What if I told you we’re about to embark on a safari right here in the heart of Orlando? Look, there it is – Kilimanjaro Safaris. It might not be the actual African savanna, but trust me, this is as close as you can get without hopping on a plane. Kilimanjaro Safaris is a journey through the Harambe Wildlife Reserve, a massive 110-acre expanse teeming with live animals roaming freely. Imagine, this place is so vast that the entire Magic Kingdom could fit inside it! Walt Disney himself dreamt of an attraction like this. He initially envisioned real animals for Disneyland’s Jungle Cruise. Decades later, that vision was brought to life here in Animal Kingdom. Now, you might think these animals are trained to just appear on cue, but that’s not the case. Disney uses clever tricks to encourage the animals to be in view. You see those feeders and salt licks placed high up? Those entice the giraffes and gazelles to come out in the open. And those snoozing lions basking on those rocks? The rocks are air-conditioned, providing a comfy resting spot for these heat-sensitive creatures. Each safari ride here is unique – you never know what amazing animal encounters await. So, keep your cameras ready and prepare to be amazed by the wonders of the wild, right here at Kilimanjaro Safaris!
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church
What if I told you that the very heart of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church beats with the rhythm