TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Busch Gardens and Adventure Island may look different on your next visit. New leaders announced a $40 million investment to bring new additions and upgrades to the parks.

Guests won’t have to wait very long to see some of the new changes. Wild Oasis at Jungala, a new kid-friendly area, opens in May.

Wild Oasis at Jungala features new animal encounters, interactive climbing structures, an immersive splash pad, and a self-guided scavenger hunt.

The park also announced that Busch Gardens’ animal population is growing. Capybaras, giant anteaters, squirrel monkeys, and meerkats are arriving this spring.

“The extensive nearly $40 million in investments will further solidify the park’s status as a premier destination, ensuring guests of all ages will make unforgettable memories to last a lifetime,” said Jeff Davis, Park President of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. “The additions and improvements will be made across our infrastructure, operations, staff recruiting, equipment, as well as adding to our aesthetics with more beautiful gardens and plant life. New animal arrivals are also in the plans, such as the reimaged Meerkat habitat, set to open this summer to inspire awe and wonder for all who visit. This is an exciting time for the park and these investments will make it better than ever before.”

Busch Gardens also announced that Summer Nights at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay returns on select dates from May 23 to Aug. 10.

At Adventure Island, guests can visit the brand-new interactive splash and play area called Castaway Falls. The new area features exciting water elements and cascading slides.

“These improvements aim to make Busch Gardens the best it’s ever been and solidify the park as Florida’s ultimate family adventure destination,” the park said in a news release.