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Beginning July 24th, 2019, select nights at Animal Kingdom Theme Park guests will be able to experience a special Dining Experience celebrating the animals of Africa!

Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night will be a family-friendly progressive dining experience drawing inspiration from the many facets of African cultures.

This event will be perfect for all the animal lovers in your family, because it will feature an appreciation for animal conservation along with delicious flavors, fun activities, and live music.

After enjoying a welcome reception at the train station in Harambe, you will hop on the train and journey to Rafiki’s Planet Watch. While there you’ll have the opportunity to try out a virtual reality 360-degree safari experience like they’ve never seen before! This will be available exclusively during Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night! During the VR portion you’ll to be invited to “Join our Pride” and get up close and personal with the sights and sounds of Pride Rock, coming face-to-face with our amazing African lions. There will also be character meet and greets with Lion King favorites Timon and Rafiki.

In between all this fun there will plenty of snacks and refreshments! The welcome reception will featuring meat pies, Durban chips and dip, and a hand-selected array of meats and cheeses. Lion cubs will have cheese, fruit, and Tofaa (chocolate caramel-dipped green apples) to nibble on.

Once you arrive at Rafiki’s Planet Watch there will be spiced crisp plantains, South African oat and coconut bars, and Sundowner Safari Mix with spiced nuts and dried fruit. Cubs can enjoy seasonal fruit and Trail Mix Bites with granola, chocolate chips, raisins, and honey.

This event also includes Adult Beverages!
The welcome reception will feature Harambellini, a specialty beverage featuring sparkling South African wine blended with a bright burst of passion fruit, orange, and guava juices.
At Rafiki’s there will be two specialty beverages: the Chief’s Shandy (Tusker beer blended with lemonade), and Wanjohi’s Dawa, a refreshing blend of tequila, pineapple, mango, and Ancho chile. 

After all this fun it will be time to hop back on the train and ride to your final stop of the evening – Harambe Market.
You’ll partake in a delicious dinner while enjoying upbeat music from African musicians, a dance party, and captivating storytelling. On the menu is an array of hearty dishes and yummy desserts inspired by the five featured African animals. All these options looks delicious and there are plenty of vegetarian options!

During dinner children will also be encouraged to pick their favorite “Big Five” animal which they can then learn more about at each stations and collect pieces to make a bracelet or necklace to take home!

The African Lion Station:
– Char-Grilled Steak with Herb-Infused Mealie, Chakalaka, and a Red Wine Sauce
– Chicken with Fingerling Potatoes, Kool Slaai, and Mango Sambal
– Chicken Tenders (Kid’s Option)
– Assorted African-inspired Non-Alcoholic Beverages (Also available at the Welcome Reception and Rafiki’s Planet Watch Train Station)

The Cape Buffalo Station:
– Shrimp Curry with Sustainable Shrimp, Cape Malay Green Coconut Curry, and Fragrant Basmati Rice
– Grilled Sweet Corn with Farmer’s Cheese, Chili-Lime Spice, and Citrus Aioli
– Barbecued Ribs (Kid’s Option)
– Macaroni and Cheese (Kid’s Option)

The Rhinoceros Station:
– Vegetable Curry with Roasted Seasonal Vegetables served over Basmati Rice
– Vegetarian Potato and Pea Samosa, Pickled Vegetables, and Tamarind Dipping Sauce

The African Elephant Station:
– Smoked Honey-glazed Pork Belly with White Bean Purée, Caramelized Apple-Bacon Chutney, and Curry-Apple Gastrique

The Leopard Station:
– Sustainable Fish with Coriander-Fennel Slaw and Dhania Chutney
– Grilled Lamb with Goat Cheese Polenta and Roasted Garlic Sauce
– Mini Corn Dog (Kid’s Option)

Harambe Market Courtyard Station:
– Petite Greens, Local Tomatoes, Cucumber, Sweety Drop Peppers, Citrus, and Citrus Vinaigrette
– Boerie Roll with South African Farmers’ Style Sausage, Peppadews, and Pickled Vegetables
– African Spiced Popcorn

Dessert Station:
– Honey-Caramel Candy Bar with Crispy Pearls
– Animal-inspired Cupcakes
– Lions S’mores Pop with Chocolate and Graham Cracker Crumbs

Dinner will also feature another great selection of Adult Specialty Cocktails:
– Talking Monkey – Coffee Liqueur, Banana Liqueur, and Espresso-infused Snow Leopard Vodka
– Marketplace Sangria – Blend of African Wine and Rooibos Tea finished with a Citrus and Mint Infusion
– Safari Sunset – Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Orange, and Guava Juices blended with Rum
– Assorted African Beer and Wine (Also available at the Welcome Reception and Rafiki’s Planet Watch Train Station)

Pricing Details:
Circle of Flavors: Harambe at Night begins on July 24, 2019 on select nights from 6-9 p.m. for a limited time at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Pricing is $125 plus tax for adults and $99 plus tax for children ages 3-9 and separate park admission is required.

Contact Kimberly to book this amazing dining experience!