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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Other Entertainment and Tours

Special Entertainment:

“KaTonga: Musical Tales From the Jungle” takes you on a journey to the heart of Africa in a 35-minute musical celebration of animal folklore. The show follows a day in the lives of aspiring storytellers, called Griots, as they strive to become masters of their craft. To accomplish this rite of passage, the performers evoke traditional African stories that mesmerize and entertain! Masterful puppet design, magical folklore, energetic original music and spectacular African-inspired dance combine to create the first theme park show of Broadway-production caliber.

“Pirates 4-D”: A swashbuckling 4-D comedy for the entire family, the Caribbean caper combines the latest 4-D special-effects technology with multi-sensory theater effects to thrill guests of all ages. The 750-seat Timbuktu Theater features four digital projectors that run simultaneously, and guests wear 3-D glasses to view the visual effects that allow the film action to vault off the screen. Surround-sound speakers built into the seats and special effects, including wind and sprays of water, further immerse the audience in this treasure-hunt adventure.

Mystic Sheiks of Morocco: Snap your fingers and move your feet to the music of this high-energy brass and percussion marching band.

Animal Attractions:

Serengeti Plain: This habitat features hundreds of exotic African animals that can be seen from the Serengeti Express Railway, Skyride, Serengeti Safari and various walkways. The 65-acre environment includes expansive berms, the largest of which is four acres; tiered and open landscapes covered with native and African grasses, scrub trees and shrubs; rock outcroppings and bluffs replicating natural formations; and naturalistic creek beds and mud banks.

Myombe Reserve: Enter the lush forest where gorillas and chimpanzees can be viewed in this naturalistic rainforest habitat. Tour the Great Ape Domain amid waterfalls and through shrouds of mist and fog to get an up close look at these majestic primates.

Bird Gardens: Soar over to our Bird Gardens area to check out almost 500 tropical birds from around the globe. You can enjoy the Wild Wings of Africa show, see our feather-filled aviary, and experience the powerful presence of bald and golden eagles in Eagle Canyon. After the show you can talk to conservation educators about how to attract birds to your own backyard.

Lory Landing: The domed habitat showcases a variety of brilliantly colored birds including several species of parrots, including lorikeets, as well as hornbills and pheasants in both free flight and observational environments.

Clydesdale Hamlet: Guests can pose for a picture with one of the World Famous Budweiser Clydesdales during daily photo and petting sessions.

Other Attractions:

Land of the Dragons: Includes our three-story-tall tree house, an enchanted forest, one-of-a-kind slides, a gentle waterfall, wonderful rides and, of course, friendly dragons! The Land of the Dragons' stage features a family-friendly show staring Dumphrey the dragon and friends.

Serengeti Express Train: See the beauty of the Serengeti Plains as you make a round-trip journey from our Nairobi train station on the Serengeti Express Train.

King Tut’s Tomb: Travel back in time to the mysteries of King Tut's Tomb. You'll get to visit a realistic replication of King Tut's burial site as it was being excavated in the 1920's. The park’s Egypt area also includes an area for kids to do their own digging.

Skyride: View the spectacular scenery as you fly through the air in a cable car that runs between the Crown Colony area and the Congo on the opposite side of the park.

Educational Tours And Programs:

Serengeti Safari: For animal enthusiasts, we offer half hour Serengeti Safari tours daily. This open truck tour offers guests a unique look at our Serengeti Plain habitat and the opportunity to feed giraffes, antelopes and birds by hand! Encounter African wildlife up close with a Busch Gardens education specialist as your guide. Cost of the tour is $33.99 per person plus tax in addition to park admission.

Family Adventure Tour: Pave the way towards a lifetime appreciation of nature and beauty for your entire family. This 45-minute behind-the-scenes tour of the Nairobi Field Station includes up-close and personal experiences with some of Busch Gardens’ most amazing animal ambassadors.  This tour is a child’s passport to a lifetime of adventure. The tour is open to all ages for $33.99 per person, plus tax.

Animal Adventure Tours: Experience the ultimate adventure during our two-hour behind-the-scenes Animal Adventure Tour, featuring some of the park’s most famous animals. The tour combines a walking safari with an off-road truck tour, hosted by a Busch Gardens education specialist and animal care staff. Cost of the tour is $119.99 per person plus tax in addition to park admission.

Saving a Species: During this 45-minute safari, guests can meet giraffes up close, observe some truly wild behavior from our white rhinos, and then meet our famous black rhinos. Talk to zookeepers who are working to save these endangered species, and learn about the different conservation efforts that Busch Gardens and the World Wildlife Fund are making to protect wild places. Cost of the tour is $44.99 per person plus tax in addition to park admission, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit World Wildlife Fund conservation projects.

Busch Gardens Adventure Camps: Busch Gardens’ education department also offers many summer classes, sleepover opportunities, residential programs and adventure camps for kids of all ages, as well as the whole family. For information, call (877)-BGT-CAMP or e-mail education@buschgardens.org

Guided Tours:

Sunset on the Serengeti:  As the sun sets over the Serengeti Plain and the day’s adventure draws to a close, experience an animal encounter unlike any Busch Gardens has ever offered. It begins in the Crown Colony’s Brew Master’s Club, where guests can sample premium lagers. Then, the journey continues on the park’s 65-acre Serengeti Plain, where participants will hand-feed giraffes and encounter other African wildlife while indulging in Anheuser-Busch’s world-class beers. This one-hour tour is offered daily for $39.99 per person, plus tax, for ages 21 and older with proper identification.

Ultimate Adventure: Want an intense adventure filled with wild animals and even wilder rides? This is an exclusive all-day V.I.P excursion designed for the discriminating individual, family, or group. The price is $249.99 per person plus tax for adults and children.

Elite Adventure Tours: Elite Adventure tours are V.I.P. exclusive excursions with a personal tour guide. The price is $199.99 per person plus tax for adults and children.

Animal Adventure: Are you up to the next challenge? Can you handle the extreme? This tour combines a walking safari with an off-road truck tour and right to the heart of Busch Gardens. Cost for both adults and children are $119.99 each plus tax.

Guided Adventure: Love animals? Can't get enough coasters? Trek through Busch Gardens with an expert guide. The cost for adults is $94.99 each plus tax, and children are $84.99 plus tax.

Adventure Thrill Tours: Adventure Thrill Tours are semi-private 4-5 hour guided tours that include front of the line access to most major rides and attractions, as well as priority show seating for our most popular shows. The cost for adults is $74.99 plus tax, and children are $64.99 each plus tax.

Tour components and prices are subject to change without notice. Tours must be cancelled a minimum of 48 hours in advance or total payment is forfeited and a tour voucher will be issued. Park admission is required, but not included. For reservations, call (813) 984-4043 or (813) 984-4073, or e-mail Bgt.viptours@buschgardens.com

 

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