Soak up the sun at Samawati Springs Pool, an oasis featuring a 128-foot-long pool slide! Relax in 2 whirlpool spas and a gently sloping, zero-depth entry point similar to that of a natural watering hole. Satisfy your beastly hunger at Maji Pool Bar, offering cold refreshments and quick-service meals.

 

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Come here to play ping-pong, video games and billiards, and to sign out tennis racquets and basketballs. And you'll find shuffleboard equipment and grilling tools too. You can also enjoy a variety of arts 'n' crafts and children's books!

 

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Play basketball on this half court near the shuffleboard and tennis courts. Equipment can be checked out from the Community Hall by Guests staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village and Jambo House at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge.

 

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Enjoy 2 lighted hard courts and water fountains, located in the sports courts area. Equipment can be checked out from the Community Hall by Guests staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village and Jambo House at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge.

 

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Kids of all ages can make a splash at Uwanja Camp. This water playground is inspired by animal observation sites and has 3 distinct zones:

• Observation Station
  Children 4 years of age and younger can climb across a rope bridge, unscramble animal images and frolic through a gently bubbling geyser and shallow cistern pool.
• Departure Zone
  A leaky water tower and mischievous Venus flytraps squirt children 5 to 7 years of age.
• Base Camp
  Kids 8 years of age and up can douse each other with overflowing buckets and water cannons.

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Most areas throughout Walt Disney World Resort are accessible by bus transportation. The bus stop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village is located a short walk from the entrance.

 

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Take advantage of complimentary motorcoach transportation between Orlando International Airport and this Disney Vacation Club Resort, available for arrivals in 2021.

Disney’s Magical Express service will no longer be offered starting with arrivals January 1, 2022. The service will continue to operate for new and existing reservations made at Disney Resort hotels for arrivals throughout 2021.

Make round-trip or one-way reservations at least 48 hours prior to your arrival. Please call Member Services at (800) 800-9800† or (407) 566-3800† for reservations and additional information, or make your reservations online.

Learn more about Disney's Magical Express.

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Rent a car to travel to and from the Orlando International Airport to a convenient spot at Walt Disney World Resort.

Alamo Rent A Car, the official rental car of Walt Disney World Resort, is conveniently located at the Orlando International Airport and at the Car Care Center near the parking exit of Magic Kingdom park.

For Emerald Club customers, National Car Rental is also located at the Car Care Center.

Shuttle service to and from the car rental facility and your location is provided 7 days a week, Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (holiday hours may vary.) Schedule shuttle service at least one hour in advance. Call (407) 824-3470 for shuttle service and reservations.

Contact Member Services at (800) 800-9800† or (407) 566-3800† for more information about transportation options for traveling to and from Walt Disney World Resort.

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Valet service and standard overnight self-parking are available to Resort Guests.

Valet Parking

Valet parking is $33 per night, available at the porte cochere. Note: Any Guest with a valid disability parking permit can enjoy complimentary valet parking while staying at this Disney Vacation Club Resort.

Self-Parking

Members will not be charged for standard overnight self-parking when staying at a DVC Deluxe Villa, regardless of whether they use vacation points or another form of payment. Members also will not be charged to park when using vacation points to stay at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel.

Disney Vacation Club Members who wish to shop, dine or enjoy activities for the day at a Disney Resort hotel are not subject to the overnight self-parking fee. Charges for valet parking will still apply.

For rental Guests, a parking fee of $24 per night will be applied to the Guest folio each night of the stay.

Learn more about parking at Walt Disney World Resort.  

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Find what you need from groceries to cameras & media, and from gifts to souvenirs. Visit these 2 shops:

• Johari Treasures
  Swahili for "gem," this shop featuring authentic African crafts and clothing as well as Disney items is a gem indeed. It's located at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village.
• Zawadi Marketplace
  Find items from everyday to exotic: sundries, snacks, African art, African-theme clothing, toys, Disney wares and more. It's located at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House.

 

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Simplify your arrival by starting the check-in process online before your trip. This service is available at:

• All Disney Vacation Club Resorts, excluding The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
• All Walt Disney World Resort hotels

Check-In Windows
You can check in online when your check-in window opens:

• 60 days prior to arrival at all Walt Disney World Resort hotels
• 10 days prior to arrival at Disney's Vero Beach Resort, Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort and Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas, Ko Olina, Hawai`i

Get Started
Once your check-in window is open, visit “My DVC Membership” and select “My Dashboard.” Then, view “My Vacation Plans” and select your vacation to begin the check-in process online.

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Take care of some of your banking needs during your stay at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village.

• A 24-hour ATM is located near the Front Desk in the lobby of Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village.
  Learn more about ATMs at Walt Disney World Resort.
• Guests interested in exchanging foreign currencies may inquire at the Front Desk or Lobby Concierge.
  Learn more about banking services at Walt Disney World Resort.

 

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Disney Vacation Club Resorts offer laundry and housekeeping services. Daily housekeeping service is not provided for Members.

A 24-hour self-service laundry room is available at each Disney Vacation Club Resort. Villas with one or more bedrooms feature an in-unit washer and dryer.

Housekeeping Service
Prior to your arrival, your room will undergo thorough cleaning—with attention to high-touch areas, like TV remotes and door handles. And during your stay, your room will receive a light cleaning service which will include:

• Removal of trash and used towels
• Replenishment of towels and amenities
• Wiping and cleaning of the vanity and counter surfaces

If you are staying on Member Points or Member Cash Discounts, you will be scheduled for trash & towel service on your fourth day. If you are staying more than eight nights, you will receive full cleaning service on your fourth day and trash & towel service on your eighth day. Trash and recycling disposal is located nearby for your use between cleaning services.

Additional housekeeping services, including additional trash & towel service, are not available for purchase.

Full-Cleaning Service
For stays of 8 or more nights, Full-Cleaning Service is provided on day 4 and Trash & Towel Service is provided on day 8, regardless of whether you're staying on a Member-discounted cash reservation, Vacation Points reservation, or a combination of both. This cycle repeats for stays longer than 8 days.

With Full-Cleaning Service, Housekeeping will provide everything included with the Trash & Towel Service, plus:

• Change the bed linens
• Vacuum and dust the vacation villa
• Clean the bathroom(s)
• Clean the kitchen/kitchenette and wash the dishes

For all stays regardless of the length of the stay, daily trash removal will be provided. Rental Guests (non-Members or Disney Vacation Club Members not booking through Membership) receive partial service every other day.

Additional Amenity Requests

You’ll be provided with the following amenities at no extra charge at the start of your stay and during each Housekeeping service. These amenities can also be replenished upon request at no additional charge:

• Coffee Package: Includes 1 package of coffee, 8 sugars, 8 creamers, 8 artificial sweeteners
• Towel Package: Includes 4 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 4 washcloths, 1 bath mat
• Laundry Detergent (only in 1-, 2- and 3-Bedroom Villas): Includes 1 box for 1 load of laundry

NOTE: Rates are subject to change without notice.

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Stamps are available for purchase at Johari Treasures.

Send pre-stamped postcards and letters from the Front Desk, as well as pre-packed, pre-labeled packages.

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Theme park souvenirs can be delivered to your Disney Resort. That way, you can keep your hands free while enjoying the parks. When staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village, your packages can be picked up from Johari Treasures.

 

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This Resort offers you the convenience of in-room babysitting. In-room childcare is available for children ages 6 months to 12 years. A childcare specialist is also available to accompany you and your family during your visit to the parks, providing a helping hand where needed.

Learn more about babysitting and childcare services at Walt Disney World Resort.

 

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You must board any pet traveling with you before arrival with the exception of service animals.*

Walt Disney World Resort kennels are operated by Best Friends Pet Care, Inc.

Kennel services for daytime and overnight boarding are available to daytime Guests and Resort Guests on a space-available basis. Reservations are suggested by calling the location directly.

The Best Friends facility at Walt Disney World Resort offers a wide variety of accommodations. All suites are designed to provide comfort and privacy.

*Service animals as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act are welcome at the Resort.

Best Friends Pet Care at Walt Disney World Resort

2510 Bonnet Creek Parkway
P.O. Box 22169
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
Phone: (877) 493-9378†
Fax: (203) 840-5266†
Learn more about Best Friends PetCare.

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