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Wildlife Holidays

Discover the world's magnificent mix of wildlife

From the booming cries of howler monkeys in Costa Rica to the rare lemurs of Madagascar, the sounds and sights of a wildlife holiday are a soul-stirring experience.

Connect with Mother Nature like never before, on an unforgettable, life-changing wildlife holiday, enjoying ‘up-close-and-personal’ wildlife encounters and the joy of the Great Outdoors.

Explore the pristine jungles of Costa Rica, with their vibrant colours and unique sounds, or head to the tip of South America, where herds of wild guanacos roam the Patagonian steppe, and penguins, sea lions and whales are frequent sights. On another continent, come face to face with protected, free-roaming tigers in India’s Ranthambhore National Park, or see Asia’s last lions in Sasan Gir.

Or you can head to one of the richest biodiversity havens on earth. The island nation of Madagascar is filled with colourful wildlife and complex, active ecosystems. The islandis home to more than 11,000 endemic plant species and endangered animals including the Silky Sifaka, a white lemur, and the Ploughshare tortoise, the rarest tortoise in the world.

Whatever part of our natural world you choose to discover, wildlife holidays offer an experience you’ll cherish forever, combining a magnificent mix of wildlife with fascinating cultural encounters and some of the planet’s most extraordinary scenery.

Best wildlife holidays

Elephants in the water in South Africa
On Safari in South Africa – Elephant Lodge
South Africa
+ 4 More
  • Unwind between game drives in Sebatana's luxury resort, Elephant Lodge, with its outdoor swimming pools, bar, and traditional African Boma
  • Take in Waterberg's most biodiverse reserves in search of the 'Big Five', from vast Pilanesburg to Kaingo's secluded savannah trails
  • Enjoy up-close animal encounters with an immersive guided walk through the Sebatana bush, spotting its impressive local wildlife
  • 10 days from £2,193 pp

    was £2,579 pp

  • Dates Available

    January 2025 - December 2027

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions

    7 included

  • Meals

    21 included

South Africa vineyard
Cape Town, the Garden Route and Big Five Safari
South Africa
+ 5 More
  • Spend two nights in the privately owned Garden Route Game Lodge
  • Four game drives in search of the Big Five
  • Wine-tasting on a Franschhoek wine estate
  • 12 days from £3,064 pp

    was £3,225 pp

  • Dates Available

    January 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    12 days

  • Depart From

    5 airports

  • Excursions

    11 included

  • Meals

    16 included

Orangutans, Borneo
Borneo's Orangutans and Rainforest Adventure
Borneo, Malaysia
+ 4 More
  • Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Conservation Centre
  • Spend an unforgettable day at the Rainforest Discovery Centre
  • Wildlife cruises on the Kinabatangan River and oxbow lakes and a stay in a jungle lodge
  • 13 days from £2,682 pp

    was £3,155 pp

  • Dates Available

    February 2025 - November 2027

  • Duration

    13 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    8 included

  • Meals

    20 included

 Cape Winelands South Africa
Classic South African Adventure
South Africa
+ 5 More
  • Stay and sip on local labels in the heart of the Winelands
  • Journey through the Cape Peninsula to enjoy three incredible memorable days, embracing the splendours of Cape Town
  • View the intriguing Cango Caves and visit an ostrich farm
  • 17 days from £4,066 pp

    was £4,279 pp

  • Dates Available

    01 October 2025

  • Duration

    17 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    13 included

  • Meals

    21 included

Giraffes In Kenya
Kenyan Wildlife and Coastal Explorer - Exclusively Solos
Kenya
+ 4 More
  • Experience a full day exploring the wonders of Tsavo West National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives
  • Witness Africa's highest mountain and a dormant volcano, towering Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Take a dip in the warm Indian Ocean, sunbathe on the stretches of white sand, and dabble in a variety of aquatic activities
  • 10 days from £3,743 pp

    was £3,939 pp

  • Dates Available

    May 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    6 included

  • Meals

    24 included

Cariblue Beach & Jungle Resort Pools
Costa Rica - Wildlife, Rainforest and Caribbean Beach
Costa Rica
+ 4 More
  • View the jungle from a different angle with a Sky Walk tour
  • Embrace ample time to unwind at a Caribbean beach resort
  • Embark on a guided walk through the enchanting Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
  • 13 days from £4,138 pp

    was £4,355 pp

  • Dates Available

    28 October 2025

  • Duration

    13 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    7 included

  • Meals

    22 included

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India and Nepal - Tigers, Taj and Temples
India, Nepal
+ 3 More
  • Chand Baori, Abhaneri's astonishing stepwell
  • Visit the Taj Mahal at sunset in Agra
  • Visit Amber Fort and Jaipur's exquisite Palace of the Winds
  • 17 days from £3,399 pp

    was £3,998 pp

  • Dates Available

    May 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    17 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    14 included

  • Meals

    23 included

Hacienda Hotel Entrance
Peru - Land of the Incas with Amazon Extension
Peru
+ 5 More
  • Discover Machu Picchu – the lost city of the Incas
  • Spend four nights deep in the heart of the Amazon in your own cabana style accommodation on the shores of the Madre de Dios River
  • Explore the Sacred Valley and the ruined Inca stronghold of Ollantaytambo
  • 19 days from £4,437 pp

    was £5,219 pp

  • Dates Available

    February 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    19 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    28 included

  • Meals

    25 included

Macchu Picchu, Peru
Peru, Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands
Peru, Ecuador
+ 5 More
  • Discover Machu Picchu – the lost city of the Incas
  • Close-up encounters with sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and giant tortoises
  • Experience Otavalo’s colourful market – South America’s largest
  • 17 days from £6,152 pp

    was £6,475 pp

  • Dates Available

    May 2025 - November 2026

  • Duration

    17 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions

    23 included

  • Meals

    19 included

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