Sight a Komodo dragon

Your holiday in Indonesia is not complete if you have not sighted a Komodo dragon in the wild. Legend has it that Dutch soldiers spotted these massive dragon-like lizard species more than a century ago at Flores. These mammoth creatures, measuring over three metres in length, are one of the world’s largest lizard species. Watching these wild animals, who can smell blood from a distance, is quite a breathtaking experience. Weighing up to 70 kg and moving slowly, these dragons look harmless but can attack humans as well, so be careful. Their usual preys are monkeys and deer. The islands of Komodo, Flores, Rinca and Padar are home to these wild reptiles, and the Komodo National Park is primarily dedicated to them. It is important to stay with the guide in the national park as the sighting is usually on foot and you might get lost in the wild if you go astray!