Early summer is a fabulous time for wildlife right across the British Isles, but nowhere more so than the remote and rugged coastline, the islands and the moors of Northumberland. At this time of year there is simply no finer English county for outstanding birding and wildlife experiences.
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Join this voyage of a lifetime as you sail from Scotland to Svalbard, calling at Fair Isle and Jan Mayen en route. During the journey you visit prime sites across the North Atlantic and Arctic Ocean, visiting remote, wildlife-rich islands and dramatic coastlines. In Svalbard, explore fjords and search for iconic Arctic wildlife.
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Join us on our wildlife photography trip to the Isle of Mull where we spend time photographing the islands’ wildlife including its enigmatic puffins and spectacular white-tailed sea eagles. There’s also the chance to see seals, and cetaceans and indulge in some macro photography, from our base in Tobermory.
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Embark on an extraordinary journey to explore the untamed beauty of Scotland's wild isles. Renowned for breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and abundant wildlife, these far-flung and rugged islands are a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Encounter a variety of seabirds and an abundance of marine life.
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Our 4-night Norfolk in Early Summer tour goes in search of Norfolk’s most special birds, mammals, plants and insects at one of the finest times for wildlife in this diverse and beautiful county. Targets include bittern, little tern, Norfolk hawker, swallowtail and fen orchid.
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Enjoy the wildlife and ancient habitats of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley on our leisurely short break to this beautiful part of West Gloucestershire. We hope to encounter wild boar, hawfinch, peregrine falcon and goshawk as well as admiring the stunning landscapes throughout.
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The Isle of Mull offers some of the finest wildlife watching in the UK and in the company of our expert leaders we hope to enjoy a wealth of bird and mammal life. From the comfort of a hotel in Loch Na Keal, explore by foot, vehicle and boat at the peak time for wildlife activity.
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The unspoiled archipelago of the Shetlands is filled with remarkable wildlife. Wildflowers adorn the terrain, cliffs seasonally serve as coliseums for breeding colonies of seabirds, sheltered bays along the rugged coastline harbour seals and otter, whilst offshore marine mammals thrive in the pristine waters.
Find out more about The Shetland Islands with Mike Dilger
Explore the North Norfolk Coast at the peak of wader migration and witness the astounding gathering of red knot and other birds at high tide at RSPB Snettisham. All along the coast at this excellent time of year there may be waders, seabirds and waterfowl. Join us as we go in search of them.
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Join us for a week of outstanding British wildlife photography on the magical Isle of Mull. Enjoy creative photography as we spend intimate time immersed within a huge puffin colony, capture spectacular images of white-tailed sea eagles diving for fish and photograph everything from otters to sundews.
Find out more about Z) Isle of Mull Photography With Nick Garbutt & Alex Hyde
The spectacular Scottish Highlands provides the ultimate setting for our Festival of British Wildlife. Join some of the world’s leading naturalists and wildlife photographers for exclusive use of Aigas Estate on this trip for both photographers and non-photographers as we observe Britain's most iconic species.
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The Welsh island of Skomer off the Pembrokeshire coast is home to one of the UK’s largest breeding colonies of Atlantic puffins and Manx shearwaters. Join us on this three-day trip where there will be countless opportunities to photograph these seabirds at the height of the breeding season.
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Join us on a wildlife photography holiday to the Isle of Mull in autumn, specifically timed to witness the spectacle of the red deer rut and the vast numbers of pupping Atlantic grey seals. Amongst stunning autumn colours we also hope to photograph otters, white-tailed and golden eagles.
Find out more about Z) Isle of Mull Wildlife Photography in Autumn
The west coast of the Scottish Highlands is renowned for its superb scenery and limpid summer light. Golden and white-tailed eagles soar overhead, while otters feed and play in rocky inlets. Enjoy the stunning peaks and lochs of Wester Ross, accompanied by naturalist and conservationist Mike Bagshaw.
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Using captive-bred subjects like mantids, scorpions and spiders, this workshop recreates the experience of photography in a rainforest or tropical habitat. Join award-winning wildlife photographer Alex Hyde in Worcestershire as he introduces and explains the principles and techniques.
Find out more about Z) Bugs ‘n’ Beasts Indoors: Photography Workshop
Early summer is a fabulous time to visit the Scottish Highlands as the forests, moors, coastline and glens come alive with an incredible diversity of wildlife ranging from Caledonian butterflies and marine mammals to raptors and iconic passerines and land mammals.
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Explore the Exmoor National Park in search of wildlife and photographic opportunities in the company of acclaimed wildlife photographer Nick Garbutt. During our time in this unique landscape, we hope to capture images of majestic red deer, the iconic ponies, rugged landscapes and dramatic night skies.
Find out more about Z) Exmoor – Red Deer, Ponies & Night Skies
For this workshop with wildlife photographer Nick Garbutt we have exclusive use of a purpose-built hide in a secluded valley in the mid-Devon countryside. This gives us intimate access to the badgers that inhabit an extensive and long-established sett – it has been there for well over 20 years.
Find out more about Z) Badger Photography Workshop
