Whether it’s a safari in the Serengeti or whale-watching in Norway, wildlife lovers are spoilt for choice when it comes to holiday destinations. If you’re hoping to get up close to some wildlife on your next trip, here are some of the most unforgettable wildlife experiences around the globe.
African Safari in the Serengeti
For many people, an African safari is one of the first things they think of when considering a wildlife holiday, and it’s a classic for a good reason.
Memorable moments on safari can include seeing big cats up close, admiring majestic endangered elephants, and witnessing awe-inspiring wildebeest migration.
Safaris typically take the form of either guided game drives in which you travel by vehicle, enabling you to observe wildlife undisturbed in its natural habitat or you might take a walking safari following an expert tracker for a slower, more immersive experience on foot.
One of the great things about going on safari is that there’s something to see all year round, so you’re guaranteed to spot incredible wildlife whenever you choose to visit. There’s also a range of accommodation options from budget-friendly safari tents to luxury lodges.
Rainforest Encounters in Costa Rica
Home to over 5% of the world’s biodiversity, Costa Rica is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries, boasting over half a million species.
If you’re considering Costa Rica holidays, the rainforests here offer some of the world’s richest wildlife viewing. The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve is home to rare plants and wildlife, including over 400 species of birds, 100 mammal species, and approximately 1,200 species of reptiles and amphibians.
Meanwhile, the Manuel Antonio National Park is a haven for wildlife such as capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, sloths, and poison dart frogs.
Local guides can help you make the most of your rainforest excursion, while protecting the area’s wildlife and habitats, and you can take part in heady canopy walks through the treetops or nocturnal wildlife spotting adventures after dark.
Arctic Wildlife and Polar Adventures
There are few landscapes as dramatic as those formed of snow and ice, and the same is true of the wildlife found there. If it’s Arctic wildlife you’re after, you’ll need to wrap up warm and head North! The northernmost regions of Canada offer the best chance of spotting the majestic narwhal or the polar bear in the wild – sadly, now considered a vulnerable species due to sea ice loss caused by climate change.
Penguin-lovers, on the other hand, should head South, to popular penguin hotspots such as the Falkland Islands, the Galapagos Islands or Stony Point Nature Reserve in South Africa – home to one of the world’s largest African penguin colonies.
Rewilding and Wildlife Comebacks in the UK & Europe
The UK is home to some incredible wildlife, from red stag safaris on Exmoor, to dolphin-watching boat trips in Cardigan Bay, to seal spotting in Northumberland.
You could also visit one of the many rewilding projects throughout Britain to witness the positive impact that rewilding is having on our country’s biodiversity and wildlife populations.
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