No one likes to wait in lines; however, lines are a reality of visiting any theme park. Even Guests who know the ins and outs of FastPass+ have to wait in lines from time to time. If you’re in between FastPass+ reservations and the standby lines to the E-ticket attractions are long, there are several attractions that have minimal waits no matter how large the crowds.

The following attractions at Disney’s Animal Kingdom should have an average peak wait time of 30 minutes or fewer.* The majority of the attractions below are walk-through exhibits or stage shows with scheduled showtimes. Guests are encouraged to arrive approximately 20 minutes before the listed showtime to secure a more desirable seat.

Affection Section
Located in: Rafiki’s Planet Watch
Ride type: Petting zoo
Average peak wait time: Guests must take the Wildlife Express Train to access this attraction.

The Boneyard
Located in: DinoLand U.S.A.
Ride type: Play area that features a multi-level maze, slides and interactive dinosaur-themed exhibits. For kids 10 and under.
Notes: Currently closed for refurbishment; set to re-open on March 17th, 2016.
Average peak wait time: None.

Conservation Station
Located in: Rafiki’s Planet Watch
Ride type: Exhibits and activities that promote conservation awareness.
Average peak wait time: Guests must take the Wildlife Express Train to access this attraction.

Discovery Island Trails
Located in: Discovery Island
Ride type: Walk -through outdoor exhibit featuring kangaroos, flamingos, porcupine and more.
Average peak wait time: None

Finding Nemo-The Musical
Located in: DinoLand U.S.A.
Ride type: 40-minute live-action show featuring puppets and live performers.
Average peak wait time: Check the daily schedule for the most convenient showtime.

Flights of Wonder
Located in: Asia
Ride type: 25-minute outdoor show focusing on the natural behaviors and talents of exotic birds.
Notes: Currently closed for refurbishment; set to re-open on March 17th, 2016.
Average peak wait time: Check the daily schedule for the most convenient showtime.

It’s Tough to Be a Bug!
Located in: Discovery Island
Ride type: 4D film featuring Flik from A Bug’s Life.
Notes: This attraction is loud, dark and scary. If you’re traveling with little ones, you’re forewarned!
Average peak wait time: Continuous shows. Unless Guests just miss a show, the wait should be less than 10 minutes.

Maharajah Jungle Trek
Located in: Asia
Ride type: Walk -through outdoor exhibit featuring tigers, bats, a flying fox and more.
Average peak wait time: None.

Pangani Forest Exploration Trail
Located in: Africa
Ride type: Walk -through outdoor exhibit featuring gorillas, hippos, meerkats and more.
Average peak wait time: None.

DIStracted Tip:  If you have a smartphone there’s no need to run from attraction to attraction to find out the wait times. Just download the free My Disney Experience app to see real time information!

If you’re planning to visit the Magic Kingdom , Epcot, or Disney’s Hollywood Studios, be sure to check out my articles entitled Magic Kingdom Attractions with Short(er) Wait Times , Epcot Attractions with Short(er) Wait Times and Disney’s Hollywood Studios Attractions with Short(er) Wait Times.

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* The wait times are estimates and are extrapolated from the waiting time data on touringplans.com.