Encircled by Discovery River, this lush green island is your departure point for excursions into the different realms of the Park.

Attractions

The Tree of Life

The centerpiece of Disney's Animal Kingdom Park, this 14-story masterpiece is 50 feet wide at the base. The tree is hand-carved with a swirling tapestry of over 325 animal images to create a staggering spectacle that is truly a sight to behold!

It's Tough to be a Bug!

Deep within the Tree of Life is a wonderful 3-D show. See Flik and Hopper from "A Bug's Life" in a totally new adventure. Put on your special "bug eyes" to see life from an insect's point of view in this 3-D show filled with Audio-Animatronics characters, special effects, and lots of laughs. Presentation duration is about 7 and one half minutes.
:Attraction may be too intense for children and some adults; this is wheelchair accessible.

Discovery Island Trails

Stroll around The Tree of Life and discover a soft landscape of trees, pools and grass filled with wildlife. You may see Galapagos tortoises, lemurs, and cotton-top tamarins.
:For safety and comfort, this is wheelchair accessible.