Upgrades & Add-ons

Unlimited priority access to: Cheetah Hunt^®, SheiKra^® , Serengeti Flyer^® Tigris, Cobra’s Curse^®, Montu^®, Falcon's Fury®, & Congo River Rapids^® .

One-time priority access to: ALL-NEW PHOENIX RISING^® & Iron Gwazi^® Limited availability. Pricing varies, select your date of visit for that day’s price. Park admission is required, but not included.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

Make the most of your day at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with the Elite VIP Tour. Enjoy a fully guided, personalized experience with priority access to rides, unforgettable animal encounters, and much more, all designed around your preferences for a seamless day.

Your Elite VIP Tour includes:

• Private VIP Tour Guide assigned to your party
• Personalized itinerary of up to seven hours
• Front of the line access to rides and attractions
• Multiple up close animal encounters and feeding opportunities
• Reserved seating at select shows
• Lunch at a participating restaurant of your choice
• Complimentary snacks and beverages
• Preferred parking (subject to availability)

Additional Information:

• Admission to the park is required and not included
• Minimum party size of 2 paying guests, ages 3 and up
• Children under 3 are free but require a reservation
• All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• If you have more people in your party than available tickets, please call (813) 987-5808 to explore your options
• Our team will contact you prior to your visit to discuss the details of your day
• All tour components are subject to availability

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

Climb aboard an open-air safari vehicle and head across our 65-acre Serengeti Plain® for one of the park's most iconic experiences. For up to 30 minutes, your expert guide will take you through the heart of the habitat where you'll hand-feed our towering giraffes and observe habitats of zebras, rhinos, ostriches, and up to 12 African species.

Know before you go:

• Ages 5+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Safari vehicle is standing room only; one wheelchair space available per truck
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Pricing varies per day
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal interactions and program components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per person and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Eat and drink all day as often as once every 90 minutes for one low price at participating restaurants until the published closing time.

• Plan includes: (1) entrée, (1) dessert and (1) fountain soft beverage
• Guests can dine once every 90 minutes for one day
• Child's price includes kid's meal entrées only
• Participating restaurant locations: Zagora Café, Zambia Smokehouse, Dragon Fire Grill & Pub, Oasis Pizza, BG Cuban Café, SheiKra Eats, The Wild Tortilla, and Twisted Tails Pretzels.

Unlimited priority access to: Cheetah Hunt^®, SheiKra^® , Serengeti Flyer^® Tigris, Cobra’s Curse^®, Montu^®, Falcon's Fury®, & Congo River Rapids^® .

Limited availability. Pricing varies, select your date of visit for that day’s price. Park admission is required, but not included.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

One time priority access to: Tigris, Falcon's Fury®, Cheetah Hunt^®, SheiKra^®, Montu^®, Cobra’s Curse^® , Serengeti Flyer^® & Congo River Rapids^® .

Limited availability. Pricing varies, select your date of visit for that day’s price. Park admission is required, but not included.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

One-time priority access to: Cobra’s Curse^® , Congo River Rapids^® , and Air Grover^®

Limited availability. Pricing varies, select your date of visit for that day’s price. Park admission is required, but not included. Busch Gardens' newest roller coaster, Phoenix Rising, is not included at this time.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

Unlimited priority access to: Iron Gwazi® , Serengeti Flyer^® , Tigris^®,  Falcon's Fury® , Cheetah Hunt^®, SheiKra^®, Montu^®, Cobra’s Curse^® , Phoenix Rising^® , & Congo River Rapids^® .

Limited availability. Pricing varies, select your date of visit for that day’s price. Park admission is required, but not included. 

Step behind the scenes for an up-close encounter with one of our most beloved animals. On this 30-minute walking tour, your animal care specialist will show you how our team cares for our sloth family day-to-day, give you the opportunity to touch a sloth, and share how Busch Gardens works to protect sloths in the wild.

Know before you go:

• Ages 8+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Connections Flamingo Habitat located in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step into the world of our elephant care team for an up-close encounter with one of nature's most magnificent animals. On this 30-minute tour, you'll feed an elephant, participate in a training session, and learn from our animal care specialists about conservation efforts to protect elephants in nature.

Know before you go:

• Ages 10+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 18 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Get closer than you ever imagined to one of the largest animals on the planet. On this 30-minute behind-the-scenes tour, our animal care specialists will bring you inches away from our hippos, give you the opportunity to feed one of these magnificent creatures, and share how our team cares for them every day.

Know before you go:

• Ages 7+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Journey into the Myombe Reserve for an exclusive insider look at our resident gorilla troop. On this 30-minute experience, our animal care specialists will take you to the windows of the reserve to participate in an exclusive training session while you learn more about conservation efforts to protect gorillas in nature.

Know before you go:

• Ages 5+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Wheelchair accessible
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step into Jungala for a rare encounter with one of nature's most awe-inspiring predators. On this 30-minute tour, our animal care specialists will take you behind the scenes to observe how our tigers are trained and cared for every day while sharing more about conservation efforts to protect tigers in the wild.

Know before you go:

• Ages 7+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Tiger Lodge located in Jungala at least 15 min before your tour
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Get closer to one of nature's most extraordinary animals at Cheetah Run. On this 30-minute tour, our animal care specialists will take you behind the scenes to see how our cheetahs are cared for and trained every day, and share more about conservation efforts to protect this remarkable species in the wild.

Know before you go:

• Ages 7+ only; under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at the Cheetah Habitat Window next to the Moroccan Palace at least 15 min before your tour
• Limited photo opportunities
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

*Sale Blockout dates:
2026 Blockout Dates: 11/20-11/29, 12/19-12/31
2027 Blockout Dates: 3/4-3/28, 5/28-5/31, 6/29-7/4, 11/19-11/28, 12/17-12/31

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Explore new heights with a tour of three major coasters at Busch Gardens. Get an insider look and explore behind-the-scenes operations of control rooms, launch systems, maintenance areas, and more. You’ll also get to enjoy single-use front-of-line access to each roller coaster (guests must meet all ride requirements).

Know before you go:

• All participants must meet individual attraction height requirements to ride
• Closed-toe-shoes required
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Check in at the Cheetah Run viewing windows closest to the Moroccan Palace at least 15 min before your tour
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Park admission is not included with your program reservation, but is required. Due to the special nature of this program, space is limited and early reservations are recommended. 

For the safety of our guests, Ambassadors, and our animals, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has taken extra steps to proved the safest possible experience. 

Please check in for your reserved seating at the Pantopia Theater at least 15-minutes prior to show start time.

Participants under 18 will need a parent or guardian present. Participants must be at least 3 years old and accompanied by a paid adult participant.

Taking photos of the animals and your experience is encouraged, however Busch Gardens ambassadors will not be allowed to handle your camera or other personal equipment during your encounter.
• No loose jewelry, sunglasses or smoking is permitted during the interaction.
• There are limited spots available and we cannot guarantee there will be room to add extra participants.
• Program times, prices, components and animal participation are subject to change without notice.
• The program fee is non-refundable.  Please keep in mind if you arrive late you may not be able to join the program.
• Animals met during the encounter may vary

Call 813-884-4FUN to change reservation. 

Hand-feed our towering giraffes and get an insider's look at how our team cares for the world's tallest land animal. On this 45-minute off-road tour, our animal specialists will take you into the heart of our giraffe habitat to see these incredible creatures up close and learn what goes into their day-to-day care.

Know before you go

• Ages 5+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved terrain and stairs use
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step behind the scenes and get closer to a white rhino than you ever thought possible. On this 45-minute off-road tour, your animal care specialist will guide you through our white rhino facilities, give you the opportunity to touch one of these incredible animals, and share what Busch Gardens is doing to protect the species around the globe.

Know before you go:

• Ages 8+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Standing room only; includes stair climbing, closed-toe shoes required
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal interactions and program components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step into the Myombe Reserve for an exclusive look at our resident chimpanzee troop. On this 30-minute experience, our animal care specialists will take you to the windows of the reserve to participate in an exclusive training session and learn about conservation efforts to protect chimps in the wild.

Know before you go:

• Ages 5+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Wheelchair accessible
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step into Kangaloom for a behind-the-scenes encounter with some of Australia's most iconic animals. On this 30-minute walking tour, your animal care specialist will take you into the habitat to feed and touch kangaroos and wallabies, meet another special guest animal, and share how Busch Gardens cares for these incredible marsupials day-to-day.

Know before you go:

• Ages 5+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Kangaloom at least 15 min before your tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Go behind the scenes alongside an animal care specialist for a morning you'll never forget. Over 4 hours, you'll work hands-on alongside our expert team to feed and care for kangaroos, wallabies, lorikeets, and more, discovering what it truly takes to look after some of Australia's most iconic and beloved species every day.

Know before you go:

• Ages 13+ only; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult (18 or older)
• Meet your guide at the main entrance; check in at least 15 min before your start time
• 4-hour experience, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM; personal Busch Gardens name tag included with this experience
• Maximum 3 guests per tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission not required

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change. The program fee is non-refundable; however, program may be rescheduled when possible. Please keep in mind if you arrive late, you may not be able to join the program.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per person and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Go behind the scenes alongside an animal care specialist for a morning you'll never forget. Over 4 hours, you'll work hands-on alongside our expert team to feed and care for flamingos, sloths, tortoises, and more while learning the skills it takes to care of some of the world's most exotic and endangered species.

Know before you go:

• Ages 13+ only; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult (18 or older)
• Meet your guide at the main entrance; check in at least 15 min before your start time
• 4-hour experience, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM; personal Busch Gardens name tag included with this experience
• Maximum 3 guests per tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission not required

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change. The program fee is non-refundable; however, program may be rescheduled when possible. Please keep in mind if you arrive late, you may not be able to join the program.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per person and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Go behind the scenes alongside our elephant care team for a morning you'll never forget. Over 4 hours, you'll work hands-on with our specialists to feed, train, and care for our majestic Asian elephants, gaining a deep appreciation for the extraordinary skill and dedication it takes to care for one of the world's largest animals every day.

Know before you go:

• Ages 13+ only; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult (18 or older)
• Meet your guide at the main entrance; check in at least 15 min before your start time
• 4-hour experience, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM; personal Busch Gardens name tag included with this experience
• Maximum 3 guests per tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission not required

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change. The program fee is non-refundable; however, program may be rescheduled when possible. Please keep in mind if you arrive late, you may not be able to join the program.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per person and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step inside for an up-close encounter with some of Busch Gardens' most fascinating Animal Ambassadors. In this 30-minute experience, your animal care specialist will introduce you to multiple species in a comfortable, indoor, noise-controlled setting with plenty of photo opportunities along the way. Guests are also welcome to interact with animal artifacts and sensory bins available during the experience.

Know before you go:

• Ages 3+ can attend; 5+ can participate in interactions; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Wheelchair accessible, indoor, noise-controlled environment
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your experience
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step behind the glass for an exclusive look at what it takes to care for over 200 species of animals at Busch Gardens. On this 30-minute walking tour, our expert education guides will take you through our Animal Care Center, show you specialized veterinary equipment up close, and share how our team provides world-class care and husbandry for the animals that call our park home. Animal viewing is not guaranteed on this facility tour.

Know before you go:

• Ages 5+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Wheelchair accessible
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step into our flamingo habitat to feed these iconic birds up close, then join our animal care specialists at Animal Connections for an interactive training session with our Animal Ambassadors. Over 30 minutes, you'll get to touch, observe, and learn about multiple species and the unique adaptations that make each one extraordinary.

Know before you go:

• Ages 3+ can attend; 5+ can participate in interactions; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Connections Flamingo Habitat located in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Get up close with our African penguins at Penguin Point for an encounter you won't forget. On this 30-minute tour, our animal care specialists will take you behind the scenes to meet and touch these charming birds up close, and learn about conservation efforts to protect this endangered species in the wild.

Know before you go:

• Ages 5+ only; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Step inside the Aldabra tortoise habitat for a truly unique up-close encounter. On this 20-minute experience, you'll get to touch and feed one of the largest tortoise species in the world while our animal care specialists share what makes these magnificent ancient animals so extraordinary.

Know before you go:

• Ages 3+ can attend; 5+ can participate in interactions; guests under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible party aged 14 or older
• Check in at Animal Interactions & Tours in Nairobi at least 15 min before your experience
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission required and not included

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per group and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Go behind the scenes alongside an animal care specialist for a morning you'll never forget. Over 4 hours, you'll work hands-on alongside our expert team to feed and care for African penguins, Aldabra tortoises, and more, learning what it takes to care for some of the park's most fascinating and unique species every day.

Know before you go:

• Ages 13+ only; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult (18 or older)
• Meet your guide at the main entrance; check in at least 15 min before your start time
• 4-hour experience, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM; personal Busch Gardens name tag included with this experience
• Maximum 3 guests per tour
• Not wheelchair accessible; tour involves walking on unpaved and uneven terrain
• Park admission not required

This program is subject to availability. Limited quantities are available each day, reservations are required. Animal experience components may vary. All tour components and pricing are subject to change. The program fee is non-refundable; however, program may be rescheduled when possible. Please keep in mind if you arrive late, you may not be able to join the program.

All tours are subject to availability and limited quantities are available each day. Prices listed are per person and do not include tax. Tours must be cancelled at a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Modifications within 24 hours of your tour time will incur a change fee. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Stay refreshed ALL-SEASON LONG with unlimited fountain beverage and ICEE refills to your souvenir bottle at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay & Adventure Island.

• Valid for use Jan. 1, 2027 - Jan. 4, 2028.
• Includes unlimited fountain beverages and ICEE refills at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay & Adventure Island.
• May be redeemed at any Busch Gardens restaurant location starting Jan. 1, 2027.
• All bottles must be picked up by June 30, 2027. Unclaimed bottles are subject to forfeiture if inventory is no longer available.

General Parking
Standard parking at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Purchase online before you visit to speed up your entry.  

Preferred Parking
Enjoy the enhanced convenience of preferred parking, which guarantees a premium parking location near the entrance of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

• Manual, lightweight wheelchairs
• Designed for easy maneuverability

Recommended weight is 250 lbs. Prices are subject to change. Reservations must be made before day of visit. This amenity can be changed or cancelled once for free as long as the change is 24 hours in advance of the reservation date, but there are charges for changes made within 24 hours or for more than one change. Rebooking or cancellation requires at least 24 hours' advance notice. If you have to change or cancel your reservation, please call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Reserve a shaded motorized wheelchair for easy mobility around the park.

• Four-wheel electric wheelchair

Must be at least 16 years of age to rent and operate ECV’s. Recommended weight limit is 500 lbs.  Must present a valid picture ID with address. Must complete a rental agreement form prior to obtaining the ECV.  Prices are subject to change. Due to safety restrictions, only the reserved operator may maneuver an ECV. Children and/or multiple passengers are not permitted on an ECV. Reservations must be made before day of visit. This amenity can be changed or cancelled once for free as long as the change is 24 hours in advance of the reservation date, but there are charges for changes made within 24 hours or for more than one change. Rebooking or cancellation requires at least 24 hours' advance notice. If you have to change or cancel your reservation, please call (813)884-4FUN(4386).

Reserve a stroller and get your children around the park in comfort and with ease without having to pack your own.

• Holds up to two children with room to spare for souvenirs and vacation goodies.
• Heavy duty framed sun shade to provide shelter from too much sun exposure.
• Equipped with safety straps to secure your little passengers.

Recommended weight is 100 lbs. or less. Prices are subject to change. Reservations must be made before day of visit. If you have to change or cancel your reservation, please call (813)884-4FUN(4386) by noon of your reservation date. Cancellations made 24 hours in advance of the reservation date are non-refundable.

The Holly VIP Tour is a private tour for a minimum of 2 guests and operates on select nights of Christmas Town. Check-in is at 4:45pm at the Animal Interactions & Tours building in the Nairobi section of the park.

The Holly VIP Tour includes:

• Private VIP tour guide for up to 4 hours
• Front-of-the-line access to Santa's House
• Flamingo feeding opportunity (ages 5+)
• Reserved seating for Christmas on Ice
• A meal at one of our signature restaurants
• Complimentary PhotoKey for the duration of the tour

Park admission is not included and is required. Prices listed are per person and do not include tax. Advanced reservations must be made before day of visit. Tours must be cancelled a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386). All components and activities are subject to change without notice. Guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Guests must be ages 5 and up to participate in the flamingo feeding.

The Jolly VIP Tour is a group tour for a minimum of 2 guests per party and operates on select Christmas Town dates. Guests must be ages 18+ to participate. Check-in is at 3:45pm at the Animal Interactions & Tours building in the Nairobi section of the park.

The Jolly VIP Tour includes:

• VIP tour guide for up to 4 hours
• Front-of-the-line access to select roller coasters
• Hand-feed giraffes on the Serengeti Safari
• 4 food or drink items from the Christmas Town cabins
• Reserved seating for Christmas on Ice

Park admission is not included and is required. Prices listed are per person and do not include tax. Advanced reservations must be made before day of visit. Tours must be cancelled a minimum of 24 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited. Tours are non-refundable if guests miss their tour time. If you have any questions or need to adjust your reservation, call (813)884-4FUN(4386). All tours are subject to availability. Guests must be ages 18 and up to participate in this tour.