Rafiki’s Planet Watch to Reopen at Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Summer
Last October, Disney temporarily closed the Rafiki’s Planet Watch attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Today, the Disney Parks Blog has announced that it will reopen this summer.
- Rafiki’s Planet Watch, the Affection Section and the Wildlife Express will fully reopen with new enhancements and join the celebration of all things The Lion King.
- The area will still feature all of the animal encounters it has in the past, as well as new experiences based on Disney’s rich heritage of wildlife animation.
- No opening date has been announced at this time, but be sure to check back for more information as it becomes available.
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