Busch Gardens Tampa Celebrating World Elephant Day

In recognition of World Elephant Day (an event that celebrates the care and protection of the world’s largest land mammal.), Guests are invited to join an elephant-sized celebration at Busch Gardens Tampa on August 9, 2014. On that special day, park Guests will be able to get a firsthand look into Busch Gardens’ animal care with behind-the-scenes tours, trainer talks, interactive displays, and even an exclusive chance to dine with the elephants themselves! 

The SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Conservation Fund has granted more than $10 million to more than 700 projects around the world, including funding 10 elephant conservation projects in Asia and Africa in 2013 and 2014. World Elephant Day festivities at Busch Gardens Tampa will include the following:

Trainer Talks and More at the Animal Care Center

The state-of-the-art Animal Care Center will be the hub for World Elephant Day activities with interactive displays and trainer talks from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The animal care team will share and demonstrate how they care for elephants, and guests will have an opportunity to help create enrichment activities!

An Evening with the Elephants

From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests can join trainers for an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience, including an up-close look at Busch Gardens’ elephants and indulging in appetizers and specialty drinks while trainers share stories about elephant conservation and caring for these magnificent animals. The evening is limited to guests 13 years of age and older. Busch Gardens admission is required but not included. 

For additional information on this event and to purchase tickets, visit buschgardenstampa.com.