This relatively unknown wilderness bordering Lake Kariba, dates from 1958, when the Kariba Dam flooded the Zambezi Valley to create a huge man-made lake. Matusadona has a varied habitat, attracting more than 400 bird species. Black rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard and elephant populations are also healthy in the area. Find Out More
Bundala, Lewaya and Kalametiya are the south coast’s major wetland areas. Home to almost all of Sri Lanka’s resident water birds, the area attracts countless migrants between November and March. Highlights include greater flamingo, lesser adjutant and painted stork, as well as a variety of mammals. Find Out More
Danum Valley is arguably Borneo’s premier wildlife location and boasts all ten of Sabah’s primate species. Early morning is the best time to enjoy the canopy walkway through the surrounding lowland rainforest and view the stunning birdlife. It also offers maybe the best chance to see orangutan in the wild. Find Out More
Set at the southern end of Lake Malombe, Liwonde National Park has quiet lagoons, open savannah and wooded hills. There is an astonishing diversity of birdlife to be found here, however the park's major attractions are boat safaris on the Shire River and the successful reintroduction of black rhino. Find Out More
The vast, remote, lowland area of Meru National Park was the setting for Joy Adamson’s book ‘Born Free’, and it boasts greater diversity of wildlife species than some other Kenyan parks, in particular its birdlife. Highlights include both Grevy’s and common zebra, gerenuk, lion, leopard and wild dog. Find Out More
Forming part of Tanzania’s ‘Western Safari Circuit’, Katavi National Park is a remote area of unspoilt nature. This undiscovered wilderness is awash with plains game and over 400 species of birds. Its isolated location results in low visitor numbers, making it ideal for watching wildlife in peace and solitude. Find Out More
An extension of the Selous ecosystem, this secluded park nestles between the Uluguru and Rubeho mountains, and visitors can spend a day here without seeing another tourist vehicle. Families of yellow baboon live at the southern end, near Kiboga, and more than 300 species of birds have been recorded. Find Out More
This 1.6 million hectare wildlife paradise is a vast tapestry of crystal clear water channels, lagoons and small islands, and is known for its concentrations of large wildlife and birds. Outings by boat or on land, at day or night, yields fantastic sightings within the private concessions of exclusive accommodation. Find Out More
Situated on the southern edge of the Kafue Flats, this wetland is worth a visit if you want to experience a different aspect of Zambia. It is one of the few places to see Chaplin’s barbet – over 400 species have been recorded here. You can explore the wetland on foot, by vehicle and, at certain times of year, boat. Find Out More
The Ross Sea is the southernmost sea on Earth and one of the most pristine environments in the world. The landscape is varied and unique, with key aspects including the Ross Ice Shelf and over 4,000 kilometres of coastline. There is an array of fascinating wildlife with 11 bird species, five seal species and 12 whales species. Find Out More
It might be one of Zambia's smallest parks, but Kasanka is packed full of different habitats with miombo woodland, riverine forest and papyrus swamps being just a few. Picturesque and peaceful, the birdlife here is exceptional and each year the park plays host to the migration of over ten million bats. Find Out More
The spiny forests near Ifaty are of great interest to birdwatchers and botanists alike. The area includes two of the island’s most threatened birds; the long-tailed ground roller and sub desert mesite. You will also find bizarre flora such as spined octopus trees, a sharp contrast to the ancient baobab trees. Find Out More
Nyika National Park is Malawi’s largest national park. Shared with neighbouring Zambia, it is a vast highland plateau of varied habitats, consisting of open grasslands, upland forests and miombo woodland, sustaining copious wildlife including over 400 recorded species of birds. Find Out More
Lake Mburo is a small, attractive park of rolling hills, grassland and a large papyrus-fringed lake. Effectively an extension of the Tanzanian plains, it has almost 70 species of mammal and good density of plains game. Once covered by open savannah, it contains much woodland and forms part of a 50 kilometre-long wetland. Find Out More
Located in the Rift Valley, Awash National Park is arguably the country’s best wildlife reserve. Consisting of dry acacia scrub and supporting small numbers of larger mammals that have been hunted out elsewhere, it is the stunning scenery and plentiful birdlife which are the big attraction for wildlife enthusiasts. Find Out More
Submarine volcanic activity caused this remarkable archipelago to rise from the seabed. Millions of years of isolation then allowed species to evolve through natural selection, creating a unique biological identity. There are no predators, so the animals know no fear – allowing close encounters. Find Out More
Isla Genovesa is one of the best places for birdwatching – here you can find the lava gull, the rarest gull in the world. A lava field on the north shore provides the ideal nesting place for storm petrels in its cracks and tunnels. The marine iguana is the only reptile on the island, and are the smallest in the archipelago. Find Out More
Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO world-heritage site, is located on the Brahmaputra River, and is a rich natural habitat for the Asian one-horned rhino. The open country makes wildlife viewing at Kaziranga fairly easy, and it is also a paradise for birders – thousands of migratory birds visit the park seasonally. Find Out More
The main port and one of the oldest cities in Chile, this delightful UNESCO World Heritage Site is sprawled across the hillsides and cliffs around a wide bay. A variety of seabirds can be seen along the coastline, while inland you will find the renowned wineries of the Casablanca and Colchagua valleys. Find Out More
This province covers a surface area of 4,300 square kilometres. Home to the world’s largest population of birds of paradise, the rainforest habitat houses an abundance of wildlife of all sorts. It is traversed by a number of well-maintained trails, making it one of the most pleasant locations for hiking in the highlands. Find Out More
This spectacular region is characterised by lush, high valleys sandwiched between towering limestone peaks and several roaring rivers. Due to its isolation, the province is home to New Guinea’s most fascinating tribal culture, and you can also find a fascinating range of birds, including several species of birds of paradise. Find Out More
Yacutinga Rainforest is a private reserve whose multi-layered ecosystem is home to countless species of birds, mammals and plants. You can explore on walking and boat trips with naturalist guides, watching colourful birds flit through the forest. Yacutinga makes a fantastic, relaxing finale to any wildlife trip. Find Out More
Madikwe Game Reserve, located along the border with Botswana, is made up of vast plains of open woodland and grasslands, ideal for the abundant wildlife. It experienced one of the world's largest translocations in the 1990's and now hosts over 300 bird and 66 mammal species, including a good wild dog population. Find Out More
Part of the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve, this park is home to rhesus macaque, Indian giant, and flying squirrel which are all endemic to this region, as well as tiger, blackbuck and four-horned antelope. The area is also a real paradise for bird enthusiasts, with numerous raptors residing here. Find Out More
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