Tiger Island is a wildlife attraction in the Dreamworld amusement park on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. This exhibit houses for both the Bengal and Sumatran tiger species. The tigers have been raised within the compound and are free to roam and interact with the visitors in the amusement park.

History Tiger Island opened in 1995 as one of only two interactive tiger exhibits in the world. The exhibit featured various locations for the tigers to live, swim and play. Three years later, in October 1998, Dreamworld welcomed their first litter of four Bengal tiger cubs, consisting of Rama, Sita, Sultan and Taj. In 2006, the first litter of Sumatran tiger cubs was born, featuring Indah and Rahni. A nursery and smaller tiger enclosure were constructed to showcase the younger tigers before being released into the main exhibit.

On June 20 2012, Mohan, one of Dreamworld's original Bengal tigers, died after a battle with kidney disease. Mohan was born on November 2 1994 in the United States, before being transferred to Dreamworld for the opening of Tiger Island. When he arrived, he was known as the "King of Tiger Island".

In 2015, two litters were born to Raja (father) and Nika (mother). On July 25, Kai, a male cub, was born, while two female cubs were born on November 29, to the same parents. Later, during a competition in conjunction with Channel 7's Sunrise Morning Show, the two female cubs were named Akasha and Adira.

On February 19 2016, two white tiger cubs were put on public display in a temporary quarantine enclosure, found in Ocean Parade, in front of Zombie Evilution. The cubs, who were later to be named Kiko and Kali, were flown in from Japan under Dreamworld's partnership arrangement with Hirakawa Zoo in Kagoshima City.

On February 29 2016, the Tiger Island area closed for refurbishment. It re-opened on September 18 2016, with designs by Jamie Durie.

Tigers Name Species Date of birth Sex Colour Weight Other information Meaning of name Notes Javi Sumatran/Siberian 26 April 2019 M♂ Golden with dark stripes Javi was born to Adira and Pi and he is the brother of Zakari. Victorious Jaya Sumatran 9 June 2007 F♀ Golden with dark stripes Jaya was born with two sisters, Shanti and Ndari. Victorious Kai Sumatran/Siberian 25 July 2015 M♂ Golden with dark stripes A male cub born to Nika and Raja, Kai is the older brother of the two female cubs born on 29 November 2015. Strong and Unbreakable Khan Sumatran/Siberian 26 May 2019 M♂ Golden with dark stripes Khan was born to Nika and Raja, and was the only cub of his litter. Leader who focuses on important issuesNikaBengal/Siberian15 April 2006F♀Golden with dark stripes Born in Poland, Nika was transferred to Dreamworld in 2013. Her genetics are an important addition to the Tiger Island program. Nika has not been hand-reared and cannot be handled by Tiger Island staff. Belongs to GodPiBengal/Sumatran19 July 2010M♂Golden with dark stripes110 Born at Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve, Pi was mis-mothered and transferred to Dreamworld to be hand-reared by Dreamworld's experienced tiger handlers. The transfer has given Pi the opportunity to socialise with the other big cats. The main character in the book Life of Pi Raja Sumatran 2003-12-2525 December 2003 M♂ Golden with dark stripes 110 Due to not being hand-reared, Raja cannot be handled by Tiger Island staff and lives in a purpose-built exhibit in the back of house. King Zakari Sumatran/Siberian 26 April 2019 M♂ Golden with dark stripes Zakari was born to Adira and Pi and is the older brother of Javi by 35 minutes. Those who desire to inspire others, to a higher cause Shanti Sumatran 2008-06-099 June 2007 F♀ Golden with dark stripes 070 Shanti was born with two sisters, Jaya and Ndari. Inner Peace AkashaSumatran/Siberian29 November 2015F♀Golden with dark stripes One of two sisters born to Nika and Raja, and part of the second litter born in 2015. Akasha is of Indian origin, where tigers are still able to be found in the wild.AdiraSumatran/Siberian29 November 2015F♀Golden with dark stripes The second of two sisters born to Nika and Raja. Adira means strong and noble, reflecting the majestic nature of tigers.KikoBengal2 November 2015F♀White with dark stripes One of two female white tiger cubs flown in from Hirakawa Zoo in Japan to be part of Dreamworld's breeding program.KaliBengal2 November 2015F♀White with dark stripesOne of two female white tiger cubs flown in from Hirakawa Zoo in Japan to be part of Dreamworld's breeding program.

Former tigers This section shows a list of tigers that were present at the park, but are no longer there. Name Species Date of birth Sex Colour Weight Other information Meaning of name Notes Melati Sumatran 24 January 2018F♀ Golden with dark stripes The sister of Mya, Melati was transferred with her sister to the National Zoo & Aquarium in Canberra in early September 2018. Jasmine Flower Mya Sumatran 24 January 2018F♀ Golden with dark stripes The sister of Melati, Mya was transferred with her sister to the National Zoo & Aquarium in Canberra in early September 2018. "Beloved" or "Great"Indah Sumatran31 March 2006F♀Golden with dark stripes Indah was one of the first litter of Sumatran tiger cubs born at Dreamworld. The sister of Rahni, her father is Raja. Indah was transferred to Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo. BeautifulKatoSumatran24 October 2001M♂Golden with dark stripes160 Kato was born in a wildlife park in Sydney and was transferred less than a month later. He was transferred to Symbio Zoo, Sydney. PureRahniSumatran31 March 2006F♀Golden with dark stripes080 Rahni was one of the first litter of Sumatran tiger cubs born at Dreamworld. The sister of Indah, her father is Raja. She now lives at the National Zoo and Aquarium, Canberra. BraveSaliSumatran11 April 2008F♀Golden with dark stripes070 Sali was born in captivity at Perth Zoo. SteadfastSultanBengal23 October 1998M♂Golden with dark stripes200 The son of Mohan and Samara, and the brother of Rama, Sita and Taj, Sultan was part of the Awesome Pawsome born at Dreamworld. He died on 16 January 2016. Sultan means "Ruler." Sita Bengal 1998-10-2323 October 1998 F♀ Golden with light stripes 135 The daughter of Mohan and Samara, and the sister of Rama, Sultan and Taj, Sita was part of the Awesome Pawsome born at Dreamworld. She died on 30 May 2017. Goddess of the Land TajBengal23 October 1998M♂White with light stripes195 The son of Mohan and Samara, and the brother of Rama, Sita and Sultan, Taj was part of the Awesome Pawsome born at Dreamworld. He died in 2013. Crown Rama Bengal 1998-10-2323 October 1998 M♂ Golden with light stripes 180 The son of Mohan and Samara, and the brother of Sultan, Sita and Taj, Rama was part of the Awesome Pawsome born at Dreamworld. He died in December 2017. Kindly God IncaCougar4 July 1995F♀FawnBetween and . Inca was born in New South Wales and moved to Dreamworld when she was three weeks old, along with her sister, Sierra. Off-public exhibit, but still alive as of July 2016. AbundanceSierraCougar4 July 1995F♀FawnBetween and . Sierra was born in New South Wales and moved to Dreamworld when she was three weeks old, along with her sister, Inca. Off-public exhibit, but still alive as of July 2016. MountainsBaruBengal2 March 2012 M♂Golden with dark stripes165 kg Baru is the brother of Ravi. Born in a wildlife park in Sydney, he was transferred less than a month later. He was transferred to the National Zoo and Aquarium, Canberra.Ndari Sumatran9 June 2007 F♀Golden with dark stripes70 kg Ndari was born with two sisters, Shanti and Jaya. She has since been transferred to the National Zoo and Aquarium, Canberra. Full MoonRaviBengal2 March 2013 M♂Golden with dark stripes165 kg Ravi is the brother of Baru. Born in a wildlife park in Sydney, he was transferred less than a month later. He was transferred to the National Zoo and Aquarium, Canberra.Mohan Bengal2 November 1994 M♂White with light stripes180 kg The father of Sultan, Sita, Rama and Taj, Mohan was one of the original tigers when Tiger Island first opened in 1995. He died on 20 June 2012. CharmingSamaraBengal1994 F♀Golden with dark stripes The mother of Sultan, Sita, Rama and Taj, Samara was one of the original tigers when Tiger Island first opened in 1995. She was moved to the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra, where she died in 2004. BakkarBengal30 December 1994 M♂Golden with dark stripes Bakkar was one of the original tigers when Tiger Island first opened in 1995. He was moved to Western Plains Zoo at Dubbo, and later to the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra, where he died in June 2016.RakkhanBengal22 December 1994 M♂Golden with dark stripes150 kg Rakkhan was one of the original tigers when Tiger Island first opened in 1995.KylaBengal1994 F♀White with dark stripes Kyla was one of the original tigers when Tiger Island first opened in 1995. She died in late 1996.JaiBengal1994 F♀White with dark stripes Jai was one of the original tigers when Tiger Island first opened in 1995.KaashaBengal24 October 2001 F♀Golden with dark stripes Kaasha was born in a wildlife park in Sydney and was transferred less than a month later. The sister of Kato, she died less than a year after arriving at Dreamworld.SorayaSumatran9 June 2002 F♀Golden with dark stripes85 kg Soraya had five cubs in two litters with Raja. She was moved to Mogo Zoo to breed with another male. Princess

Tiger presentations

Tiger presentations are performed twice daily in the main exhibit. Guests can watch as the tigers perform feats which showcase their agility. During the presentation, the tigers climb trees and jump up to into the air. In 2013, Cub College featured some of the younger tigers' performances.

Dreamworld Wildlife Foundation

In 1997, Dreamworld established the Dreamworld Tiger Fund, which aimed to support various projects to help save tigers in the wild. The fund contributed over a million dollars to this cause. The fund used a percentage of profits from merchandise sales, tiger walks and tiger photos as well as donations from Dreamworld's guests and the wider community.

In March 2012, the DWF was established, collaborating with existing wildlife conservation groups to bring substantial financial support to the conservation movement on a global scale.

An internationally recognized fund committed to the protection, education, and conservation of the earth's most magnificent creatures and habitats, crucial to their survival. Through this initiative individuals may adopt some of the species of animals found in the Dreamworld Corroboree, such as Tasmanian devils, crocodiles, red kangaroos, and cassowaries, alongside the Tiger Island tigers.

Shopping and dining Overlooking the tiger exhibit are retail facilities for tiger merchandise at Tiger Bazaar and a dining outlet called Island Noodle Hut.Dreamworld and WhiteWater World Park Map (2009).

See also The Lair, an adjacent exotic animal exhibit at Dreamworld Dreamworld Corroboree, the Australian wildlife exhibit found at the park

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