The largest of the national parks in the Canadian Rockies, Jasper National Park offers a quieter alternative to its more famous neighbour, Banff. With numerous trails to explore within the park, Jasper offers the chance to search for numerous mammal species in a truly unique wilderness setting. Find Out More
Lying on the India-Nepal border on the Singalila Ridge, Singalila National Park is one of the most exotic Himalayan forests in India. The park is one of the best locations within India to search for the elusive red panda and is a birder's paradise with more than 300 species found here. Find Out More
Covering 77,000 hectares in the eastern range of the Colombian Andes, Chingaza ranges from 800 metres above sea level to over 4,000. It is consequently home to a wide range of Andean fauna and flora, including spectacled bear, mountain tapir and unique, mountain-adapted flora. Find Out More
Nevado del Ruiz is one of numerous volcanoes which make up Los Nevados Natural National Park in the central Andes of Colombia. In addition to its volcanic and glacial history, this beautiful area is home to 1,200 species of vascular plants and a corresponding diversity of animals. Find Out More
Otún Quimbaya Fauna and Flora Sanctuary lies in the headwaters of the Otún River in the Central Andes of Colombia. In addition to its great beauty, the reserve is famed for its many rare birds, including the exquisite red-ruffed fruitcrow. Several mammals are also found here. Find Out More
In the extreme northeast of India, the Mishmi Hills are one of the country’s finest sites for wildlife. Almost 700 bird species have been recorded here and the list is growing. Among the many mammals which inhabit the montane forest of the Mishmi Hills are an exceptional eight species of cat. Find Out More
Stunning Eagle’s Nest Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh has a deserved reputation as one of Asia’s finest sites for birds and mammals. In addition to red panda, Asian clouded leopard, Blyth’s and Temminck’s tragopans and much more, it is home to the lovely, recently discovered Bugun liocichla. Find Out More
Situated in the northwest of Sri Lanka, Wilpattu National Park was closed for over a decade but is now fully open again and is one of few places on the island to provide an authentic wilderness experience. Wilpattu remains undisturbed and uncrowded making it a superb location for watching wildlife. Find Out More
Between the foothills of the Himalayas and the floodplains of the Indian subcontinent’s great rivers, Dudhwa is characterised by a mosaic of forest, tall grasslands and swamps. The park is rich in wildlife including Asian elephant, one-horned rhino, sloth bear, leopard, tiger and exceptional birdlife. Find Out More
The beautiful Zemplén Hills, on the border with Slovakia, are part of the North Hungarian Mountains, which in turn form part of the Carpathians. The hills' steep forested slopes are the site of several medieval stone castles, such as Sárospatak and Füzéri vár, and are home to many special birds. Find Out More
Aggtelek National Park in northeast Hungary is famed for its karst landforms and impressive limestone caves, which include Baradla, Europe’s largest stalactite cave. The park is home to lesser spotted eagle, northern goshawk, white-backed woodpecker and a huge diversity of mammals. Find Out More
North-eastern Europe was once covered in ancient woodland, and Białowieża is a remnant of this forest. It is home to a wonderful diversity of species and particularly important for protecting some of Europe’s large mammals, including bison, wolf, lynx and brown bear, as well as the pygmy owl. Find Out More
The Carpathians stretch for about 1,500km in a distinctive arc shape from the Czech Republic to Romania, and are the continent’s third longest mountain range. They are home to the largest populations of brown bear, wolf and lynx in Europe, as well as large tracts of native forest. Find Out More
Just 40km long and 24km wide, Islay comprises a mountainous east coast and fertile, windswept south-west and numerous uninhabited islands. It has a relatively mild climate and is a haven for wildlife. It also boasts a fascinating prehistory with numerous Neolithic structures visible around the island. Find Out More
The Pieniny Mountains are considered one of Poland’s most beautiful regions and have remarkable biodiversity including over 130 species of breeding birds including wallcreeper, hazel grouse, black woodpecker, corncrake and eagle owl, and butterflies such as Apollo and a variety of blues. Find Out More
Forming a natural boundary between Poland and Slovakia, the Tatra are the highest range in the Carpathian Mountains, with about 77% of the range in Slovakia. Protected in both countries, the Tatra are listed as UNESCO World Network Biosphere Reserves. The highest peak in Slovakia is 2,655m, and in Poland 2,499m. Find Out More
The Dordogne in south-west France is an excellent destination for birding, butterfly-watching and for wildflowers. It represents a ‘stepping-stone’ between the UK’s fauna and flora and that of more exotic regions. With a high diversity of species on offer, it is a wonderful region for the naturalist to explore. Find Out More
The Isle of Mull is home to a rich flora and fauna. It’s one of the best places to see otters in the UK, and special birds here include hen harrier, white-tailed and golden eagles as well as red-throated divers. Red deer, seals and a rich marine life are additional draws for the keen naturalist. Find Out More
Located on the Biebrza River in north-east Poland, the Biebrza Marshes comprise a network of lakes, marshes, river channels and well-preserved peat bogs covering 1,000 square kilometres. It is the most important breeding area for wetland birds in Poland and a feeding area for migrant species. Find Out More
Africa’s second highest mountain and arguably its most beautiful, Mount Kenya’s highest peak reaches 5,199m and is sacred to the Kikuyu people. An ancient extinct volcano, Mount Kenya – and its National Park – are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Find Out More
Famous for its ‘Paps’ – the island’s three major peaks which rise to 785m – which dominate the landscape, its ubiquitous red deer and malt whisky, Jura has a rich history which includes evidence of Stone Age inhabitants and Vikings. It is also noted for its birdlife, especially raptors such as golden eagles and hen harriers. Find Out More
Travel by small boat along the Kinabatagan River from Sukau for a truly authentic Bornean wildlife experience – the rewards can be huge, with many species thriving here that have lost their homes elsewhere in Borneo, such as proboscis monkey, Bornean orangutan and endangered hornbills. Find Out More
Lying on the northern edge of the Cairngorms, Grantown-on-Spey is surrounded by beautiful Highland scenery and there are numerous trails around the town and into the hills, mountains and woods. The town has an attractive square and high street with boutiques and shops selling a wide range of goods. Find Out More
Melnik is Bulgaria’s smallest town and rich in history, having witnessed the passage of Thracians, Romans and Byzantines. Melnik is renowned as a wine-producing area (one of the local varieties was a favourite of Winston Churchill’s) and for its naturally eroded sandstone pyramids. Find Out More
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