Hi Julie!
Now that is a tough question! Both experiences are wonderful and it's extremely difficult to choose between them. The main question is what you want to get from the experience.
I also have a nine-year old daughter who wants to be a vet when she grows up and she loves animals, Therefore, the
Wanayama Safari is a dream come true for her! If your daughter is like mine, I think she would LOVE this experience. You will get a special 90-minute tour with personalized, interactive guidance from an expert guide. You will also enjoy a pre-safari reception and a lovely dinner at
Jiko - The Cooking Place after the dinner. You will see so many animals that you normally wouldn't get to see and it's an entire experience that you will never forget!
The I
lluminations Sparkling Dessert Party in
Epcot is also an unforgettable experience. You will get to try desserts from around the world inside a private dining area prior to going outside in a roped off reserved area for viewing Illuminations. We experienced this last year and it was nice having a special spot to see the fireworks without worrying about lining up a while before. This is a great experience if you want to maximize your time in the parks, since this is in Epcot and not a resort, and if you and your daughter love fireworks.
No matter what you choose, you will have a magical time with your daughter at Walt Disney World!
Magically,
Stacy