For those of you who haven’t heard of the spirit bear I’ll give you a quick introduction. Deep in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia, Canada, lives a truly special animal. Otherwise known as a Kermode bear, the spirit bear is actually a subspecies of the American black bear. The reason…
Searching for the Spirit Bear – Day 1
In search of the Loch Ness Monster
If you’ve followed this blog long enough you’ll know that we’re more than happy to travel to far-flung places, with only the faintest hope of catching a glimpse of an elusive animal. If you embark on a wildlife trip, in search of a rare animal (like a spirit bear or a pangolin), it’s often best…
The most scenic drive in the United Kingdom: and why google won’t take you there
If you’re making a trip to Scotland to see the amazing wildlife and nature on offer, then you’re probably going to come through a little town called Oban. Oban is on the west coast of Scotland; and visitors to the town will enjoy beautiful views over the harbour and ocean beyond, as well as a raft…
Exploring Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
For anyone travelling to Scotland in the hopes of seeing the surprising wildlife this country has to offer, then the Trossachs National Park should definitely be part of your itinerary. Not only do you have an excellent chance of spotting some iconic animals, but this also happens to be one of the most beautiful spots…
Come to Scotland with us…
For nature lovers out there a trip around Scotland may already be on your bucket list. Picture perfect lochs, dramatic highland landscapes and ancient castles fill this stunning country. Whichever way you turn you are never far from a place of natural beauty. But did you know Scotland also offers some of the most incredible…
Learn about earth’s earliest life – Cervantes & the Pinnacles
At around 3.5billion years old stromatolites are among the oldest life forms still in evidence on our planet. And just outside the town of Cervantes, in Western Australia you can see some of the finest examples of stromatolites that we know of. While these particular examples may only be around 3000 years old, by looking…
Step by step guide to beating the queues in Paris: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and more…
You probably know about East Africa’s Great Migration. Millions of wildebeest and zebra making their annual trip, following the seasonal rains through the Serengeti and Masai Mara. But did you know there is a European one too? Every year millions traverse Europe during the summer months and Paris is the heart of the action. If…
Swim with whale sharks – Back to Ningaloo
Swimming with Whale Sharks at Ningaloo Reef
See wild Koalas – Great Ocean Road
Australia’s Great Ocean road is not only one of the world’s most beautiful drives, home to stunning coastal scenery, but for those in Melbourne it is also one of the best and most convenient places to see wild koalas. Head to Kennet River and park up at the bottom of Grey River Road. From there take the…
What you need to know when planning your Borneo trip
Night Safari on the river
15 Amazing Wildlife Encounters in Western Australia
Okay, so we may be a little biased here, but we think Western Australia must be one of the best locations in the world for experiences with wild animals (and we’re including Africa in that statement). Visiting WA there are so many amazing animals on your doorstep and to see them is so easy for anyone visiting this spectacular place.…
