Guide to Planning Sri Lankan Safari
Since you are reading this post, you are probably considering a Sri Lankan Safari and wondering what are the best places for seeing wildlife in Sri Lanka. We spent two … Read more
Asia
Having lived and worked in China and Thailand, I have travelled extensively in Asia. And I returned to the continent several times in search of encounters with wild cats and other animals.
From the forests and wetlands of Thailand to the high-altitude environments of the Tibetan Plateau, wildlife in Asia is shaped by strong climatic and geographic contrasts. In Borneo, ancient rainforests support orangutans, clouded leopards, and a remarkable diversity of birdlife, while Sri Lanka is known for its concentration of large mammals, including leopards and elephants. Further east, the islands of the Philippines add another dimension to the region’s biodiversity, with high levels of endemism and rich marine ecosystems.
Best Ethical Whale Watching in Mirissa: Tour Review
Lying along Sri Lanka’s south coast 35 km east of Galle, the small port town of Mirissa is the best place in the world to see the magnificent Blue Whales … Read more
Things to Do in Sigiriya for Nature Lovers – Wild Sri Lanka
Looking for things to do in Sigiriya? Enjoy seeing animals in the wild and visiting epic landscapes? Then this guide is for you Sigiriya Rock may well be one of … Read more
Practical Guide to Khao Sok National Park: How to Visit & What to See
Home to some of the world’s oldest rainforests, Khao Sok National Park is a stunning tropical jungle in southern Thailand. It is easily one of the most stunning national parks … Read more
17 Things to Do in Trincomalee: Beaches, Whales & Temples
Lying on the east coast of Sri Lanka, 257 km northeast of Colombo, Trincomalee is considered to be one of the finest natural deep-water harbours in the world. It is … Read more
Wilpattu National Park Safari Guide, Sri Lanka 2025
Don’t leave Sri Lanka without seeing the island’s amazing wildlife! Our guide to Wilpattu National Park safari will help you plan your wild Sri Lankan adventure. Taking up almost 2% … Read more
11 Things to Do in Mirissa: Whales, Beaches, and Coconut Palms
Lying along Sri Lanka’s south coast 35 km east of Galle, Mirissa is a small port town with its main street stretching along a string of sandy beaches. The town … Read more
12 Unforgettable Things To Do in Palawan, the Philippines
The Philippines’ province of Palawan is as close as it gets to a tropical beach paradise. The Palawan Archipelago is comprised of the large Palawan Island and about mind-boggling 1,780 … Read more
12 National Parks in Thailand to Fall in Love With
When most people think about Thailand, they picture Buddhist temples, smiling locals and delicious cuisine. And this is all true. But no trip to the Land of Smiles would be … Read more
Why You Must Visit Erawan National Park on your Trip to Thailand
Home to the dreamy Erawan Waterfall, Erawan National Park is one of the most beautiful National Parks in Thailand. Imagine a river flowing down a 2100-meter-tall jungle-covered mountain, collecting calcite … Read more
Secret Crystal Cave in Kanchanaburi – An Amazing Hidden Gem
There is a hidden cave in Kanchanaburi province where the floor is covered by perfectly formed triangle formations. The cave is tricky to find, takes some effort to climb to, … Read more
Bumblebee Bat and Other Wildlife of Kanchanaburi, Thailand
There is a cave in the forested mountains of Western Thailand, in the province of Kanchanaburi, not far from the Burmese border, where a lone Buddhist monk lives, spending his … Read more
Guide to Visiting Khao Yai National Park, Thailand
Lying just 137 km east of Bangkok, in Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Khao Yai National Park is one of the best places in Southeast Asia to see the region’s wildlife, which … Read more
10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Tibetan Plateau
As travellers, we all long for new places to explore, to venture into the unknown and bring back unique stories and memories. Yet almost every destination you set your heart … Read more
4 Days in Danum Valley: Ancient Rainforest and Spectacular Wildlife
I have been dreaming about visiting Danum Valley in Borneo for many years, ever since I heard stories about this ancient wilderness while living in Thailand. A field station surrounded … Read more