![]() ![]() Their sense of smell is highly developed, and is their greatest asset when hunting for prey. Komodo dragons are not to be taken lightly, as they are one of the strongest predators in the lizard species, having taken on much bigger prey, even humans. Even more so, in recent years, visitors have increasingly swamped this Indonesian island, intimidated by the thrill of coming so close to such a wild and endangered creature. The Komodo Dragon’s size, made up of a long tail, strong and agile neck, and the forked tongue makes for a mean sight to behold. Another hotspot will be Horseshoe Bay at the southern end of the islands, where you can visit the dragon’s favourite haunts aboard the Aqua Blu skiffs. Famous for stunning sceneries and calm winds, it is the perfect atmosphere for trekking and for your up-close encounters with these prehistoric Komodo dragons. ![]() On our Komodo Island itineraries, we sail to Loh Buaya on Rinca Island, Nusa Tenggara. Named after the island where humans spotted a dragon-like creature for the first time, the Komodo dragon is an endemic Indonesian species found on Komodo Island and its neighboring islands. The Komodo dragon, the king of the lizards, is the world’s largest and heaviest reptile. Komodo dragons are endemic to the Komodo Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. ![]()
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