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Kidani at AKL Anything i should know a first time staying here ??
Hi Everyone ,
I just booked my first ever stay for kindahni village at AKL i have a Savanna view and i would love to know any ins and outs or secrets i should know to make our stay more magical ?
Thank You to Anyone that can help me
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We've only stayed at Kidani once, as we prefer Jambo, but one thing I would say is that if you end up at the end of the resort, the furthest from the lobby, it is a very long walk. I discovered that on the resort opening night when I went to see the rooms that fellow PassPorters had and I couldn't believe the hike to get there. If that's something that might bother you, it might be worth asking to see if you can get a room nearer the lobby. If you have a car, it will less of an issue, as there's parking underneath the resort and you can usually park fairly close to your room - at least that was our experience when we stayed there.
We've stayed at Kidani once as we, too, prefer Jambo, but when we were there, we definitely thought it was beautiful. It's a lot quieter than Jambo and, like Cheryl mentioned, it's actually a pretty nice resort if you have a car as you can park under the resort itself near the elevators that would be near your room.
However, being that there is no QS at the resort itself, you need to go to Jambo for The Mara, this can be a hike if you like breakfast, etc.
Otherwise, it was a lovely, peaceful resort, but, like I mentioned, DH and I like the hustle and bustle of the lobby at Jambo, especially when we're able to then retreat to the quiet of our room when needed.
Enjoy the savannah view! Nothing is cooler than waking up to a giraffe outside your room!
"Magical" varies but here's what we learned from our first time there last month...some of these are just becoming comfortable with being there.
1) Smoking areas - there's only two, both on the garage level with one near the pool and the other below the bus stop to the parks; take an elevator to each.
2) Pools - Kidani has the water playground and two hot tubs, Jambo House has the better pool IMHO with a few more hot tubs. The Flamingo pool is also right next door to Jambo's pool (staying at either resort you have access to both).
3) Go Native (drinkwise) - pick up the Joffrey's coffee (Kenyan) in the shop and put the coffee maker on 'strong'. It's excellent for the mornings on the balcony. The shops also sell African wines at a price that's pretty reasonable for Disney. If there's a Moscato drinker in the group and you're at Sanaa...get the nouveau blanc; they don't have moscato and the reisling isn't even close.
4) Pictures - grab them when you can. Baby Zebra and baby Giraffe pics are priceless and really ANY pics from there are great. The common balcony areas seem to be unlocked 24x7 so you can get out to any area after dark and grab nighttime shots as well.
5) Visit Jambo - It's impressive and makes for some great pictures in it's own right. The Lobby is HUGE. The gift store there is also one of the largest.
I would suggest if you have a car, to ask to be on the side that has the pool. We found this to very inconvenient to walk a long distance in wet swim suites. Hot as can be outside, but in the AC,brrr. But if you are in need of the bus stop I would as to be close to the lobby. Yes, the hallways can be a pain. I am all for rental cars when, it comes to this resort!
Thank You Everyone I so appricate this First
1. I will have a car
2. due to my age and things always breaking down before my trips some of you know what i mean . I did request near an elevator ?
and it would be amazing to open the curtains and see animals ?
Jambo house if it is the main building it is amazing .
????? do they still do the morning safari for people staying at AKL ????
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Glad to hear you have a car its, very nice to have you car waiting for you in the shade under the building. I would request near elevator, or near lobby if that is important to you. Elevator would be more appealing IMO. Yes, it is nice to pull open the curtains and see everything. However, there is not always animals right beside you/ in front of you. I don't believe they offer a morning safari for Kadani village. I thought it was only available for guest at Jambo house concierge??
I'll be staying at Kidani for the first time in April, so signing in to keep track of suggestions We won't have a car so I'm trying to mentally prepare for having to get a bus to Jambo for QS
I'll be staying at Kidani for the first time in April, so signing in to keep track of suggestions We won't have a car so I'm trying to mentally prepare for having to get a bus to Jambo for QS
awesome cannot wait to here about your trip before i leave ??
We love Kidani and have stayed there a few times. We prefer it to Jambo - it is a more relaxed atmosphere. The pool is great. They have a nice lounge / library area with a nice fireplace. The Community Hall is our fave out of any DVC property. Sanaa is a must-do - we enjoy it for lunch. You will love it Jeff! Have a Magical time!
We love Kidani and have stayed there a few times. We prefer it to Jambo - it is a more relaxed atmosphere. The pool is great. They have a nice lounge / library area with a nice fireplace. The Community Hall is our fave out of any DVC property. Sanaa is a must-do - we enjoy it for lunch. You will love it Jeff! Have a Magical time!
thank you carol i so appricate this and i cannot wait to stay there
We've always stayed Jambo, up until this past October. We didn't visit the parks and there was lots to do at the resort, especially for kids. Hope you enjoy your stay!
I'll be staying at Kidani for the first time in April, so signing in to keep track of suggestions We won't have a car so I'm trying to mentally prepare for having to get a bus to Jambo for QS
You don't need to take one of the busses.
They have been running a dedicated Econoline van between the Jambo and Kidani that picks you up at the entrance to each lobby.
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