Wide shot of Iron Gwazi with a coaster train filled with exciting guests going down the 91 degree exhilarating drop

National Roller Coaster Day

Take a behind-the-scenes tour to celebrate National Roller Coaster Day.

In celebration of National Roller Coaster Day on Tuesday, August 16th, Busch Gardens will be celebrating by offering FREE behind-the-scenes tours all weekend long!

All activities require an event ticket to attend the experience. Tickets are available for free on a first-come, first-serve basis. Visit the Serengeti Outpost on the day of your visit to reserve a behind the scenes experience for the day.

*Included with park admission. Event details subject to change and/or cancellation without prior notice.

Aug 13
Aug 16
Included with park admission.


  • Cheetah Hunt

    Cheetah Hunt

    12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
    *Event Ticket Required from Serengeti Outpost in Nairobi
    Go behind the scenes and learn more about this thrilling triple-launch coaster. Arrive early for this special tour, space is limited!

  • Cobras Curse

    Cobra's Curse

    12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
    *Event Ticket Required from Serengeti Outpost in Nairobi
    Go behind the scenes and learn more about Florida's first family spin rollercoaster. Arrive early for this special tour, space is limited!

  • Iron gwazi

    Iron Gwazi

    12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
    *Event Ticket Required from Serengeti Outpost in Nairobi
    Go behind the scenes and learn more about the world's fastest and steepest hybrid coaster. Arrive early for this special tour, space is limited!

  • SheiKra

    SheiKra

    12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
    *Event Ticket Required from Serengeti Outpost in Nairobi
    Go behind the scenes and learn more about this extreme dive coaster. Arrive early for this special tour, space is limited!

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