What a day! We decided to go to the Bali Safari Park with the Thayers. Many things in Indonesia as far as theme attractions go are not usually up to the standard of things we see in the West. This however was an exception. At the park we were able to go on a driving Safari where we were able to see animals in open enclosures from Indonesia, India and Africa. Several of our favorites were the orangutans, zebras, Sumatran tigers, African lions, and cheetahs. We were able to get within feet of them which is much closer than any zoo experience we have had. In other places around the park we were able to see several other animals including the Komodo Dragon and a white tiger, which were both a big hit with everyone. Surprisingly Brooklyn's favorite animal: the camel. Go figure?
The best part for all of us was getting to actually touch and take pictures with two endangered species: a baby Sumatran tiger and a baby orangutan. The park is working to conserve the natural habitat of these animals and earlier this year introduced two tigers into the wild in Sumatra through their breeding program. Being able to interact with these animals was so amazing. We were able to get pictures with all of the kids and they were both such sweet animals.
Our kids loved spending the day with the Thayers and it was so sad at the end of the evening when we had to say good-bye until the Summer. We are so happy they were able to visit us here. It is such a good feeling, seeing someone from home even if for a short time. It was such a boost to all of our spirits.
Brooklyn riding one of the amusement rides.
Kade gets a to spend some quality time with a baby orangutan.
Brooklyn and her Camel.
"Kid, if you think you are getting any of my fruit you are crazy."
Syd with her favorite animal the Sumatran Tiger.
I am so sleepy.
Brooklyn's favorite ride in the park was the water roller coaster.
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It looks like you guys are having so much fun. It amazes me how much Brooklyn has grown since she came home.
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