So you are dreaming of a wildlife safari, of experiencing the thrill of coming face to face with wild animals on their own turf. But which wildlife watching destination should you choose? With more than 6,000 national parks across the world and more than 15,000 species of birds and mammals alone, choosing a safari holidays destination can be a daunting task.
While most people are familiar with African safari destinations, there are many more incredible safari holiday destinations outside of Africa. Here you will find wildlife destination guides, suggested itineraries and trip reports from my wildlife watching trips that will help you plan your own wildlife safari. Scroll through the posts below or use the main menu to select a particular wildlife watching destination.
Wattamolla to Little Marley Beach walk in Royal National Park has it all: a forest swimming hole that looks like an infinity pool, a particularly colourful section of clifftop rocks, … Read more
To be completely honest, I expected Iguazu Falls to be at least slightly overrated. They just sounded too good to be true, especially considering the huge crowds that you would … Read more
The small town of Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island is one of the earth’s most unearthly places. It sits inside a collapsed volcano crater known as the Rotorua caldera. … Read more
Constantinople was one of the greatest cities in the world, the power seat of two major empires for over a thousand years. But where is Constantinople today? Well, it is … Read more
From egg-laying mammals to thorn-studded lizards and desert-dwelling frogs, Australian animals are as bizarre as creatures get on this planet, which makes Australia an extraordinary safari holidays destination. Sure, we … Read more
Before you plan a trip to Monteverde, check out our guide to Monteverde Cloud Forest animals and where to see them. Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is a magical forest of … Read more
Famous mainly for its magnificent cave temple – Phraya Nakhon Cave, Khao Sam Roy Yot National Park is much more than one sight. Named for its mountain peaks (Khao Sam … Read more
Corcovado National Park is hands down the best place to see wildlife in Costa Rica and to experience the tropical rainforest. As a perk, because the park has been protected … Read more
Looking for things to do in the Tweed? Here is a weekend itinerary that takes in the best of the Tweed Coast and the Tweed Valley. The story of the … Read more
The Philippines’ province of Palawan is as close as it gets to a tropical beach paradise. The Palawan Archipelago is compromised of the large Palawan Island and about mind-boggling 1,780 … Read more
There is something magical about bioluminescent insects. About their ability to light up the night as a starry sky. I used to see fireflies everywhere in Thailand, especially during the … Read more
Thinking of embarking on a Patagonia puma quest? Then you’ve come to the right place. This guide gives you the know-how to maximise your chances of spotting a puma in … Read more
No trip to Tasmania is complete without a visit to Cradle Mountain, even if it means packing a suitcase full of winter woollies for a summer vacation. Part of the … Read more
Traveling to the Galapagos archipelago is a living adventure. In fact, it’s the ultimate getaway to a remote destination, filled with rich marine life, unique wildlife, pristine beaches, and breathtaking … Read more
Whether your passion is mountains, canyons, hot springs, waterfalls, or wildlife, Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming and Montana has everything that you could dream of. During your visit, don’t be … Read more