mickeyluv'r
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Feb 14, 2005
Our trips vary so much, I couldn't say that we stick to just one amount of time in AK. It always used to close at 5/6pm, so there was no evening option. It also depends a bit on the weather.
In general, we stay in all the parks just as long as we feel happy being there. If we need a break, we leave and maybe return for the night hours. Other times, we go all day. AK now has some fun stuff to see after dark, so I suggest trying to see it. Either stay all day or plan to return if you feel up to it.
I suggest assessing your energy level about 2pm. To take a break AND return for the PM stuff- you need at LEAST a 3 hour window, maybe longer. Your transit might be less than an hour each way, but that's a rough estimate of how much time you should allow each way, and you'll want your break to last at least an hour, so =3 hours.
Another fun option is an ADR at AKL's Boma or Sanaa one night. AKL's lobby is very nice, and it is fun to go out and see the animals before or after dinner without having to tax yourself too much. Plus, the food's great.
In general, we stay in all the parks just as long as we feel happy being there. If we need a break, we leave and maybe return for the night hours. Other times, we go all day. AK now has some fun stuff to see after dark, so I suggest trying to see it. Either stay all day or plan to return if you feel up to it.
I suggest assessing your energy level about 2pm. To take a break AND return for the PM stuff- you need at LEAST a 3 hour window, maybe longer. Your transit might be less than an hour each way, but that's a rough estimate of how much time you should allow each way, and you'll want your break to last at least an hour, so =3 hours.
Another fun option is an ADR at AKL's Boma or Sanaa one night. AKL's lobby is very nice, and it is fun to go out and see the animals before or after dinner without having to tax yourself too much. Plus, the food's great.
Last edited:
