Busch Gardens announces more details on new 'Wild Oasis' realm

The Brief

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay released new details and renderings ahead of the grand opening of the theme park's Wild Oasis realm.

The kid-friendly area will include a new drop tower ride, climbing structures, a splash pad and new animal species.

It will open in Spring 2025, but no exact date has been announced.

TAMPA, Fla. - Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced more details on Wednesday about new attractions that will be part of the theme park's Wild Oasis realm, set to open in the coming months

What's included in Wild Oasis?

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Wild Oasis will include kid-friendly attractions such as a new drop tower ride, climbing structures, a splash pad and new animal species in the park's Jungala area, according to Busch Gardens.

Habitat Hideaway

The Habitat Hideaway exhibit will feature capybaras, giant anteaters, squirrel monkeys and tropical birds, all in what Busch Gardens describes as a "lush, natural environment."

Guests will be able to view the animals at ground level and from above.

Tree Top Drop

Busch Gardens says the Tree Top Drop is a 35-foot drop tower in which riders will be surrounded by jungle scenes displayed on screens.

Riders must be at least 38 inches tall if accompanied by an adult and 42 inches tall if riding alone, according to the theme park.

Enchanted Falls

An interactive splash pad and play area dubbed Enchanted Falls will include fountains and spray towers.

Canopy Climb

Canopy Climb is set to feature four levels of climbing structures, 200 feet of horizontal climbing trails and vertical climbs that reach as high as 45 feet, theme park officials say.

Rainforest Quest

Busch Gardens describes Rainforest Quest as a "self-guided educational scavenger hunt" with a focus on various species found in the rainforest.

When will Wild Oasis open?

Busch Gardens officials announced last September that Wild Oasis would open this spring, which the theme park reiterated as part of Wednesday's announcement.

Annual Pass Members will get access before it opens to the public.