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Timon and Rafiki Shift to The Oasis as Animal Kingdom Closes Planet Watch for Bluey Overhaul

The closure has redirected meet-and-greets, placing Donald, Daisy, and Goofy at Harambe Station with times in the My Disney Experience app.

Overview

  • Timon and Rafiki now greet separately in The Oasis near Garden Gate Gifts on an hourly rotation, typically Timon at :20 and Rafiki at :50.
  • Rafiki’s Planet Watch/Conservation Station is temporarily closed to install a Bluey and Bingo experience where guests can meet and play with the characters.
  • The Affection Section petting zoo has permanently closed, with reporting indicating Australian animals will be featured in the reimagined area.
  • Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Goofy are meeting at the Wildlife Express Train Harambe Station while the train is paused during the closure.
  • Outlets direct guests to the My Disney Experience app for the latest character times and locations during these operational shifts.