Can someone explain Concierge at AKV

[lildeb724]

Is concierge at both Kidani and Jambo? Do the 1 bedrooms come with Savannah views at either? What offerings does the lounge have? Does concierge have daily mousekeeping? What is the chance of getting concierge at the 7 month window?

 

[drusba]

5 2BR lock-offs and thus potential total of 10 rooms (5 1BRs, 5 studios), all at Jambo, none at Kidani, all over the lobby at Jambo on 6th fl (only place there is a 6th fl rest of Jambo is 5) and two face the pool and three (including handicap accessible one) the sunset savanna, view can be requested but is not guaranteed, point cost includes daily maid service and turn down service, lounge has mostly finger foods, chances of getting it at 7 months are very slim but a few have reported success (in fact chances of getting it any less than 11 months out are weak).

 

[erionm]

Here's some information from the member website:

Kilimanjaro Club Concierge accommodations include the following Kilimanjaro Club Level Services:

• Advanced Walt Disney World itinerary planning service
• Personalized front desk and Concierge service
• Daily housekeeping service and evening turndown with chocolates
• Secured key access to 6th floor and Club Level lounge
• Weekday newspaper delivery of USA Today
• Assistance with special events planning and shopping
• Club Level Lounge refreshments

Plus:

Sunrise Safari at Disney's Animal Kingdom® Park
Take a 30-45 minute safari to get an insider look at the animals, the grounds and the operation of Disney's Animal Kingdom Park. After the safari, savor a lavish breakfast buffet at Pizzafari. Subject to availability, Park admission is required but not included. This tour is exclusive to Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Kilimanjaro Club Level Concierge Guests only. For full details and to check pricing, times, and availability Club Level Guests should contact The Resort Concierge Itinerary Planning Office in advance of their stay at 407-938-4755.

Wanyama Safari
Available to all Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Guests, this three-hour safari-dinner adventure is a recreation of a true African afternoon game drive. Spend time with members from the Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Animal Programs team to learn about the natural history and management of the animal collection. Enjoy incredible photo opportunities of the animals and the architecture of the Resort. Conclude the experience with a multi-course meal at Jiko — The Cooking Place. Subject to availability. Guests must be 8 years of age or older. For full details and to check pricing, times, and availability Guests should contact The Resort Concierge Itinerary Planning Office in advance of their stay at 407-938-4755.

Wildlife Discovery Excursion
Venture off the trail of the Harambe Wildlife Reserve during this one-hour adventure led by a seasoned Safari Guide and animal expert. Stop at special observation areas for unique photo opportunities. Park admission is required, but not included. This tour is only available to Club Level Guests at all Walt Disney World® Resort hotels. For full details and to check pricing, times, and availability Club Level Guests should contact The Resort Concierge Itinerary Planning Office in advance of their stay at 407-938-4755.

Concierge Level guests get a discount on the Wanyama Safari.

 

[Disneycouple99]

Concierge Level guests get a discount on the Wanyama Safari.

The price changed in Dec. Now it is $170.00 for everyone.

 

[canluvpooh]

We just came back from a 6 night stay at AKV conceirge - in the dreaded HA unit (not bad, but the shower was stupid - flooded the floor a couple of times!). It was a SV room.

Booked at 11 months as soon as MS opened so I am not sure how successful you will be at 7 months.

There is daily mousekeeping, including turn down service. All in all, it was good but I probably won't do it again due to the number of points.

 

[TLSnell1981]

I snagged two, AKV concierge 1 BR villas at seven months. We will be there in September, so it's not impossible

 

[DebbieB]

I stayed in a 1 bedroom with a friend who owns at Beach Club. She got it at 7 months. The best part was the sunrise safari. We were disappointed that we got the pool view side but were able to change the next day to the handicapped savannah view. Both showers had issues. In the regular room, it was hard to get in and out of the tub because it was so high (I'm short). Then the handicapped room had the walk-in.