Which has shorter wait times — Kilimanjaro Safaris or Avatar Flight of Passage?

Wait times vary by season and time of day. Both Kilimanjaro Safaris and Avatar Flight of Passage benefit from rope drop strategy or Lightning Lane. Wait times are comparable for both attractions.

Do I need Lightning Lane for Kilimanjaro Safaris and Avatar Flight of Passage?

Both are worth Lightning Lane on busy days. During value season (January, May, September), rope drop alone is often sufficient for both attractions.

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Kilimanjaro Safaris vs Avatar Flight of Passage

Which should you prioritize? A complete breakdown to help you decide.

Ride A

Kilimanjaro Safaris

Animal Kingdom

AreaAfrica

ThrillModerate thrill

HeightNo requirement

Lightning LaneLLMP — Tier 2

Full attraction guide

Ride B

Avatar Flight of Passage

Animal Kingdom

AreaPandora - The World of Avatar

ThrillThrill ride

Height44" minimum

Lightning LaneLLSP (Individual)

Full attraction guide

Which do you prefer?

The verdict: do both

Do both — they're Animal Kingdom's two unmissable experiences. Kilimanjaro Safaris is best at rope drop (animals are most active) and offers a completely unique experience you can't replicate elsewhere at Disney World. Flight of Passage is the technological marvel. Go on the safari first at rope drop; grab Lightning Lane for Flight of Passage if you don't rope drop Pandora.

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