“The Animation Experience” at Conservation Station begins July 11 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

    Disney had teased that Rafiki’s Planet Watch would be returning this summer and they just dropped more details about what guests can expect when it reopens.

    Disney will be introducing a brand-new additional experience drawing on their rich heritage of wildlife animation, inspired by Walt Disney’s own passion for ensuring his animators could develop realistic characters and settings by spending time with animals.

    In honor of the celebration of Disney’s “The Lion King,” Disney will be launching The Animation Experience at Conservation Station, offering guests the opportunity to learn how live animals have inspired some of the most iconic characters from this beloved “tail.” You’ll learn more about some of the animals who call the park home and then have the chance to create a personalized piece of Disney art through an instructor-led animation class. As you’d expect, some of your favorite characters from “The Lion King” will be the stars of The Animation Experience, which will start when Rafiki’s Planet Watch reopens on July 11. Come learn how to draw Simba, Zazu, Pumbaa, Timon and more. Each session will be different so be sure to visit often to complete the collection. Disney FastPass+ Service will be offered for the experience, and you can make those selections starting later today.

    For more than 60 years, animals have been a part of Disney storytelling, and these stories continue today alongside efforts to protect wildlife and habitats around the world, as well as provide immersive experiences that connect kids and families with the magic of nature. Disney will welcome guests back to greet and hug the animals at Affection Section, catch a glimpse of medical procedures at our veterinary treatment window, learn how the animal care experts prepare meals for and care for the park’s animal residents and more.

    For a photo tour of what Rafiki’s Planet Watch looked like before it closed last year, check out our detailed post.

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    1. […] When Rafiki’s Planet Watch reopens on July 11th, guests have the option of a new experience. Tying in with the Lion King movie release, you can join “the Animation Experience.” Guests will learned to draw their favorite characters from the Lion King, learn how animals inspired some of Disney’s most iconic characters and more. – https://blogmickey.com/2019/06/the-animation-experience-at-conservation-station-begins-july-11-at-dis… […]

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