Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Africa
All Ages
Behold the majestic elephant—the planet’s largest terrestrial animal.
Native to Sub-Saharan Africa, African elephants live in close-knit family groups of 2 to 40 related females and their calves. The herd is led by a matriarch who has the experience—and memory—to lead them to watering holes and feeding grounds she may not have seen in decades!
Be on the lookout for African elephants during the following experiences at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park:
Elephants are intelligent, social and complex animals—so meeting their needs is a jumbo task. Disney animal care experts work hard to create an enriching environment for these beloved pachyderms.
Here’s a look inside the life of an elephant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park:
African elephants face threats from habitat loss, poaching and conflicts with humans.
The Walt Disney Company is committed to saving wildlife and protecting the magic of nature together as a global community. Since 1995, the Disney Conservation Fund* and Disney Conservation Team Wildlife’s scientists and educators have supported elephant conservation efforts and collaboration between communities and conservationists working to protect elephants across their habitats in both Africa and Asia.
Get a closer look at our elephants and meet the animal specialists who care for them.
Glimpse real African animals in open-air habitats during an expedition in the Harambe Wildlife Reserve.
Delight in fresh fare—like apples, oranges and bananas—from this convenient snack spot.
*The Disney Conservation Fund is supported by The Walt Disney Company and Guests of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, with 100% of Guest contributions matched by Disney and directed to nonprofit organizations. Additionally, Disney covers all costs of managing the fund. The Disney Conservation Fund is not a charitable organization, and donations are not deductible as charitable contributions for US tax purposes.
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