Animal Kingdom has had a bit of an identity crisis with Disney World visitors who come expecting a traditional Disney-type theme park but Animal Kingdom is neither your typical theme park nor a traditional zoo.

At 500 acres, Animal Kingdom is Disney's largest single park. It is one of the most detailed theme parks you are likely to visit but you have to go looking, Animal Kingdom's layout encourages exploration and there are surprises around every twist and turn. What there aren't are lots of rides and attractions.

Animal Kingdom is home to more than 1,700 animals from over 250 species, the key word there is home. Animal Kingdom is their home, not ours. As such you won't find any fireworks finales here and the attraction count is, for many, surprisingly low; currently 8 rides, several walk-through exhibits, 4 theatres; 3 indoor and 1 amphitheatre plus a children's playground and an educational section.

Animal Kingdom is an oasis of calm, visitors are only truly rewarded once they slow down and take time to notice the smaller details that have gone into making this park so rich and detailed. The relaxed pace and laid-back atmosphere are why Animal Kingdom is my favourite park. You'll come for the headline attractions but leave with a new appreciation of the nature around you.

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A Visual Guide

A Visual Guide

A Visual Guide

A Visual Guide

A Visual Guide

A Visual Guide

A Visual Guide