Some Animal Kingdom plans deserve a little space between the ride reservations. This is one of them.
Bakso, the Sumatran tiger at Maharajah Jungle Trek, is preparing to leave Disney’s Animal Kingdom later this fall. Disney announced the move on September 28 as he celebrates his second birthday.
Why Bakso is moving
According to Disney’s announcement, Bakso will move to another Association of Zoos & Aquariums-accredited zoo following a Species Survival Plan recommendation. The hope is that he could eventually father cubs and help support the future of his critically endangered species.
Disney has not named the receiving zoo or given an exact departure date in this announcement.
Can you still visit?
Disney says guests still have time to visit Bakso on Maharajah Jungle Trek before his move. That is a reason to include the trail in an upcoming Animal Kingdom day, without treating any particular date as a promised farewell appearance.
Our take: leave a little room in the itinerary for the living, breathing part of Animal Kingdom. Not every memorable park moment needs a ride vehicle.
If you’re starting that day early, read our Animal Kingdom rope-drop update before setting your alarm.
Have you seen Bakso on Maharajah Jungle Trek? Tell us about your visit in the comments.
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