Komodo Dragon Adventure with Pink Beach
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Port
Komodo Island, Indonesia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$169.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Weighing in at over 300 pounds, the prehistoric-looking Komodo dragon, with its sharp, saw-like teeth and menacing eyes, leaves a lasting impression on everyone who has the lucky fortune to see it. And nowhere else in the world can you see these endangered reptiles than in Komodo National Park. Founded in 1980 to protect the world’s largest lizard, the park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Man and Biosphere Reserve in 1991. But the accolades don't stop there - in 2011 the park was named one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature.
During your half-day adventure, you’ll take an approximately 60-minute moderately active trek through the dry, tropical grasslands to a viewing point for a look at these massive creatures, later, you’ll cool off in the sparkling waters of nearby Pink Beach. Remember to bring adequate sun protection and to wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat and a swimsuit under your clothes. And don’t forget your camera so you can capture this unique experience and share it with everyone back home.
After boarding the tender, you’ll cruise across the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean to Komodo Island. Once you step off at the park’s entrance, you’ll be met by a friendly English-speaking guide and a park ranger who will share their intimate knowledge of the park as you head out on an approximately 30-minute moderately active walk. A refreshing soft drink and mineral water will be provided as you make your way along the pathways. The island’s terrain is distinctive and varied: a dense rain forest, sprawling grassland, and thorny vegetation create a perfect environment for these powerful-looking reptiles that appear like distant cousins to the extinct dinosaurs. After arriving at the viewing point have your camera ready, a Komodo dragon or two may make an appearance. Measuring up to 10 feet long and weighing up to 300 pounds, this mighty creature, which has been around for millions of years, wasn’t discovered until the turn of the 20th century. The sight of these mammoth creatures is something that you won’t soon forget: their wide, flat heads, rounded snouts, bowed legs and huge, muscular tails give them the appearance of a crocodile.
Although Komodo National Park is famous for its most recognized inhabitant it’s also noted for its diverse marine habitat. 1,000 species of fish, 260 species of reef-building coral, manta rays, sharks, dolphins, whales and sea turtles live in the park’s coral reefs, mangroves, sea grass beds and semi-enclosed bays. To experience this undersea phenomenon for yourself you’ll return to the jetty for the transfer by boat to Pink Beach where you can swim and dive in the inviting waters (snorkeling gear will be provided). Just like its name suggests, the beach is a beautiful shade of pink, a result of pulverized red corals.
Then, take in the splendid views as your boat glides through the ocean on your return trip to your ship with wonderful memories to share both with passengers and family back home.
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes. On arrival to the Pink beach there is no pier so a boat to boat transfer is necessary that will require getting wet. Weather conditions can be extremely hot. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Wear your swimsuit under your clothing, and bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. The Komodo dragons on Komodo Island are wild and are not artificially fed by local authorities. A park ranger will accompany all excursions. Only guests booked on this or another shore excursion are permitted by the authorities to go ashore at Komodo Island.