Originally Posted By nbodyhome There is a sunset and sunrise safari (I think they still have both) available to concierge guests who pay extra. I know some non-concierge guests who had the chance to do it as well. I have heard nothing but good reviews. (I have not done them myself).
Originally Posted By Jhawk The Winyama Safari is the sunset Safari. You must be a guest at AKL, but it is not necessary to be concierge level. It is expensive and includes a dinner w/wine pairings at Jiko. All safari guests must be at least 8 years of age and the safari itself is limited to 12 people. It is offered three nights per week and happens on the grounds of AKL, not at the park. I was just wondering if anyone had done it and if it was worth the $!!
Originally Posted By dshyates I haven't done it, but some of my friends did the sunrise safari and it was the highlight of their trip. They simply couldn't gush enough about how cool it was. What they like best was the fact it was a small group, and extremely knowledgable guide, and the view of the sunrise over the savannah. But I do believe that one goes into the park, but doesn't include a meal.
Originally Posted By nbodyhome They are banning kids under 8? For SHAME, Disney! I haven't done either, but have never heard anything but good reviews of both.
Originally Posted By Jhawk They probably don't want the small kids there, since it costs $210 pp. Also, they have that fancy dinner at Jiko afterward. How is Jiko?
Originally Posted By dshyates No, kids aren't allowed because of the subject matter. Its all about "animal husbandry". Be sure to bring the video camera. OK, I made all that up, sorry. Someone should take away my keyboard.
Originally Posted By nbodyhome LOL!!!!! You'll see animals in boxers and cowboy boots... Is it really $210 now? I was just looking online (it did used to be only for concierge, I guess they couldn't fill all the spaces that way - PLUS, I don't think there is much concierge left at the AKL). Jiko is a nice restaurant. My meal was okay - not fantastic, when I ate there. But it has been a few years, and I was only there once. If I have a sit-down at the AKL, it tends to be Boma. I bet it would be a great time for you.
Originally Posted By beamerdog Has anyone here been on the 3 or 6-hour tour of the San Diego's Wild Animal Park? How does this safari differ from that? Is it through the adjacent land to AKL? Thanks.
