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Walt Disney World Attractions

Wildlife Express Train

Temporarily closed; set to reopen in summer 2026

About this Attraction

  • Location

    Africa at Animal Kingdom

  • Attraction Type

    Scenic train ride and transportation system

  • Thrill Level

    1/5

  • Recommended Ages

    Preschoolers, kids, tweens, teens, adults

  • Height Requirement

    Any height

  • Queues

    Standby

Summary

Board a rustic locomotive for a journey to Rafiki's Planet Watch, an area dedicated to providing educational and personal experiences with animals. Throughout your journey onboard, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the park's animals. After your visit to Rafiki's Planet Watch, hop back on the train to return back to the park's Africa area.

Our Overview

The Wildlife Express Train provides access to Rafiki's Planet Watch, which can only be reached by riding the train. Nonetheless, it's a soothing journey, and if you're not interested in visiting Rafiki's Planet Watch, you can stay on board and enjoy the entire loop.

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