Point requirements vary by season, view category, and year. Shown ranges reflect low season to peak season.
Animal Kingdom DVC Point Chart (2026)
Room Type
Adventure
Choice
Dream
Magic
Deluxe Studio
8
11
15
22
1-Bedroom Villa
15
21
28
43
2-Bedroom Villa
24
33
44
66
Grand Villa
50
70
94
140
Points shown are per night (weekday). Standard view, weekday rates. Savanna view adds 5-8 pts/night. Weekend adds 10-30%. Actual charts published annually by Disney at disneyvacationclub.disney.go.com.
Annual Dues at Animal Kingdom
$7.80
Per Point (2026)
$780
100 Points/Year
$1,170
150 Points/Year
$1,560
200 Points/Year
Note: Animal Kingdom dues are competitive among WDW resorts. Annual dues cover housekeeping, maintenance, resort upkeep, and Disney resort management.
Annual Dues History (per point)
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
$6.87
$7.08
$7.31
$7.54
$7.80
Dues have increased 14% since 2022. Disney typically adjusts dues each January.
Pros & Cons of Animal Kingdom
Pros
Savanna views from villa balconies -- watch giraffes, zebras, and exotic wildlife
Long contract term (expires 2057) -- strong long-term value
Low dues at $7.80/pt -- one of the best value resorts on property
Two village options: Kidani Village (quieter) and Jambo House (closer to amenities)
Uzima Pool and Samawati Springs pool with waterslide
Cons
Bus-only transportation -- no monorail or boat service
Farther from Magic Kingdom and EPCOT than other WDW resorts
Savanna-view rooms book quickly at 11 months -- standard views at 7 months
Requires more planning for park days due to location
Location & Transportation
Bus service to all 4 WDW theme parks and Disney Springs
Internal resort shuttle between Kidani Village and Jambo House
No monorail or boat access
Approximately 15-20 minutes by bus to Magic Kingdom
Rideshare and taxi available from resort entrance
Frequently Asked Questions
Animal Kingdom Villas contracts expire in 2057, giving buyers roughly 30+ years of use -- one of the longer remaining contract terms available.
2026 annual dues are $7.80 per point. For a 150-point contract, that is approximately $1,170 per year.
Yes -- savanna-view rooms at Kidani Village and Jambo House overlook the resort savanna where giraffes, zebras, flamingos, and other animals roam. Standard and pool views do not include savanna access.
Both are part of Animal Kingdom Villas DVC. Jambo House is the original building, closer to the resort lobby, main pool, and Animal Kingdom Lodge amenities. Kidani Village is quieter with its own pool and savanna views.
Yes -- it offers a long remaining contract life (2057), competitive dues, and genuinely unique theming and wildlife viewing not available at any other Disney resort.
Savanna-view studios are competitive and often book up quickly. Value studios and non-savanna rooms are more available. Owners should aim for the 11-month booking window for savanna views.
Why Buy Animal Kingdom DVC Resale?
Animal Kingdom Villas offers the most unique experience in the DVC portfolio -- wake up to giraffes on your balcony and fall asleep to the sounds of the African savanna. With a 2057 expiration, buyers still have over 30 years of use at $7.80 per point in annual dues, making it one of the best long-term values among all DVC properties. For families who want something truly different from a standard theme park hotel, no other DVC resort comes close.
