Busch Gardens is an African Jungle Theme Park with five roller coasters one of which is massive.  For thrill seekers in this department this is the place to be. I for one can vouch for all the coaster rides having recently been on all five.  For the real thrill seekers the MONTU is the one !!  Once you get to the top on the initial climb, all you can think about is the extent of what you are about to endure. At least it is over fairly quickly !

Busch Gardens features one of the latest roller coasters, the GWAZI to be built in Florida and it opened in June 1999. This is a wooden coaster that reaches speeds of 55mph and makes all the old rickety noises which are echoed by the wooden structure. There are two tracks to choose from and you loose your stomach at the first drop !

A train ride covers the perimeter of the theme park and is a good way to get around.  You will also see many of the animals the park have become proud of, many being born in captivity here and no where else in the world.

There is also a water ride called the Congo River Rapids.  Now my advice to all is make that small purchase of a plastic "mackintosh" for a few dollars at the start.  As the ride says you may get wet, EVEN SOAKED !  My experience is, its the latter, and I mean soaked !!!  Watch out for those camera's. 

Now these chaps above are real, they just look like models!

There is also a gentler Flume Ride and much larger boat ride on which you will definitely get a good soaking and all of those spectators watching if they are not careful. There is a 200' SPLASH ZONE. That's why I do not have a picture. This is a great day out.  You need soft shoes which you will not mind getting wet......yes its a tiring but enjoyable day.  There are plenty of places to get soft drinks throughout the day. Remember if its very warm, drink plenty of fluids.

If your a Koi fish keeper the number, size and colors of the Koi here will amaze you as you grab a snack and drink at one of the rest stops. Even the parks Pelicans show no interest.

As the park is owned by BUSCH the beer makers, two complimentary glasses of their beers may be tasted.  Just a note you have to be over 21 years to drink alcohol in FLORIDA and they usually require an ID if you look young.