OVERVIEW

Watch sea lions perform at a wildlife park and then ease into the water and interact with these gregarious marine mammals. The venue for this adventure will be the Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park, an American Western-themed ranch setting with an array of animals. As an introduction to the wildlife, you will watch birds of prey perform spectacular aerial maneuvers, sometimes flying right over your head. A sea lion performance follows, during which their intelligence, playfulness and agility in the water will be apparent. Sea lions can also walk on all fours, the characteristic that most distinguishes them from seals. To help maximize your experience with the sea lions, an instructor will be in the water with you. Being social animals, the sea lions are sure to approach and encourage you to interact with them. Afterwards, feel free to meander through the park and observe the other animals, which include bison, Komodo dragons and white tigers.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Interact with playful sea lions while swimming with them in a wildlife park.
• Watch a sea lion performance and watch birds of prey demonstrate their abilities.
• Observe the park’s other animals, which range from white tigers to Nile crocodiles.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath..
• Bring a towel and Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Explore Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a world-renowned great wildlife island. It's the desolate domain of a fierce and very rare species of reptile that bears the looks of a prehistoric dinosaur, the Komodo dragon. Once on shore, you'll meet your local tour guide to begin a walking expedition of the island. Traveling in small groups with your guide and park ranger, you'll make your way down footpaths that lead through pockets of thorny vegetation and dry tropical grasslands, senses heightened with anticipation that the dragons will make an appearance.

This first-hand look at Komodo will also serve to acquaint you with the other notable species that inhabit the island as well as the rich surrounding marine environment. Informative commentary will be provided by your expert guides as you navigate this utterly unique locale.