Wanyama Safari Resort Tour at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Restaurant at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Fun Facts
Some of the animals you may see on the Wanyama Safari include ostriches and giraffes. Don't forget your camera!
Wanyama Safari and Dinner is exclusively for Guests staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas . The Wanyama Safari and Dinner is offered in the afternoon seven days a week, subject to availability.
Join the group of adventurers, no more than 12 Guests per excursion (ages 8 and up, please), in the porte cochere at the main entrance to Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, and embark on a 3-hour recreation of a true African afternoon safari drive. Get up-close to the animals and end the event with a multi-course meal served family style at Jiko - The Cooking Place .
This safari is an opportunity to spend time with members from the Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge animal programs team. Learn about the natural history and management of the animal collection at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Enjoy incredible photo opportunities of the animals and architecture of Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge that can only be experienced from the perspective on the savanna.
Dinner at Jiko – The Cooking Place
After the safari, return to Jiko in Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge for a savory dinner. The menu begins with traditional African dips, breads and appetizers. The entrees include vegan, vegetarian and meat-based dishes, like oak roasted filet of beef with mac & cheese and chermoula roasted chicken. The meal ends with choices from the sweet dessert platter.
The Wanyama Safari and Dinner can only be booked by the Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge itinerary planning office or the Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Club Concierge at (407) 938-4755 (Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
Guest Policies
- A cancellation policy applies and may result in charges if you cancel with insufficient notice. Specific policies related to this facility will be detailed at time of reservation booking.
- Specialty celebration cakes are available for an additional charge and should be ordered 48 hours in advance by calling (407) 827-2253.
- This location can accommodate most special dietary needs. Advance notice may be required and cancellation fees may apply. Please indicate any special dietary need at time of reservation booking. Learn more about how we can help accommodate special dietary needs.
- Dress Code Guidelines:
Men: Khakis, slacks, jeans, dress shorts, collared shirts. Sport coats are optional.
Ladies: Capris, skirts, dresses, jeans, dress shorts.Not permitted in dining room: Tank tops, swimwear, hats for gentleman, cut offs, or torn clothing. While T-shirts are now allowed, the policy remains that T-shirts with offensive language or graphics are not acceptable.
- Guests must be 8 years and older to participate on the Wanyama Safari and Dinner.
- This experience takes place in a non-smoking environment.
- Please be advised that the Wanyama Safari is outdoors, please wear appropriate attire and shoes.
- The Wanyama Safari and Dinner is exclusive to Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Disney's Animal Kingdom Villa Guests only, is not available to Concierge Guests at other Resorts and is not guaranteed with a Concierge Room.
- The Wanyama Safari Resort tour is weather dependent
- Due to the popularity of our Disney table service restaurants, dining availability may be limited or not available without advance reservations. Please call (407) 938-4755 to make reservations up to 180 days prior to your visit.
Quick Tips
- Purchase the Magic Your Way Package Plus Dining ticket option, which includes the Disney Dining Plan , and receive a 30% savings per person at more than 100 select Walt Disney World restaurants—from snacks and quick meals to Disney Signature restaurants and Character Dining.
- The Walt Disney World Food and Beverage Team is committed to offering a wide range of choices to accommodate Guests with food allergies or intolerances. Your desired dining requests will be addressed, but please note in many cases, advance notice is required—usually at the time of your reservation, which can be up to 180 days in advance. Please call the Disney's Dining Reservation Center at (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 to speak with a Cast Member. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
- Plan ahead, as many meal times at popular Walt Disney World restaurants book quickly. Book online or phone (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 up to 180 days in advance. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
- Complimentary transportation, in the form of buses, boats and a monorail, is available as one of the many benefits to Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel. Destinations throughout Walt Disney World Resort include Disney Theme Parks, Disney Water Parks and Disney Resort hotels—where you'll find many fine-dining restaurants, Character Dining and dinner shows.
- The Walt Disney World Food and Beverage Team is committed to offering a wide range of choices to accommodate Guests with food allergies or intolerances. Your desired dining requests will be addressed, but please note in many cases, advance notice is required—usually at the time of your reservation, which can be up to 180 days in advance. Please call the Disney's Dining Reservation Center at (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 to speak with a Cast Member. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
- Plan ahead, as many meal times at popular Walt Disney World restaurants book quickly. Book online or phone (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 up to 180 days in advance. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
- Purchase the Magic Your Way Package Plus Dining ticket option, which includes the Disney Dining Plan , and receive a 30% savings per person at more than 100 select Walt Disney World restaurants—from snacks and quick meals to Disney Signature restaurants and Character Dining.
- Special Kids Menus are available at most Walt Disney World restaurants. Select one appetizer, one entrée and one dessert for a well-balanced Kid Menu meal.