Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has revealed plans to replace its 33-year-old Kumba coaster with the new Kumba's Revenge attraction.
The park in Florida said Kumba will "take its final roar" on 2 August, although "the legend of Kumba will continue", it added.
Kumba's Revenge will be an extension of the existing coaster, allowing "its spirit to live on as we enter a new era of thrills", said Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
"While Kumba may be retiring this summer, Busch Gardens is dedicated to thrilling the next generation of coaster enthusiasts by continuing the Kumba story," the park said.
Kumba's Revenge is part of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's $100 million investment programme focused on new attractions and park enhancements.
This includes the 2025 opening of the Wild Oasis area, and this year's launch of the new Lion and Hyena Ridge – the park's largest and most immersive animal habitat in over 10 years.
When it opened in 1993, Kumba was Florida's tallest, fastest and longest coaster, featuring the world's tallest vertical loop and seven inversions.
Busch Gardens' $100m investment plan
Last month, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay named Jon Vigue as its new park president.
"The park has an extraordinary legacy of combining world-class thrills, inspiring animal experiences and immersive entertainment unlike anywhere else," Vigue said.
"I look forward to working alongside our passionate ambassadors as we continue building on that legacy, investing in the future and creating unforgettable experiences for guests and families across Tampa Bay and beyond."
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