Skip Animal Kingdom for more days in MK?

[DisneyFive]

Personally, we would go down to 3 MK days and one AK. 4 MK days is overkill IMO. Sure, it's our fav park, but I wouldn't give up AK to get a 4th go at it.

Dan

 

[g8torphan]

4 days of MK crowds would make me nuts.

AK is the most relaxing park IMO

 

[Gumbo4x4]

No way.

 

[Mouse of Mystery]

We have 7 park days, 4 of 7 days planned for MK, skipping AK.
Will 3 days in MK be enough in early June crowds?

We have a Haunted Mansion-loving DS5 and a classic character-loving DD3.

I think I would honestly just ask the two little ones.

If they've never been to AK though, it might be hard for them to say for sure, in which case I'd make a decision on whether or not they like the types of things offered there -- animals, Lion King, Nemo, Bug's Life, etc.

 

[SFMommy]

What about going to AK for a 3/4 day on your departure day, since your flight doesn't leave until 9:30 pm?

 

[SplashMo]

Go for AK. You will be fine....

 

[Deanie1]

I love AK and certainly wouldn't want to miss it. I usually spend the full day there. I do rush around and get the headliners - EE and Safari out of the way and then catch some shows and wander the paths. There are so many animals to watch and the theming in the parks is terrific. I find it much more relaxing than MK and DHS. I also like to ride Safari at least twice and preferably 3 times as different animals are out at different times of the day.

Four days at MK is a lot!

 

[Planogirl]

Personally I would skip both DHS and Epcot before I'd skip AK. In fact we did skip DHS on our last trip.

I like the suggestion of spending part of the day at AK and then go to MK that evening. I'd go early and get out when it really gets hot.

 

[neejoe124]

I think I would honestly just ask the two little ones.

If they've never been to AK though, it might be hard for them to say for sure, in which case I'd make a decision on whether or not they like the types of things offered there -- animals, Lion King, Nemo, Bug's Life, etc.

I did ask the little ones. Both said they wanted to see some animals, but no dinosaurs!!

Unfortunately, we missed bugs life, bird show, and nemo the first time we went.

 

[neejoe124]

Thanks for your help everyone!!
You'll all be happy to hear that AK is now on the itinerary!
Got dinner ADR for Tusker House, as the kids love Donald and Daisy and DH loved Boma, which i hope is similar to TH.

 

[Kellykins1218]

We would skip Epcot

 

[gtpoohbear]

We have been that same week twice and crowds are not bad at all! Personally, 4 days at MK would be way too much for me, 2 is enough if they are pretty full days. And I can't imagine skipping AK, it's probably my favorite. Although really, for a week-long trip, I can't really imagine skipping any if the parks. The experience just wouldn't feel complete.

 

[neejoe124]

We have been that same week twice and crowds are not bad at all! Personally, 4 days at MK would be way too much for me, 2 is enough if they are pretty full days. And I can't imagine skipping AK, it's probably my favorite. Although really, for a week-long trip, I can't really imagine skipping any if the parks. The experience just wouldn't feel complete.

Im so glad you mentioned the crowd!
That's what got me thinking that 3 days in MK is not enough.
But knowing the crowds are manageable, AK is now back in the itinerary!!
Thanks the comment!

 

[neejoe124]

We would skip Epcot

we skipped EPCOT the first time, but since DS5 is in junior kindergarten and more aware of other countries, I thought of allotting 2 days.
this trip will be the first time for mom and dad too!

 

[5kidsmommy]

With kids that age EPCOT is tough, well at least the World Showcase is. I know when mine were that age we only did MK and AK, AK is a nice break, it is much more relaxing than the other parks and there is a lot for littles to see and do.

 

[DisneyFive]

Thanks for your help everyone!!
You'll all be happy to hear that AK is now on the itinerary!
Got dinner ADR for Tusker House, as the kids love Donald and Daisy and DH loved Boma, which i hope is similar to TH.

Great choices IMO. Tusker is one of the better buffets on property, and it would be a shame to miss AK, especially since you'll still have 3 days at MK still. Shoot, in our 8 day schedule we only have two full MK days, and maybe a few evenings if we feel like it to see Wishes and stuff. (this is our first year with park hoppers)

Dan

 

[DisneyFive]

We would skip Epcot

A few years ago I would have said the same, but it's growing on us. It was by far our least fav park, but now it's moved up to #3 of 4, with AK last. Still like all the parks though.

Dan

 

[OrangeCountyCommuter]

Well, since I rarely even bother to go the MK and never miss the AK you can tell how I would vote. LOL!

My least favorite park... MK with HS a close second.

 

[RustManFan]

I would go out of my mind with 4 days at MK. 2 is terrific.... fantastic..... but more than that and I want to go elsewhere.

AK, you are not feeling the love that I have for you!!

 

[Mouse of Mystery]

I did ask the little ones. Both said they wanted to see some animals, but no dinosaurs!!

Unfortunately, we missed bugs life, bird show, and nemo the first time we went.

No Dinosaurs! I totally understand!

Flights of Wonder, Bug's Life, and Nemo are all very nice. Lion King is one of my favorite shows at AK. One note on Bug's Life: if your kids are afraid of Hopper in the film, then you might want to try to find a preview on YouTube to decide if it is too scary. The theater is sort of dark. If you're not sure, you could always sit in the back, a "safe" distance away from the screen.