Top Animal Kingdom Rides & Attractions Guide Story

Top Animal Kingdom Rides & Attractions Guide

This story guides you to the Best Rides and Attractions at Disney's Animal Kingdom park in Walt Disney World. It includes a complete list of must-do attractions and those you can skip.

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There are traditional rides here, some of the best in Walt Disney World, but the park is so much more.

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Na’vi River Journey (7.5/10)

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Kali River Rapids (7/10)

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Maharajah Jungle Trek (9/10)

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Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail (9/10)

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Rafiki’s Planet Watch (7/10)

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