Archive for January 21st, 2010

Entering the Sunset Overlook, it’s easy to imagine you have stepped back in time and into the home of a fascinating couple; well-traveled and well-read, their captivating study a celebration of the destination they most loved – Africa.

The walls are a pictorial essay of amazing sights and unforgettable friendships; antelope and zebra, Ashanti and Zulu.  There are cabinets filled with mementoes of their journeys, taken at a time when the world seemed larger, travel more challenging, and Africa the unknown and mysterious “Dark Continent.”

Today, the Sunset Overlook continues its safari connection.  It’s the early-morning meeting place for Sunrise Safari participants.  In the evening, it hosts Cultural Safaris which feature representatives from different African countries sharing their stories.  For many guests, these Cultural Representatives are the highlight of a stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.

Just outside, a balcony offers views of the Sunset Savannah where close encounters with ostriches and giraffes are commonplace.

Check the activities schedule for wildlife games and performances of traditional music, or plan a quiet visit during the day to relax and enjoy the surroundings.