Seattle, Washington, is a really fantastic spot for you to visit if you genuinely appreciate the outdoors and everything that is a part of nature. This city certainly has the best of all worlds because to the climate, the geography, and the stunning surrounds. This city is surrounded by a variety of natural features, including mountains, volcanoes, trees, sand, and the sea.
There are several locations where you may go to get a better look of the local fauna in addition to the wonderful landscape that abounds. The little ones you’ve brought along (if you’ve brought little ones along) will absolutely love viewing all of the animals because this is after all an essential component of nature.
When it comes to seeing wildlife in more natural settings, Seattle has the distinct advantage of having a number of zoos and aquariums nearby or within short driving distance. I’ll briefly summarise a few of them below in the hopes that it would fire your appetite and inspire you to at the very least give these excursions serious thought.
The first wildlife display I want to draw your attention to is a little bit of a drive from Seattle, but it is definitely worth the trip. A tram journey across 435 acres of land where animals are allowed to roam freely in their natural habitats is available at Northwest Trek, a 715-acre park. Along the route, 30 species and more than 200 individual creatures are featured. This is a wonderful opportunity to observe American animals free from cages and barriers.
Wolf Haven International is the second company I want to mention. This group offers refuge and rescue for wolves born in captivity. Additionally, Wolf Haven educates the general public about these magnificent animals. Walking excursions are the only method to actually see the wolves; they last 45 to 1 hour and are available every day. I heartily recommend going to Wolf Haven as a potential highlight of your trip to Seattle if you have even the slightest interest in these magnificent animals.
The Cougar Mountain Zoo is next on my list of unusual possibilities to see wildlife. Because of its emphasis on endangered animals, this zoo is distinctive. This zoo’s emphasis on educating visitors about the animals it houses is arguably one of its most fascinating features. Throughout the day, the zoo offers a number of lectures on the numerous creatures it houses. A significant lesson about conservation and the value of each and every creature in the cycle of life can be taught in addition to the wonder of rare and stunning creatures. I believe that missing out on this opportunity would be regrettable.
Whale watching is undoubtedly one of the activities that come to mind when someone mentions visiting Seattle. I’d be remiss if I didn’t also add some information on that here. Numerous charter companies offer daily departures from Seattle for whale-watching expeditions. The San Juan Islands are a fantastic general region to observe these gorgeous creatures, and April through September is the busiest time of year to do so. Early reservations are advised, especially during the busiest whale-watching season. You not only get to see the enormous whales, but you also get to go on a boat excursion. I find that being on the ocean is equally as amazing as seeing whales.