August 22, 2023
Khai Liew
The man behind the lodge’s original timeless furnishings returns to the scene to build upon the award winning style of the original.
“Guests can scan the waves for incoming, surfing sea lions, and witness the large male sea lions rolling about on the beach.”
On reaching the beach, guests must stay together as a group and be careful not to approach the sea lions, as this is where the social action happens. It’s important that visitors leave at least a 10 metre distance between themselves and any sea lion, and to remain with the group and its guide.
Guests can scan the waves for incoming, surfing sea lions, and witness the large male sea lions rolling about on the beach, courting elusive females or establishing social order with other males.
In this video, the group came across a young male lolling about on the path on the way back to the Visitors’ Centre. As the group was unable to pass him, the guide carefully approached him to create a ‘standoff’ and the sea lion moved reluctantly on down the path towards the beach. It was a rare and unforgettable encounter.
Some quick facts about Australian Sea lions at Seal Bay:
To discover more, visit http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/sealbay/home
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