Island of many legends

Situated about two nautical miles from the city of Benidorm, Isla de Benidorm is a small island with great scenic beauty. It is a treat in a pure ecological sense and is not disturbed by human misadventure. The island is seeped in legendary tales of love; one that has provided the mountain Puig Campana with its cleavage. Isla de Benidorm has a moving population. There are no permanent settlers as such except may be a few scattered here and there.

Fabulous display

If you look between the Levante and the Poniente beach, a town fortress would bring the glorious structure of Mal Pas Cove. The island of Benidorm sits beautifully in front of it. As mentioned, the island is a source of great folklore and many legends. Moreover, the adventure lovers simply love the idea of scuba diving in Mediterranean deeps and trenches. The aquatic life on offer is fabulous to say the least. Apart from this, the island provides a lot to nature lovers who can look for a wide variety of flora and fauna.

Species

Pain Common Mediterranean is one of the more exotic birds of the island. Swift Pale and Peregrine Falcon make the fauna very interesting. Iberian Lizard, a reptile found in the Iberian Peninsula show few beautiful streaks. The island shines with its Diaspora of plant species. It is marked with flowers of various colors and blossom. There is the Acebuche, Cambron and laughter of virgin, the Spiritual Blanc, buffer and Soda Fine are just as interesting and inspiring to look at. Overall, a person can find idyllic peace at these points.

Inspiring ecosystem

In fact the habitat developed on the island along with its ecosystem can be used as an illustration by researchers. Because of diverse fishes near the island, it has been economically important for Benidorm. Only the people of Benidorm can use the waters near the isle for fishing.

Excursions

There are various boat excursions that can be undertaken from major points of Benidorm to Isla de Benidorm. Light and hydrodynamics measures are naturally present. The species present are not only exotic but highly varied. It has quite many predatory species who roam for preys. This makes the habitat a little dangerous but then a little caution is enough not to be caught in a trap. Species also like to hibernate on the island. Such sedentary species like moray eels are there in large quantities.

Glass bottom boats

Glass bottom boats are being used for excursions to the island. It gives terrific view of the marine life and at the same time provides with a lot of safety. Trips to Isla de Benidorm are a daily thing and boats ply frequently. Tourist offices offer rebates and also hold various information on such trips. Great view of Isla de Benidorm is available from the Poniente beach. It stretches in front of the eye amidst the beautifully shining Mediterranean waters. If you wish to plan the trip, remember to take drinking water along because that’s probably the only thing you need to be cautious about.

As many people would claim, the younger generations of today may not have the opportunity to experience wildlife and nature, because of the many advancements in technology today. Kids are more likely to be interested in TV, movies, computers, and video games, which is why parents are recommended to plan out different activities for their children to enjoy, especially when on vacation. And what better way to appreciate the wonders of nature than to take a visit to one of Benidorm’s favorite theme parks for the family: Mundomar.

Located on the northern portion of Levante Beach, Mundomar is a haven for tourists who want to be awed by the beauty of ocean wildlife. Perhaps one of the most popular attractions in this marine theme park is the Dolphinarium, where audiences can watch a spectacular interactive dolphin show. These brilliant marine mammals can do tricks and are very friendly towards the visitors, who may get the chance to feed and pet them. Other than the dolphin show, you can also take your kids to watch the funny and amazing tricks performed by trained seal lions. Try not to sit too close to the stage, as you might get splashed on by these lovable animal performers.

If you think marine life is cool enough, then check out more as you go around Mundomar. Marine mammals are not the only attractions that you can learn from while visiting Mundomar. This park also features aquatic birds like pelicans, swans, ducks, penguins, and many more. You may also view the assortment of colorful tropical birds from different portions of the globe. Mundomar proudly features a bird show, where parrots perform tricks as guided by their animal trainers.

If you need a break from viewing all the marine animals, Mundomar gladly offers refreshments from its many concession stands, as well as cafes and restaurants within the park. You may also purchase your souvenirs from their gift shops. Kids can still have more fun while in Mundomar as the park also has playgrounds with slides for the young ones to enjoy.

Park tickets to Mundomar vary in price depending on the age of the visitors. They conveniently provide special discounts for toddlers, school groups, as well as senior citizens. Next to Mundomar is its sister park, Aqualandia, which is popularly known for its water slides and giant swimming pools. Most tour buses that travel along the northern area of Levante Beach are headed to Aqualandia which is why it is packed with tourists, and the parking lot for both parks is shared. It is recommended that you plan early when it comes to transportation.

Who would have thought that learning about nature and ocean life can be oodles of fun? So next time you plan out your holidays in Benidorm, be sure to include Mundomar in your itinerary. Give your kids an unforgettable learning experience paired with tons of entertainment. Nowhere else will you get to enjoy the beautiful beaches and marvel at the stunning marine life than in Mundomar in the idyllic destination of Benidorm.