Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve has become the first private reserve to become part of SNAP. SNAP is Ecuador’s National System of Protected Areas (Sistema Nacional de Areas Protegidas) and means that under law, the reserve will be protected and preserved. Not only is this good …
Tiger Tours in India
At the heart of the Asiatic jungles resides Panthera tigris, the world’s largest ‘big cat’. The walking embodiment of India’s heart, spirit and soul. No matter which ecosystem you find Asia’s tigers in, they are the dominant species. Their roar resounds for miles when they …
National Parks in Spain: Important Wildlife Conservation Areas
The protection of wildlife habitats and native species in Spain is focussed on its officially protected areas. Here we look at National Parks in Spain and how they relate to the country’s Natural Parks. Mainland Spain contains 11 of the country’s 16 National Parks, with …
Facts about Giant Otters
Giant Otters have to be high on every wildlife watcher’s wish list but the only way to see them in the wild is on a tour to South America. So, before you go, here’s everything you need to know about what makes Giant Otters so …
13 Species of Hummingbirds to Spot on a Trip to Central and South America
They may not all be super-rare, but these hummingbirds are among the most beautiful sights to see if you are on a bird tour anywhere in the southern Americas, from Honduras through countries such as Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia and as far south as Chile. …
Be Bewitched: Wildlife Holidays in India
Delve into India – a land of mystery, mountains and wildlife you’ll never forget. For many, India is a place of mystery and mountains. The rich range of habitat – from dry deserts to lush jungles, from green plains to staggering summits – is home …
Taking the Northern Peru Birding Route
Hummingbirds galore and a host of other exotic species await you on a birding tour in northern Peru. If top of your birding wish list is the chance to tick a Marvelous Spatuletail, then there is only one place in the world you can possibly …
A Guide to the Best Wildlife Holidays in Europe
Whether you’re after a two-week trek or a short weekend getaway, wildlife holidays in Europe will be packed full of surprises. Find your perfect trip here. Why choose Wildlife Holidays in Europe? Our second smallest continent really is something a little bit special. The Guinness …
Protecting Snow Leopards – Q&A on Snow Leopard Conservation in India
Saving the endangered snow leopards of India has become a life mission for one tour provider, who has found ways to make wildlife tourism a viable source of income for local people. Rebecca GibsonOrnithologist and photographer Nikhil Devasar has spent fifteen years taking small groups …
6 Top Birding Hotspots to See Amazing Avian Species
If you want to see some of the most iconic birds on the planet, you need to plan a trip to one of the top birding destinations. Here are six of the best birding hotspots and locations for keen birdwatchers to find amazing avian species. …