Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Step Into the Wild at the Lion and Hyena Ridge

The Edge of Africa’s Lion and Hyena Ridge marks one of the most ambitious animal habitat expansions in the park’s history! This update levels up the beloved Edge of Africa area with expansive new habitats designed for exploration and unforgettable viewing. Guests will enter through a dramatic new gateway framed by water features and towering rock formations, before getting to access shaded glass viewing areas with sweeping 270 degree perspectives.

Spanning nearly 35,000 square feet, the habitats give lions and hyenas room to roam, interact, and thrive, while offering guests rare up close moments and deeper educational encounters with expert animal care teams. It is a must see evolution for every visit, included in your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets.

Discover Wild Oasis at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Now open in Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Wild Oasis brings the rainforest to life with unforgettable fun for the whole family! This attraction, located in Jungala, invites kids and adults alike to explore, climb, splash, and discover in a jungle-like space. Featuring a thrilling drop tower, multi-species animal habitats, and interactive water play areas, every corner is designed for enjoyment. Don’t miss your chance to explore this vibrant new addition to the park. Grab your Busch Gardens Tampa discount tickets today!

Habitat Hideaway

Step into Habitat Hideaway, a lush multi-species exhibit featuring capybaras, giant anteaters, squirrel monkeys, and tropical birds. With ground-level and elevated views, this rainforest habitat sparks wonder in animal lovers of all ages!

Treetop Drop

Experience a thrilling 35-foot plunge on this drop tower with jungle scenes and cenote-inspired effects. Thrill-seekers 38 inches and taller can get on this ride, with solo riders required to be 42 inches.

Canopy Climb

Take on four levels of adventure with 200 feet of climbing trails and vertical ascents reaching up to 45 feet. A true test of balance, agility, and courage!

Enchanted Falls

Younger adventurers can cool off at Enchanted Falls, a playful splash pad filled with fountains, spray towers, and water fun. It’s perfect for beating the Florida heat in between adventures!

Experience the Iron Gwazi!

Get ready to experience the newest addition in the famous theme park, the Iron Gwazi. It is a hybrid coaster design that combines the classic wooden coaster with innovative steel tracks and adds many surprising components.

This roller coaster will take you to another level of height with its 206-foot-tall peak and unimaginable plunges from a 91-degree drop. Riders will experience an all-new roller coaster adventure that speeds up to 76 miles per hour. A heart-plunging adventure you shouldn't miss out on!

Crowned as North America's Tallest and World's Fastest and Steepest Hybrid Coaster, make sure to buckle up as you board the Iron Gwazi with your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets from FunEx. This once-in-a-lifetime ride will give you the most unforgettable moments ever!

What is Busch Gardens Tampa Bay?

This theme park is one of the most visited theme parks in the United States. It is known for incredible and sophisticated rides. Whether you are a thrill-seeker or just looking for some fun in the park, you'll surely get to enjoy the wide variety of activities and roller coasters to choose from.

This theme park also features a serene African-themed environment and its design combines the beauty of nature and the fun of amusement parks. Guests can experience a close encounter with over 200 animals in the park. So, if you love animals, you will most certainly enjoy this incredible opportunity to get closer to some exotic animals!

If you are planning to visit with your family, this is a perfect option, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a certified family-oriented theme park that brings joy to each member of the family. There is so much entertainment, adventures, and shows to look for! Make sure to check out their seasonal events to get the most out of your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets.

Is Busch Gardens Tampa Bay worth it?

The park is one of the crowd's favorites for a reason! With so many rides, lovely animal encounters, and even yummy treats in the park, its definitely a winner of the "best getaway" title. You will be enjoying a lifetime of memorable experiences!

This amazing zoo is really popular, so hurry up and purchase your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets! Trust us, your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets from FunEx is worth every penny!

What to Expect at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay?

The park is proud to host many great experiences - fun activities for all ages include arcades, indoor games like laser tag, outdoor games like Go-Karts, and even water slides. FunEx's General Admission ticket gives you admission to all of them. Save money and have an awesome time, all in one place!

High Thrill Roller Coasters at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

If you are a thrill seeker, you'll surely love the high-thrill roller coasters available with your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets. Get ready to soar with these extreme roller coaster adventures:

Tigris

Who doesn't love Tigers? This roller coaster mimics the agility of these wonderful creatures giving its guests a breath-taking roller coaster experience. With its innovative structure, the Tigris features multiple looping twists as well as forward and backward motions, incredible drops, and a 150-foot skyward surge.

Are you ready to get on this 60 mph ride that has more than 1,800 feet of track, making it a dream-come-true for coaster enthusiasts? Hop on the Tigris with your discount Busch Gardens Tampa tickets.

Montu

Looking for even more challenging adventures? Head straight to Montu, a roller coaster that features very intense inversions! It is considered Florida's favorite inverted roller coaster as it has the most intense thrills and inverted stunts.

Guests will experience a twisting drop, 60-foot vertical loops, a weightless roll, and an Immelmann loop which is a simultaneous roll and loop. It has seven inversions that make it the ultimate thrill! Grab your discount Busch Gardens Tampa ticket and come and see why the Montu became the coaster enthusiasts' all-time-favorite!

Cheetah Hunt

Don't miss the opportunity to celebrate the fastest animal on earth, the Cheetah! Here in the famous theme park, guests can race through as fast as a Cheetah while boarding the longest and quickest roller coaster. This ride is also one of the top favorites, as it carries the riders to heart-stopping heights, and races down along a rocky gorge at a length of 4,400 feet!

Purchase your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets and don't forget to stop by this park's longest thrill ride attraction!

Water Rides at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Prepare yourself for a big splash! With your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets, head straight to these water rides perfect to cool off on a very warm day in the park!

Congo River Rapids

If you are looking for some watery adventures, then this is the place to go! At Congo River Rapids, you will experience a thrilling plunge, so be ready to get soaked in the looming waterfalls. Enter the mysterious caves and enjoy riding this fun family raft!

With your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets, you will be able to climb aboard this refreshing water ride that will send you twirling down the river with spouting jets and waterfalls. You might also get soaked by bystanders firing the water spray jets at the unsuspecting adventurers! Hurry up and buy your discount Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets!

Meet the animals at Busch Gardens

• Sloths

  Come and see the unique tree-dwelling animals, Sloths. They are known for their slow-moving lifestyle and how they uniquely hang from the tree branches. With your Busch Gardens Tampa discount ticket, you'll get to see them spend their time upside down the trees.

• Lemurs

  Busch Gardens Tampa also houses lemurs that are typically found in the tropical rain forests in Madagascar. These primates whose soft fur is reddish-brown to gray or black have noses and whiskers that resemble a cat.

• Penguins

  Who doesn't love penguins? At Busch Gardens, you will get the chance to see a playful colony of African Penguins in a 65-degree chilled water habitat. Make sure to stop by the Penguin Point in Nairobi to see them play.

• Orangutans

  Your journey in the wild won't be complete without stopping by the Jungala to see the Orangutans in the park. Your kids will surely enjoy watching them swinging from one branch to another. Check the complete list of animals exhibited in the park accessible with your discount tickets.

Dining Options at Busch Gardens

Roaming around the park, visiting the animals, and engaging in fun activities can make you hungry. Don't worry though, we listed down all the best dining options inside:

• Chick-Fil-A

  If you are craving some Chick-fil-a lunch or dinner meals, this is the perfect dining option to satisfy you! They also offer sandwiches, nuggets, fries, waffles, and more! Kids will also enjoy their selection of fan-favorite beverages and desserts such as frosted lemonade, brownies, cookies, and milkshakes. Try their specialties at the Jungala Area in the park. They are open from Monday to Saturday.

• Zambia Smokehouse

  Who wants a tasty barbecue after all the adventures? If you want to have some delicious barbecue ribs, head straight to the Zambia Smokehouse! You'll surely be enticed by the aromas of their exciting and flavorful meal in their open barbecue pit.

• Oasis Pizza

  Pizza simply never goes out of style. Satisfy your taste buds with freshly baked pizza or enjoy a delicious entrée such as fresh salads in the Oasis Pizza found at the Serengeti Overlook. Indulge in a delicious meal while enjoying the beautiful scenery.

• Zagora Cafe

  Run over to the Zagora Cafe, they are known to serve fresh-from-the-grill cheeseburgers, chicken tender platters, delicious desserts, and some other delicious plates! This great dining option for families.

  

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food Policy

At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the park policy restricts outside food, beverages, or coolers from being brought into the park. However, understanding that hydration is essential, guests are permitted to bring a bottle of water or a refillable water bottle. Here’s a breakdown of the policy for clarity:

General Restrictions:

• No outside food, beverages, or coolers are generally allowed inside the park.

Exceptions for Dietary Needs:

• Guests with special dietary requirements, such as those related to allergies, baby food, or formula, may be eligible for exceptions.

• To facilitate these exceptions, guests should speak with Park Security upon arrival for approval of their dietary items.

Helpful Tips:

• Contacting park security ahead of your visit can streamline your entry process.

• This policy ensures that all guests have a safe and enjoyable experience while adhering to park safety standards.