Disney World Day 3 - Animal Kingdom

On Thursday, we got to Animal Kingdom just as it opened and went straight back to Kilimanjaro Safaris where we had an early FastPass. We all got inside this caravan...

And went on the closest thing any of us had ever been to an African Safari. We saw so many incredible animals and plant life and it was the highlight of our day at this park.

Antelope...

Hippos...

Birds

Steer...

Giraffes...

Monkeys...

Elephants...

Rhinos...

And lions!

It started to rain while we were on the safari and ended up raining most of that day. Fortunately we were able to stay somewhat dry while watching two incredible shows. The first was "Festival of the Lion King"...

It was phenomenal and kept us thoroughly entertained. We ate lunch at Flame Tree Barbecue and then did a little nature tour where we saw some bats...

Some more lions...

(Oh wait, those are just my scary kids!!)

Here are the real lions...

Antelope...

And an area with all kinds of interesting looking birds...

The kids also loved the little monkey exhibit in the middle of the Park...

We explored DinoLand USA for a bit (they were doing a lot of construction and it was raining so it wasn't the best) and then headed over to the "Finding Nemo" musical. Another fabulous show!!

After the show, Jason took Abby and Landon on Expedition Everest which they all loved. 

I stayed back with Nolan since this was one of the few rides that he was too short to ride on. (Sidenote: Nolan was just BARELY 40 inches tall which was such a blessing since most of the rides have this height requirement. I would advise never going to Disney World and paying full price for a child until they reach at least 40 inches. Maylie didn't count since she was free!!)

Nolan making his "scary" face!!

Time to leave Animal Kingdom, but first let's check out that amazing tree in the background...

Isn't it gorgeous?!?!

I loved all the details and images carved inside!!

Then we ate at our favorite restaurant of our trip. It was called "Boma" and was an African Buffet located inside the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Such yummy food and gorgeous atmosphere!!

After dinner, we headed back to our hotel where we got to enjoy the amazing pool at our hotel. They even played music underwater!

Another great day at the most magical place on earth!!