Kinabatangan River cruise – close encounters with Borneo wildlife
Most of today was taken up by traveling from Danum Valley to Sukau for our stay at Osman Homestay to look for wildlife of Kinabatangan River. We left the field … Read more
Asia
Asia has a wealth of wildlife watching opportunities. From the Tiger Reserves of India to the tropical jungle of Borneo and the high altitude wilderness of Bhutan and Tibet, these destinations are bound to leave long-lasting memories.
4 Days in Danum Valley – exploring the ancient rainforest and spectacular wildlife in Borneo
I have been dreaming about visiting Danum Valley for many years, ever since I heard stories about this ancient wilderness while living in Thailand. A field station surrounded by 130 … Read more
15 Amazing Bhutan Animals and all 10 of the Kingdom’s National Parks
To most people, the Kingdom of Bhutan is the land of mountain top monasteries and religious experiences. But when you visit Bhutan, you realize that there is much more to this … Read more
Guide to visiting Khao Yai National Park
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
Jaguar vs Leopard – How to tell them apart
Jaguar vs leopard – the two magnificent spotted big cats that are so similar in appearance, most people find them indistinguishable. But can you learn to tell them apart? Well, … Read more
12 Incredible Borneo Animals and best places to see Borneo wildlife
Straddling the equator and divided among three countries: Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei, Borneo is the third largest island on Earth. Its tropical rainforests are home to an incredible diversity of … Read more
The striking world of moths of Thailand
Living in rural Thailand for a few years, I was fascinated by the diversity of moths and butterflies that I could see around my house. And as any wildlife biologist … Read more
Butterflies of Thailand
Thailand is home to over 1,100 species of butterflies. They can be seen anywhere: in the National Parks, in the city gardens, in beach-side resorts and all over the countryside. … Read more
A Guide to the National Parks in Telangana, India
The land of Mowgli, Bagheera and Shere Khan, India is home to some of the world’s most famous national parks. There are hundreds of national parks and wildlife reserves in … Read more
Ranthambore National Park Safari, India
After only a few days of travelling in India and already feeling completely overwhelmed by the intensity of the place, I was in need of a few days in the … Read more
Best of Kerala National Parks for spotting wildlife
Famous primarily for its picturesque hill stations, tea plantations, sandy beaches and tranquil backwater resorts, the southern Indian state of Kerala is also home to more than 30 national parks, … Read more
An Underwater Safari in the Philippines
The Philippines is a developing nation and a paradise for nature lovers. This tropical slice of heaven is famous for its wide selection of stunning beaches, hidden lagoons and other … Read more
Wild cats of the Tibetan Plateau
Sprawled across the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, in the remote northern tip of China’s Sichuan province, Ruoergai grassland is an extraordinary place. By day it is a world of … Read more
Bumblebee Bats and Other Wildlife of Rural Thailand
There is a cave in the forested mountains of Western Thailand not far from the Burmese border, where a lone Buddhist monk lives, spending his days pondering on the meaning … Read more
Slow living on Koh Jum Island – off the beaten path in Thailand
A few years ago, I was getting a little overwhelmed while working full time and doing a science degree at the same time. And then I had a brilliant idea … Read more