What's New at Animal Kingdom: AWKWARD Animal Encounters and Christmas Just Doesn't Want to Leave

Jambo, from a (still festive) Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

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We popped into one of our favorite theme parks to see what’s new! Check out the merchandise sales, new souvenirs, and holiday updates!

Animal Kingdom Food Update

Isle of Java

Still craving Christmas snacks atmosphere? The Isle of Java is still serving their holiday items! You can pick up an Irish Coffee, Peppermint Cocoa, and more!

Isle of Java

It’s the middle of January and Christmas decorations are still everywhere at Animal Kingdom and other theme parks. We saw all sorts of garlands, ornaments, and more!

Christmas Decorations in Africa

Head to Animal Kingdom if you need some Christmas cheer!

Animal Kingdom Attraction Update

Maharajah Jungle Trek

A couple of updates from the animal exhibit! The first is that Disney is offering exhibit maps via a QR code available on the signs throughout your “trek.” Simply scan the code by using your phone camera and you’ll be directed to the website. Easy peezy!

Bird Spotting Map

The second is that we witnessed a very interesting ritual in the African Bird exhibit. It seems one particular male Argus Pheasant attempted to impress a female pheasant. We think he should watch the movie “He’s Just Not That Into You” because that’s basically what was happening here.

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— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) January 10, 2021

Ah, nature!

See the video from our pheasant encounter here!

Animal Kingdom Atmosphere Update

Crowds and Weather

It’s been a chilly week in Florida! We spotted a lot of guests heading into the gift shops and loading up on warm clothing. Some quick-service locations were offering hot cocoa too! We spotted the cocoa at places like Tamu Tamu Refreshments and Harambe Fruit Market.

Hot Cocoa at Harambe Fruit Market

The cold seemed to bother everyone anyway because the wait times were a little lower. We noticed Kilimanjaro Safaris had a 25-minute wait, Flight of Passage get down to 40 minutes, and Expedition Everest dip to 20 minutes!

Kilimanjaro Safaris Line

Honestly, a cup of cocoa followed by a safari ride doesn’t sound too bad!

Animal Kingdom Merchandise Update

Windtraders

The gift shop in Pandora – World of Avatar is having a sale on t-shirts right now! Each shirt is $22 when you buy two!

Pandora Sale

The t-shirts are in adult sizes and there are three designs to choose from.

Chester and Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures

We’re loving the new 2021 pressed penny options! You can find a few of the newly dated designs featuring the Tree of Life and the Dinosaur attraction!

Dinosaur Pressed Pennies

That’s all from the Animal Kingdom today! We’ll be back soon with more wild updates in the future!

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