Africa Wait Times
Animal KingdomAfrica is a themed land at Animal Kingdom, home to 2 attractions: Festival of the Lion King and Kilimanjaro Safaris. Festival of the Lion King is the land's marquee attraction.
Africa Ride Wait Times
| Attraction | Lightning Lane | Now | Morning | Midday | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Festival of the Lion King | Tier 2 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kilimanjaro Safaris | Tier 2 | 5m | 39m | 28m | 10m | 7m |
"Now" shows the latest standby wait from Disney's tipboard when the park is open. Morning/Midday/Afternoon/Evening are recent historical averages.
How to Tour Africa
With 2 rides concentrated in one area, the order you tour Africa decides how much of your day you spend in line. Festival of the Lion King draws the heaviest demand, so ride it first at rope drop or hold a Lightning Lane for it. Follow with Kilimanjaro Safaris, then fill the rest of the land as standby lines allow — they ease notably in the final hour before Animal Kingdom closes.
Africa FAQ
What are the wait times at Africa?
Across Africa, standby waits average about 31 minutes at midday based on 90 days of historical data. Kilimanjaro Safaris runs the longest at around 31 minutes. The comparison table above lists every ride's wait window and current standby.
How many rides are in Africa?
Africa at Animal Kingdom has 2 attractions: Festival of the Lion King and Kilimanjaro Safaris.
Which rides in Africa have Lightning Lane?
Festival of the Lion King and Kilimanjaro Safaris are available through Lightning Lane Multi Pass.
What is the best time to visit Africa?
Head to Africa at rope drop and ride Festival of the Lion King first — it draws the longest lines of the day. Standby waits across the land fall again in the final hour before Animal Kingdom closes, making late evening the second-best window.
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