TAMPA, Fla. — Get ready to experience another part of the wild world at Busch Gardens theme park in Tampa.
What You Need To Know
- Wild Oasis slated for Spring opening in former Jungala space
- South American rain forest ecosystem with more than 200 new animals
- Enchanted Falls Splash Pad, Habitat Hideaway viewing area and interactive Tree Top Drop in construction
- Rope tunnels and mazes through Wild Oasis with four stories of viewing
After years of being closed, the world of Jungala is now being reimagined as a South American ecosystem called Wild Oasis with animals, a splash pad, canopy walk and a drop tower.
“We are really excited to welcome capybara, giant anteaters, squirrel monkeys and a variety of exotic birds to Habitat Hideaway,” said Zoological Curator Kayla Wendzell.
The new animals will live in Wild Oasis, the former Treehouse Trails.
The new kid-friendly realm is set to open in the spring of 2025.
Creators say this new world compliments the park’s current offerings.
“We were already, sort of telling stories of rainforests of Africa and Asia in the park,” said Wild Oasis creative lead Nick Pelisek. “And so this was a great opportunity to introduce a whole new ecosystem.”
And considering Florida’s ecosystem — there’s also a splash pad in this rainforest.
The old Jungala drop tower is coming down for a deluxe, 35-foot-tall new drop tower.
“As part of the ride experience, we are adding digital screens to either side so riders can enjoy a movie-like experience while on the ride,” said Wild Oasis Project Manager Tony Perry. “There’s surround sound, and we’ve also got lasers on this ride, which is super fun.”
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