65 Amazing things to do in Port Stephens – Your complete holiday guide
Like many Sydneysiders, I’ve been on the lookout for things to do in Port Stephens for years. In fact, my very first getaway from Sydney was a camping adventure in … Read more
Wildlife Destinations
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.
35 Amazing Brazilian Animals and Best Places to See Wildlife in Brazil
Occupying half of South America’s landmass, Brazil is the most biodiverse country in the world. It contains the world’s largest rainforest, the Amazon and the world’s largest tropical wetland, the … Read more
17 Fun Things to do in Narooma and in the surrounding countryside
Narooma is one of the most underrated destinations on the Far South Coast of NSW. Lying 350 kilometres from Sydney and 684 kilometres from Melbourne, it doesn’t get that much … Read more
23 Types of Foxes and Where to See Them in the Wild
In my travels in search of wild cats, I have been lucky to encounter many different types of foxes in the wild. Practically every country I travelled to had a few … Read more
11 Stunning South American Wild Cats and Where to See Them
When most of us think about South American wild cats, we picture the jaguar – the large spotted predator of the Amazon jungle. But did you know that South America … Read more
Guide to visiting Khao Yai National Park, Thailand
Covering 2168 sq km, Khao Yai is the third largest National Park in Thailand. It incorporates one of the largest primarily intact monsoon forests in South East Asia, which earned … Read more
10 Wild Cats of Africa and Their Unique Ways of Being a Cat
Wild cats are some of the most charismatic animals on earth, and Africa is home to 10 different wild cat species. Two of them are big cats: African lion and … Read more
Australian Animals – Guide to Unique Creatures of Down Under
From the 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, … Read more
Where can you see wild Australian animals in Sydney?
Australia is famous for our unique wildlife and while the cities are not typically considered as wildlife-watching destinations, with a bit of luck and effort you can see some of … Read more
3 Great Short Walks in Freycinet National Park
Home to the world-famous Wineglass Bay, Freycinet National Park protects 169 square kilometres of rugged Freycinet Peninsula coastline dominated by pink granite mountains and idyllic bays with white sandy beaches. … Read more
Hastings Caves and Southern Forest – a journey to Far South Tasmania
Once I explored the iconic locations of southern Tasmania like Bruny Island, Tasman Peninsular and Freycinet National Park, I wanted to get off the beaten path and visit some less-known … Read more
Collective nouns for animals – words you need to know for your next safari
A crash of rhinos, anyone? Or a prickle of porcupines? How about a parliament of owls? If you have no idea what I am talking about, you are not alone. … Read more
Sea caves and wildlife of the inhospitable Tasman Peninsula
Wild and remote, Tasman Peninsula has one of the most dramatic coastlines in Australia. And for a continent literally surrounded by stunning coastlines, it is saying a lot. But while … Read more
37 Things to do on Bruny Island: nature, wildlife, and scrumptious food
Before you start planning your Tasmania getaway, check out this exhaustive list of things to do on Bruny Island. There is something for everyone on Brudy, from unique wildlife to … Read more
What are the best African Safari Holidays Destinations?
There aren’t many travel experiences more rewarding than having a close encounter with wild animals on African Safari holidays. Be it a lion, a whale, or a meerkat, it’s all about … Read more