Situated in the south west of Britain, Exmoor National Park is home to a fantastic array of wildlife and many diverse habitats. Well-known for the native British ponies that roam its moorland, and red deer in its woodland, the park is also host to a great diversity of bats, birds and butterflies. Find Out More
Covering an area of 570 square kilometres, Kiskunság National Park is a mosaic of plains, lakes and marshes dotted between the Tisza and Danube Rivers, which are home to a rich diversity of birdlife. Highlights include great bustard, red-footed falcon, golden oriole and European roller. Find Out More
This ecological paradise is the world’s largest wetland, with 124 mammals (including the world’s largest jaguars), 177 reptiles, 1,100 species of butterfly, and a myriad of birds, brightly coloured flowers, and shoals of fish. There are significant differences between the north and south; we recommend visiting both. Find Out More
Conservation projects in the southern Pantanal focus on jaguar and the hyacinth macaw. From a comfortable lodge you can see wildlife by boat, vehicle and on foot. Bonito, on the southern fringe, is a mecca for ecotourism, where you will find grottos with blue lakes and walking trails surrounded by monkeys. Find Out More
Accessed via the town of Cuiaba, the northern Pantanal is home to some of Brazil’s rarest wildlife, such as jaguar and giant river otter. Many of the lodges here are still functioning cattle ranches, offering day and night trips by boat, vehicle, on foot and on horseback, accompanied by local naturalist guides. Find Out More
Buraco das Araras is a spectacular sinkhole some 500 metres in diameter, named after the abundance of red-and-green macaws which nest and roost on the cliffs. Two viewing platforms overlook the emerald green lagoon providing remarkable sightings and excellent photographic opportunities. Find Out More
Chilean Patagonia’s premier attraction is a scenic mix of craggy peaks, glacial lakes, icefields and green valleys – a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The omnipresent Paine Massif, a magnificent set of rocky spires formed from granite and sedimentary rock, dominates the landscape. Find Out More
The unique diversity of Manu’s wildlife is due to the range of ecological zones that extend from 300 to 4,000 metres above sea level. More than 1,000 species of birds, 200 species of mammals, many reptiles, and around 10% of the world’s plant species have been recorded within the park's boundaries. Find Out More
Located in the Peruvian Amazon Basin, Tambopata National Reserve encompasses a vast area of protected lowland rainforest and palm swamps with an impressive biodiversity, including over 600 bird species, 200 mammal species, 1,000 butterfly species and an astonishing 10,000 species of plant. Find Out More
The Lamar Valley is located in the remote northeast corner of Yellowstone National Park, and is one of the best places to view wolves, as several packs live here. These isolated rolling grasslands become a blanket of long grass meadows during the summer months, but are virtually inaccessible during winter. Find Out More
One of the largest islands in the West Falklands, Pebble Island combines grassy plains and wetlands in the east with moorlands and mountains in the west. Its sandy beaches and rocky cliffs provide shelter to sea lions and penguins – with all five breeding species seen here. Find Out More
The second largest of the Falklands Islands, Saunders was the site of the first British settlement in 1765. The north is made up of two peaks, divided by a thin strip of sand known as the Neck - home to large colonies of Magellanic and gentoo penguins, and considered one of the best wildlife sites of the Falklands. Find Out More
The most southerly inhabited island, featured in many prize-winning photos, is quite small, so easy to explore. Much is covered with tussock grass, creating a perfect habitat for colonies of elephant seal and sea lions. The sandy beaches, cliffs, freshwater ponds and heathland are home to 47 bird species. Find Out More
British Columbia has an incredibly diverse and thriving population of resident and migratory marine mammals – whales, dolphins, seals, porpoises and sea lions. The Salish Sea is a favourite destination to see orca, with pods J, K and L probably the most written-about and photographed killer whales on earth. Find Out More
The healthy black bear population and whale-watching opportunities make Vancouver Island a great destination for wildlife enthusiasts. Separated from the mainland by a long strait, the island’s west coast overlooks the Pacific Ocean, while the mountainous interior is heavily forested with big conifers. Find Out More
Sharing open borders with its neighbours – Zimbabwe’s Tuli Safari Area and South Africa’s Mapungubwe National Park – Mashatu Game Reserve has incredible biodiversity with huge populations of elephant, eland, lion and giraffe. A number of hides provide excellent photographic opportunities. Find Out More
The most recent addition to Costa Rica's national parks, Los Quetzales extends across three types of rainforest, and 14 different ecosystems. Mostly cloud forest, it protects a crucial habitat for a number of plant and animal species, notably the resplendent quetzal, after which the park was named. Find Out More
The wetland of Maquenque Wildlife Refuge is located in the northern lowlands, close to the mouth of the Rio San Carlos. Rich in indigenous plants and animals, it is one of the few remaining nesting sites of the endangered great green macaw, as well as other vulnerable species such as manatee and jaguar. Find Out More
Located in Finland's Kuhmo region, directly opposite the Russian border, Kuikka Lake is surrounded by boreal forest, the typical habitat of brown bear, wolverine, wolf and white-tailed eagle. The surroundings are composed of wetlands and open grassland, offering good visibility for spotting wildlife. Find Out More
Skomer Island - Ynys Sgomer in Welsh - is situated off the lovely Pembrokeshire coast, and is famed for its wildlife. Some 50% of the world population of Manx shearwaters nests here, and the colony of Atlantic puffins is the largest in southern Britain, while its one unique mammal - the Skomer vole - is endemic. Find Out More
Located in southern Slovenia, the Dinaric Alps is a mountain range that stretches from Italy across Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro before ending in Albania. Noted for their rugged karst topography and valleys, they also offer rich forests filled with brown bears. Find Out More
Jigokudani Monkey Park offers visitors the unique experience of seeing wild Japanese macaques bathing in natural hot springs. Located deep in the forests of the Jigokudani Valley near Yamanouchi, the springs provide welcome relief from the freezing winter temperatures. Find Out More
More than double the size of the Lake District, Cairngorms National Park is the largest protected area in the United Kingdom. The Cairngorms covers a substantial swathe of the Scottish Highlands, encompassing a range of habitats and a home to a wide array of wildlife including the captivating red squirrel. Find Out More
Komodo National Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 due to the extraordinary lizards that live on its shores. Encompassing three main islands – Komodo, Rinca and Padar – and 26 smaller islands, this national park has roughly 2,500 Komodo dragons, as well as a plethora of marine life. Find Out More
