Our tailor-made wildlife holidays put you close to the world's most heart-stirring animal encounters. In the very north of the world, view polar bears in the harsh beauty of the Arctic. Track tigers in India's national parks to a chorus of colourful birdlife. Drift along the Kinabatangan River in Borneo to spot orangutans in one of their last natural settings. Or find mountain gorillas in the tangled forests of Uganda or Rwanda.
Our specialists have personally experienced all these trips and will tell you the best ways to spot the animals you want to see, pick local guides who really know their stuff, and suggest hand-picked places to stay during your trip.
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Recommended destinations for a wildlife holiday
Our specialists can help you plan your wildlife trip, individually focusing on your tastes and interests, to the destinations below.
Our recommended wildlife itinerary ideas
Our itinerary ideas will give you a starting point for what your trip could entail. Treat them just as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you and there are many more options available.
Tailor-made safaris
Our dedicated team of safari experts use their first-hand knowledge of the best safari lodges, camps and reserves to create tailor-made African safari trips that match your interests.Our expert guides to choosing your wildlife holiday
Penned by our specialists from their own travels, these guides aim to inspire you with suggestions of where to spend your holiday. Giving tips for what to experience and recommendations for where to stay, we share our ideas for the best destinations to consider.
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Top ten wildlife ideas ![Elephant in the Masai Mara]()
Top ten wildlife ideas
Top ten wildlife ideas
Take a look at our specialists' top ten wildlife ideas from around the world. Their highlights stretch from Canada through Africa and down to Antarctica.
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Birdwatching: 7 tips to help you plan the ideal trip ![Feeding Hummingbird, Costa Rica]()
Birdwatching: 7 tips to help you plan the ideal trip
Birdwatching: 7 tips to help you plan the ideal trip
Whether you’re in Africa, India or Latin America, seeing the region’s birdlife often plays a part in your trip. Here, our specialists share seven tips to get the most out of your birdwatching, from camera and binocular hints to off-radar birdwatching spots.
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Gorilla tracking: Rwanda or Uganda? ![Mountain gorilla, Volcanoes National Park]()
Gorilla tracking: Rwanda or Uganda?
Gorilla tracking: Rwanda or Uganda?
Tracking mountain gorilla in either Uganda or Rwanda is one of Africa's most memorable wildlife encounters. There are pros and cons to each country, but in each one, you will have an experience you will never forget.
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Seeing orangutan in Borneo: Malaysia or Indonesia? ![Baby orangutan at the Sanctuary]()
Seeing orangutan in Borneo: Malaysia or Indonesia?
Seeing orangutan in Borneo: Malaysia or Indonesia?
Although Borneo is the place to see orangutans in the wild, its political separation as part Malaysia, part Indonesia does leave you with choices for where to plan your orangutan-spotting trip. Our expert Sophie helps you decide: Indonesian or Malaysian Borneo?
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In the path of the grizzly: bear watching in Canada ![Grizzly bear, British Columbia]()
In the path of the grizzly: bear watching in Canada
In the path of the grizzly: bear watching in Canada
Canada is well-known for its wildlife, but the stars of the show are arguably its resident bears. These often solitary creatures can be difficult to find, but our Canada specialists can recommend intimate bear-watching experiences that allow you to see them in their natural habitat.
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India’s wildlife: our safari guide to the central parks ![A mother tiger with her adolescent cub in Bandhavgarh National Park]()
India’s wildlife: our safari guide to the central parks
India’s wildlife: our safari guide to the central parks
India specialist Samantha explains why central India’s national parks are ideal for a wildlife holiday. She recommends how to experience the best tiger safari, and where you might glimpse sloth bears and leopards.
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Wildlife holidays in Costa Rica ![Two-toed sloth, Costa Rica]()
Wildlife holidays in Costa Rica
Wildlife holidays in Costa Rica
From birds to basilisks, Costa Rica specialist Holly lets you in on the country’s wildlife highlights. She also explains where exactly to go to increase your chances of observing all Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity.
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Sri Lanka’s wildlife: safaris, jungles and plains ![Mother and baby elephants in the wild]()
Sri Lanka’s wildlife: safaris, jungles and plains
Sri Lanka’s wildlife: safaris, jungles and plains
An avid wildlife enthusiast, Sri Lanka specialist Seamus explains where to spot Sri Lanka’s leopards, sloth bears and elephants. He also shares his recommended experiences away from the usual parks, such as walking through primary rainforest and taking boat rides across secluded lakes.
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What to do in the Galapagos: our highlights guide ![Blue Footed Boobies, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador]()
What to do in the Galapagos: our highlights guide
What to do in the Galapagos: our highlights guide
Find out about planning a first time trip to the Galapagos Islands. Embark on a luxury Galapagos cruise to explore the dramatic volcanic brown landscapes and fearless land and marine wildlife of this beautiful archipelago.
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Top 6 wildlife experiences in Australia ![Wombat, Cradle Mountain]()
Top 6 wildlife experiences in Australia
Top 6 wildlife experiences in Australia
From the Northern Territory down to Tasmania and everywhere in between, Australia is full of wildlife that you can’t find anywhere else. Australia specialist Christopher suggests the best ways you can experience Australia’s unique animals in their natural habitats.
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