close Adventure Island 2025 & 2026
- Take on the Rapid Racer and challenge your friends to a thrilling water slide duel
- Experience the rush of gravity as you free-fall down Vanish Point's towering 70 ft waterslide
- Engage your senses in a whole new way with Wahoo Remix's innovative water slide featuring synchronised sound and lighting
- Get your surf on and brave the waves in the expansive 17,000 sq ft wave pool
- Drift away and relax on the peaceful Rambling Bayou - a half-mile lazy river meandering through the park
- Enjoy a fantastic selection of dining options and refreshments to keep you fueled for more aquatic fun
- Shaka-Laka Shores interactive area, perfect for kids of all ages
Discover a world where excitement never fades and every moment is packed with adventure.
Located just across the street from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, here's where you get to unleash your inner thrill-seeker on the world's first duelling saucer water slide, the Rapids Racer™. Next, grab a friend and find new courage for the high-speed dark water tunnels of Aruba Tuba™. Then relax in style as you let the Rambling Bayou™ drift along as you admire breathtaking cascading waterfalls and lush rainforests. And for the little ones, the interactive Shaka-Laka Shores splash pads will let their big imaginations run free.
Ticket Prices
| Tickets | Adults | Children |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 : Busch Gardens & Adventure Island Tampa 2 - Visit Ticket + Eat Free | from £149 | from £145 |
Discover the excitement of Tampa's two amazing parks: Busch Gardens' safari playground and Adventure Island's thrilling water park. Bring your binoculars to spot animals on the Serengeti Plain and ride the fastest, steepest coaster at Busch Gardens. At Adventure Island, enjoy a day of sun-soaked fun as you surge down rapid water slides. This ticket grants you one-time entry to both parks within 14 days of your first visit*. You'll also receive two All Day Dine Deals - one for each park - AND the convenient Busch Gardens Shuttle Express service. Please note that your first park visit must be before December 31st of the year you booked the ticket.
*When Adventure Island schedules its out-of-season closure between mid-October to late March (subject to change - please check the schedule before visiting), you can enter Busch Gardens for a second time in substitute for Adventure Island. In this event, you can use the remaining All Day Dine Deal on your second visit to Busch Gardens.
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Highlights
A family-favourite and thrilling day out, Adventure Island is an exhilarating 30-acre water park waiting for you to dive right in! Filled to the brim with adrenaline-pumping water rides and family-friendly water playgrounds, you'll be left breathless with excitement. But when it's time to unwind, there's no shortage of sun loungers or poolside cabanas to help you recharge your batteries. Take your pick from a wide range of restaurants dotted around the park and indulge in some mouth-watering cuisine that's sure to satisfy any cravings you might have. Here are Adventure Island's best attractions below.
Rapids Racer™
You'll be off on an invigorating journey feeling the rush of adrenaline on Rapids Racer™. Hop onto a two-person raft and speed through almost 600 feet of twists and turns, with low walls allowing you to face off against your opponents in a side-by-side experience that will leave you breathless. Prepare to be amazed as you swirl through the world's first duelling saucers of high-speed tunnels, hairpin turns, and more. With each second, the thrill of the chase intensifies, building up to an epic finish line showdown that will have your heart racing. Who will be the first to conquer this high-speed slide? The finish line awaits to crown the champion!
Shaka-Laka Shores
Get ready for non-stop fun at Shaka-Laka Shores, Adventure Island's newest and most exciting kid-friendly play area, opening in 2023! Shaka-Laka Shores features a central play structure and 25 interactive elements that are sure to entertain and engage even the youngest guests. Designed with little ones in mind, the play area boasts a zero-depth entry pool, ensuring that children of all ages can join in on the fun in a safe and secure environment. With a variety of aquatic components and plenty of shaded areas to relax in, Shaka-Laka Shores is the perfect spot for families to beat the heat and have a blast together.
Adventure Island Restaurants
Dining should be an adventure, so come and discover a world of refreshments and culinary delights at Adventure Island. Whether you crave a quick snack or a decadent dessert, Adventure Island has a diverse range of dining options to satisfy your every desire. From crispy chicken strips and ice-cold beer at Surfside Cafe to Mango Joe's BBQ pork sandwiches and frozen cocktails, treat yourself to a satisfying meal, all while taking in stunning views of the park.
Rides at Adventure Island
Aruba Tuba™
Prepare for an adrenaline-fuelled adventure on Aruba Tuba™ - a high-speed water slide that will keep you coming back for more. Whether you're going solo or with a friend, brace yourself for the exhilarating ride of your life as you zoom through the dark tunnels and into the splash pool. With every twist and turn, feel your senses heighten as you're propelled through the enclosed slide at breakneck speed. Are you ready to push your limits and feel the rush of the water? Then step up to the challenge and experience Aruba Tuba™ like never before!
Solar Vortex
Experience the thrill of spinning and splashing on Solar Vortex - America's first dual-tailspin waterslide. This thrilling raft slide offers an action-packed adventure for the whole family with its high-banking rotations and speedy descents, propelling riders through two open tailspin features. Created by renowned Whitewater manufacturers, the Solar Vortex also features three dynamic AquaLucent™ elements that use the radiant Florida sun to produce colourful patterns that illuminate the slide as riders reach speeds of up to 20 miles per hour. Come spin and splash at Adventure Island's Solar Vortex, where the thrill never ends!
Vanish Point®
Brave the Vanish Point® drop slide and take your water park experience to the next level. Plunge down Adventure Island's epic 70 ft free-fall drop slide that takes excitement to new heights as the floor drops out from under your feet. With two skybox options to choose from, riders can select their preferred starting point before plummeting through 425 feet of spiralling tubes. And, to capture your moment of bravery, there's a camera ready to snap a live photo. The ride culminates in a splash run finale that is sure to leave you exhilarated. Are you up for the challenge?
Wahoo Remix
Imagine riding the waves of sound and water as you splash to the beat of a remixed favourite attraction. This revamped ride, formerly known as Wahoo Run, is now an all-new, high-energy family raft ride. With over 600 feet of pure excitement, you'll feel the rush as you zoom through illuminated tunnels that pulsate with synchronized light and sound. The energy is electrifying, and the fun is non-stop.
Rambling Bayou™
Discover a tranquil oasis in the heart of the park with a soothing half-mile ride down the Rambling Bayou™. Sit back, relax, and soak in the sights on this calming waterway, enjoying a moment of peace and tranquillity amidst the excitement and thrills. As you float along, immerse yourself in the lush surroundings of the park and let the gentle currents carry you away. Whether taking a break from the action or simply looking to cool off on a hot day, Rambling Bayou™ is the perfect place to unwind and recharge your batteries.
Endless Surf
Feel the thrill of the ocean in a 17,000 sq ft wave pool without ever having to leave Adventure Island. With waves rolling in every ten minutes, you can catch the perfect swell and feel the rush of the water like never before. It's the perfect way to spend a day with friends and family, enjoying the sun, sand, and rippling surf.
Splash Attack
Have a blast at Splash Attack, Adventure Island's water-soaked immersive adventure! Discover an array of water play toys in a massive tree house that boasts over 50 interactive features, from twisting slides to rope pulls, cargo nets, bridges, and web crawls. But you won't want to miss the surprising centrepiece - a 1,000-gallon wooden bucket that spills over every seven minutes, drenching anyone below in a watery cascade.
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