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Safari Village

This lush island center-piece encircled by Discovery River and is the home of The Tree of Life. Safari Village couldn't possibly be more authentic if were in Africa itself!

The Tree of Life - The 140 foot icon of Disney's Animal Kingdom. Just a tree, huh? Oh no. Carved into the huge trunk, massive roots and high branches are over 325 exquisitely carved animals. You have to see them for yourself to realise just how impressive this is. Of course, this is Disney, and the tree is, unbelievably, inorganic. The tree is an Imagineer's masterpiece. To make up for the lack of life in the tree itself, all around it is the Tree of Life Garden. Oh, and inside the tree is a 430 seat theater showing " It's Tough To Be A Bug!" . So, you see - not just a tree. The Safari Village Trails ( which used to be known as The Tree of Life Garden) - Are a myriad of pathways, scattered around the sprawling root area of theTree of Life, and chock full of fascinating wildlife. In an open landscaped setting you'll see with your own eyes otters, flamingos, tamarinds, lemurs, tortoises, vividly colored ducks, cranes, cockatoos, storks, capybaras and kangaroos. I could go on, but I'm sure you get the picture! It's Tough To Be A Bug! - That's the name of Disney's latest 3-D experience. Technologically streets ahead of " Honey I Shrunk The Audience" , with heaps more special effects the Muppet*Vision 3-D this is easily the best Disney 3-D attraction ever. And just to be sure that we're impressed, they built it inside the trunk and under the root system of The Tree of Life. This show itself gives guests a real funny view of what life is like from a bug's perspective. I want to say so much more, but I can't spoil the experience! Arachnophobics needn't worry - nothing in here is real. The bugs are most definitely Disney bugs, with smiley faces and colorful shells. You'll love it. SHOPS Beastly Bazaar - T-shirts, stuffed toys, hats, decorative items and souvenirs. Creature Comforts - Gifts for little creatures. Clothing, Disney plush, and other jungle-themed goodies. Disney Outfitters - Adult apparel, hats, jewelry, watches and decorative items. Also cameras and accessories. Island Mercantile - Animal Kingdom themed merchandise, shirts, hats, candy, plush, and much much more. RESTAURANTS AND REFRESHMENTS The Rainforest Café - It's actually situated at the entrance plaza. A typical, but huge, Rainforest Café. They're always worth a visit, but be sure to book in advance. Some great Rainforest Café souvenirs for sale inside too. Flame Tree Barbecue - Barbecue platters and sandwiches in this fast-food restaurant. Pizzafari - Pizzas fresh from the oven, freshly tossed salads and hot sandwiches (Counter-service).

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