Fascinating animal habitats, thrilling rides and attractions, live entertainment, great food and a diverse selection of specialty shops are the ingredients that make for world-class adventure at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - "the ultimate family adventure park!".
Highlights of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, an African-themed adventure park, include Kumba, Montu and Gwazi, three of the world’s top-rated roller coasters; the SheiKra dive coaster, which features two 90º drops at 70 miles per hour; Tanganyika Tidalwave; Congo River Rapids; Land of the Dragons, with its multitude of kid-friendly rides; Rhino Rally off-road Safari river adventure; Trans Veldt Railroad; Around the World on Ice; Pirates 4D; the KaTonga – Musical Tales from the Jungle; and the new Sesame Street Safari of Fun.
Other great attractions at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay include Jungala, which features exotic jungle animals such as orangutans and Bengal tigers, as well as a three-story play area with climbing nets, mazes and exploration tunnels; Jambo Junction, which offers animal feedings, lessons in husbandry and behavior training; and Rock A Doo Wop, a lively show at the Marrakesh Theater that boasts the greatest hits of the '50s and '60s.
In addition, Adventure Island waterpark lies adjacent to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Annual events at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay include Howl-O-Scream in September/October (separate admission fee required).
Located 85 miles from downtown Orlando via Interstate 4 West, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is open daily at 10 AM (closing times are seasonal; call ahead before visiting). Adult admission is $74.95 plus tax; children ages 3-9, $64.95 plus tax; and children 2 and under are admitted free. Parking is $12 for cars and motorcycles, and $14 for trucks and campers. For more information about Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, call 1-888-800-5447 or visit www.buschgardens.com. A second Busch Gardens theme park, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, can be found in Williamsburg, Virginia.
BUSCH GARDENS RIDES, ATTRACTIONS & SHOWS Air Grover - Kiddie Coaster Animal Connections - VIP Experience Bird Gardens - Home to Nearly 500 Tropical Birds and Wild Wings of Africa Show Cheetah Chase - Five-Story "Wild Mouse" Style Coaster Congo River Rapids - 12-Person Raft Ride Critter Castaways - Animal Show Edge of Africa - Animal Habitat Gwazi - Southeast's Largest and Fastest Double Wooden Roller Coaster Jambo Junction - Animal Interaction Area Jungala - Jungle Adventure Area Jungle Flyers - Tree Top Zip Line Ride KaTonga: Musical Tales from the Jungle - Musical Celebration of Animal Folklore King Tut's Tomb - Replica of King Tut's Burial Site Kumba - One of the World's Largest Vertical Loops Lory Landing - Domed Habitat that Showcases a Variety of Brilliantly Colored Birds Montu - One of the Tallest and Longest Inverted Roller Coasters Myombe Reserve - Naturalistic Rainforest Habitat with Gorillas and Chimpanzees Mystic Sheiks of Morocco - High-Energy Brass and Percussion Marching Band Rhino Rally - Wild Jeep Tour Rock A Doo Wop - Musical Show Scorpion - 60-Foot Drop and 360-Degree Loop Sesame Street Presents "Lights, Camera, Imagination!" - 4-D Show Serengeti Express Train - Round-Trip Journey that Explores the Serengeti Plains Serengeti Plain - 65-Acre Habitat that Features Hundreds of Exotic African Animals SheiKra - North America's First Dive Coaster Skyride - Cable Car Runs between the Crown Colony Area and the Congo Stanley Falls - Log Flume Ride Tanganyika Tidal Wave - River Cruise with Thrilling 55-Foot Drop Tree Top Trails - Three-Story Family Play Area The Wild Surge - Four-Story Tower Ride
BUSCH GARDENS DINING & RESTAURANTS Bengal Bistro - Cafeteria-Style Bistro Crown Colony House Restaurant - Full Table Service Desert Grill - Live Entertainment Dine with Elmo and Friends - Character Dining Orang Cafe - Family-Friendly Eatery Sultan's Sweets - Sweet Treats Zambia Smokehouse - Barbecue
BUSCH GARDENS EDUCATIONAL TOURS & PROGRAMS Busch Gardens Adventure Camps
Elite Adventure Tour
Endangered Species Safari
Jungala Insider KaTonga Insider Keeper for a Day Roller Coaster Insider Serengeti Night Safari Serengeti Safari Sunrise Safari Sunset Safari Tiger & Orangutan Keeper Experience
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