Caring for Giants Tour at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park!

This past trip, I had the amazing opportunity to participate in the Caring for Giants enchanting extra at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. If you love elephants or want a behind-the-scenes Disney experience, this tour is an absolute must!

Here’s everything you need to know about this unforgettable experience:

• Tour Overview:

  • This 60-minute guided tour takes place four times a day (9am, 10am, 1pm, and 2pm).

  • Tickets are $39 per person, and 100% of the cost goes directly to supporting elephant conservation efforts.

  • Reservations are required and can be made up to 60 days in advance. Availability is limited to 14 people per group, so booking early is key!

• Check-In & Location:

  • Be sure to check in 15 minutes before your tour.

  • The guided tour booth is conveniently located next to the Kilimanjaro Safari ride in the Africa section of the park.

  • Pro tip: If you’re staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel, take advantage of early entry at 7:30am to enjoy the safari before your tour. The animals were incredibly active when I went!

    

• Tour Highlights:

  • You’ll go backstage behind the scenes—just remember, no cell phones until you reach the observation platform.

  • A short bus ride brings you to the elephant observation area, where the elephants receive feeding, medical care, and enrichment.

  • Once on the platform, you can take as many photos and videos as you want while learning about elephant behavior, family relationships, and conservation efforts.

  • You’ll even get hands-on with some interesting items, like elephant hair and other safe-to-handle parts!

    

    

• Fun Facts:

  • My name tag was made from dried elephant poop and is 100% recyclable!

  • On my visit, we were lucky enough to see 5 of the 7 elephants at Disney’s Animal Kingdom up close.

• Why You’ll Love It:

  • The tour is educational, interactive, and incredibly rewarding.

  • You get a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Disney cares for these majestic animals.

  • It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for animal lovers, Disney fans, and families alike.

• Important Notes:

  • The tour is subject to availability, and seeing all elephants isn’t guaranteed, but it’s still an experience I would recommend to anyone visiting Animal Kingdom.

  • All opinions are my own, and no compensation was received for this review.