The Somerset Levels are one of Britain’s best wetlands and abound with wildlife. Thousands of waterfowl and waders winter here, preyed on by marsh harriers and peregrines, while local populations of great egrets and reintroduced cranes grow each year. Starling murmurations here are unrivalled in the UK.
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Discover the wildlife of Colombia on this small group trip to some of the country's most spectacular reserves and national parks. Mammals we're likely to see include cotton-top tamarin, giant anteater and mountain tapir, with bird species including buffy helmetcrest, Santa Marta endemics and hummingbirds.
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Venture to New Zealand’s far south-west, where mountains meet the sea and wildlife thrives in a remarkably intact landscape. This expedition showcases Fiordland’s dramatic glacial valleys and endemic species, with a pioneering offshore extension to the Puysegur Trench in search of elusive cetaceans.
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If you are a connoisseur who yearns for untouched wilderness, this is the safari for you! Zambia's vast Bangweulu wetland is home to over 30,000 black lechwe and the highly endangered shoebill, and Kasanka famously has over 400 bird species, including the rare Pel’s fishing owl.
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With over 760 bird species, more than 1,000 butterfly species, and an interesting diversity of flora and mammals, Ghana is a naturalist’s paradise. This superb tour searches for the iconic white-necked picathartes, and explores the country’s diverse and wildlife-rich rainforests.
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Estonia’s vast wetlands and remote forests offer exceptional wildlife watching, from elk, beavers and ringed seals to brown bears, Siberian flying squirrels and black storks. The contrasting regions we visit create a wonderfully complementary and outstanding holiday itinerary for wildlife enthusiasts.
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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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Offering a combination of abundant insects, wildflowers, birds and reptiles, this wildlife tour has something for everyone. From a base in a historic rural village, explore unspoilt habitats in search of a wealth of different wildlife, including rare butterflies, spectacular orchids, and iconic birds from specialist hides.
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Delve into the depths of the Amazon River on a 7-night expedition that takes you through the heart of the Marañon and Ucayali tributaries. Encounter fascinating wildlife from vibrant toucans to remarkable pink dolphins, and discover the beauty of blackwater lakes, lush rainforests, and the Amazon River’s origins.
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From steaming volcanoes and caldera lakes to towering snow-capped mountains, swathes of primaeval forests and rugged coastlines, Hokkaido is Japan’s wildest island. During the summer wildlife abounds, with brown bear, orca, minke whale, sea otter and Blakiston’s fish owl all to be encountered.
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Join our small group tour led by Nick Baker to explore the natural wonders of the Isle of Skye. Amongst spectacular scenery we search for otters, white-tailed and golden eagles, red deer and corncrake, while boat trips offer a chance of whales, dolphins, seals and seabirds including puffins.
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Join us for a summer break in one of Europe’s best destinations for waders, led by expert Martijn Bot. Great numbers of birds, of a superb variety of species, visit the reserves along the north Netherlands coast in summer, as an essential stopover during their southward migration.
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Explore the Somerset Levels, one of Britain’s most rewarding wetlands, on this short break with TV naturalist Mike Dilger. Look for booming bitterns, spring migrants and breeding birds such as bearded tit, Cetti’s warbler, water rail and marsh harrier, and enjoy the spectacle of hobbies catching dragonflies on the wing.
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This tour combines Armenia’s remarkable diversity of landscape and habitat, a taste of its unique culture, and an opportunity to see demoiselle cranes on their autumn passage. We also aim to see a wide variety of other birds in this Transcaucasus country, including migrant raptors and passerines.
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The wild and beautiful Spanish region of Extremadura is the last stronghold for some of Europe's most endangered bird species. Join us for a week of birding, travelling deep into the heart of this secret wilderness to view these scarcities amongst a spectacular assemblage of raptors.
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The county of Suffolk offers some of the best birdwatching in England at any time of year. In late spring, this beautiful and hugely diverse stretch of coastline and extensive heaths are home to an extraordinary range of breeding birds such as avocet, bittern, stone curlew and bearded tit.
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This self-drive trip covers the best of the Top End, visiting four national parks: Mary River, Kakadu, Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) and Litchfield. Various excursions designed to showcase these iconic locations are included, but there’s still time to do your own thing and arrange activities locally.
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Join us on a long-weekend in western Estonia to search for large flocks of Steller’s eider and other winter specialities, amidst spectacular snow-covered scenery. Other birding highlights include owls, waterbirds – including long-tailed duck and goldeneye – as well as white-tailed eagle.
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North-eastern Poland boasts some of the wildest, most unspoilt forest and freshwater marshland habitats in Europe. We visit the wild ancient forest of Białowieża, and the vast Biebrza Marshes for some of the best birdwatching and wildlife experiences that the continent has to offer.
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Our 3-night Norfolk in Late Winter tour goes in search of many of the county’s most iconic birds, both along the glorious North Norfolk Coast and in the beautiful Brecks. Goshawk, hen harrier, merlin, shorelark, snow bunting, twite, hawfinch and firecrest are all among the possibilities.
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Join naturalists Mike Dilger and Ed Drewitt on this single centre holiday to discover and celebrate the wildlife of England’s south coast. Staying at a historic country house in the Dorset countryside, we're well-placed to enjoy a fantastic diversity of birds, mammals and reptiles across the region.
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Discover the pristine wilderness of Canada’s Arctic aboard the Ultramarine. With twin-engine helicopters, soar above remote landscapes and explore Canada's remote Arctic from high above, a perspective few have ever experienced. Encounter iconic wildlife such as polar bear, musk oxen and beluga whale.
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This small-ship expedition takes you on an adventure into the wilderness, showcasing Tasmania's rugged coastal beauty and unique wildlife. Pristine World Heritage areas and national parks teem with native wildlife, from wombat, kangaroo, wallaby, and pademelon, to rare bird species, like the orange-bellied parrot.
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Discover the best of Devon’s wildlife on this small group tour, where beavers, dolphins and cirl buntings are among some of the highlights that can be found. Travelling in mid-summer, Devon is full of life with migrant birds feeding their chicks, butterflies drifting over Dartmoor hillsides and beavers raising kits.
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