theme park design. Opened in 1998, it positions itself at the intersection of nature, culture, and adventure—delivering experiential value that goes well beyond a conventional amusement park.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is a zoological theme park at Walt Disney World in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando. Owned and operated by the Walt Disney Company through its Experiences division, it was the largest theme park in the world upon opening, covering 580 acres (230 ha).
Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Bay Lake, FL 34747, Walt Disney World Resort, Florida, United States |
| Opened | April 22, 1998 (Earth Day) |
| Park Theme | Wildlife, conservation, adventure |
| Signature Icon | Tree of Life (145 feet tall) |
| Best Known For | Real animal habitats + immersive lands |
| Ideal For | Families, nature lovers, immersive explorers |
A unique blend of a traditional theme park and a world-class zoo focused on wildlife conservation.
Key Lands & Experiences
🌳 Discovery Island: The operational and visual core of the park, home to the Tree of Life, animal trails, dining, and retail.
🦁 Africa: Features the flagship Kilimanjaro Safaris, delivering an authentic savanna drive with free-roaming animals in a conservation-driven environment.
🐅 Asia: High-impact storytelling meets thrill infrastructure with Expedition Everest, alongside serene wildlife trails.
🌍 Pandora – The World of Avatar: A market-leading immersive land showcasing bioluminescent environments and the headline attraction Avatar Flight of Passage, widely regarded as one of Disney’s top-tier rides.
🦖 DinoLand U.S.A. : A playful, educational zone themed around paleontology and roadside Americana.
Ticket Price
| Ticket Type | Age Group | Price Range (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Base (Single Park) | Adult (10+) | $119 – $174 | Date-based pricing; peak days cost more |
| Child (3–9) | $114 – $169 | Slightly lower than adult pricing | |
| 2-Day Base | Adult | ~$410 – $430 | Per-day cost decreases with more days |
| 3-Day Base | Adult | ~$570 – $590 | Valid for one park per day |
| 4-Day Base | Adult | ~$730 – $750 | Best value for longer stays |
| Park Hopper Add-On | All | +$65 – $85 / day | Access multiple parks same day |
| Children Under 3 | — | Free | No ticket required |










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Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a theme park at Walt Disney World in Florida.
It focuses on wildlife, nature, and adventure-themed attractions.