The Kilimanjaro Safaris ride at Disney´s Animal Kingdom theme park. The Kilimanjaro Safaris tour begins in the Harambe Wildlife Reserve, across the river from Discovery Island. Climb aboard a rugged open-sided safari vehicle for an exciting expedition through the wildlife preserve. The ride can be a bit bumpy as it crosses rickety bridges, rocky hills and rivers—but you´re rewarded with spectacular animal sightings.