Get inspired

— Let us inspire you with a few destinations outside of Scotland that weave abundant biodiversity and wildlife watching experiences with brilliant conservation initiatives.

Borneo

The rainforests of Borneo still hold a mind-boggling array of species from Asian Elephants and Clouded Leopards, to Orangutan and Sun Bears. Giant forest trees are home to Hornbills, Gibbons and a spectacular array of butterflies, moths and orchids, not to mention the largest flower on the planet: Rafflesia.

The spread of palm oil plantations has significantly reduced this habitat, but conservation organisations are working to safe-guard what they can and promote eco-tourism as a viable economic industry. Come and explore with us for a chance to get close up with some of the most incredible species on the planet whilst helping to safeguard their future.

“Jungle Odyssey”

An encounter with an Orang-utan is a truly unforgettable experience

Walk through the misty mountains of Kinabalu in search of carnivorous plants!

Experience Paradise

Papua

Always wanted to see Birds of Paradise? Now’s your chance! The island of New Guinea is simply astonishing. Forest blankets dramatic ridgelines and echo with the sound of some of the most remarkable birds on the planet.

The dark understory is home to an incredible assemblage of wildlife from tiny marsupial-shrews to the monstrous Cassowary. Undoubtedly the most famous inhabitants are the Birds of Paradise; an extraordinary group of birds with eye-catching, often gaudy plumage and out of this world displays.

Venture in search of these almost mythical birds with us whilst supporting community-based forest conservation.

Pheasant Pigeon in front of a Vogelkop Bower Bird bower

Rewild Yourself

Europe

— Poland, Romania, Spain, Italy, the Balkans and more

Explore a hidden side of Europe. Meet the species that once roamed wildly through the continents’ forests, plains, marshes and mountains.

From Brown Bears and Bison in the primeval forests of Eastern Europe to Iberian Lynx and vultures in Spain, there’s much more lurking on this continent than meets the eye. Combine experiencing these incredible species and places with supporting local communities working to rewild landscapes.

“Journey to the roof of the world”

Tibet

Occupying a vast area of central Asia, the Tibetan Plateau sits high above the rest of the world. Here, vista after vista will take your breath away.

Tibetan families make a living from Yak herding to a backdrop of inhospitable peaks and lush valleys. This is the realm of Snow Leopards, Tibetan Antelope, Pallas’s Cat, Lammergeier, Tibetan Sandgrouse, Wolves and Wild Yaks.

Come in search of the Grey Ghost with us at one of the most incredible community conservation projects on the planet and explore the endless sights of the high plateau.

Woolly Hare is a common species at high altitude in Tibet

Elliot's Laughingthrush at Labahe on the slopes of the Himalaya

Wolves are surprisingly common in some areas of Tibet

Sahara to the Atlantic

Morocco

Morocco epitomises the exotic for many.

A sensory overload awaits you from the colourful souks of Taroudant and Marrakesh where the air is filled with the aromas of spices and herbs, to the endless landscapes of the Sahara and the awe-inspiring peaks of the Atlas Mountains.

Let us show you the highlights of this diverse nation from nights under a vast starry skyscape looking for incredible desert creatures to the wave-lashed Atlantic coast home to Northern Bald Ibis.

A desert Gecko (Stenodactylus mauritanicus)

Japan

Famous for its culture, volcanoes and cherry blossom, Japan is also one of the most incredible winter destinations.

Deep snow blankets much of the country and on the sub-Arctic island of Hokkaido a number of incredible wildlife spectacles can be witnessed. Watch the endangered Red-crowned Crane at dawn as they slowly stir from their steaming river roost site, and at the opposite end of the day fix eyes with the blazing yellow eyes of the world’s largest owl, Blakiston’s Fish Owl. By day soak in a winter wonderland where the immense Steller’s Sea Eagles flock together on the frozen sea making White-tailed Eagles look small!

“Winter Wonderland”

The worlds largest owl: Blakiston's Fish Owl

Red-crowned Crane

Steller's Sea Eagle and White-tailed Eagles

Oriental Surprise

Thailand

Situated at the base of the Malay Peninsula and the foot of the Himalayas, Thailand is one of the most biodiverse south-east Asian nations.

Its network of national parks and conservation projects mean you can still enjoy watching the critically endangered Spoon-billed Sandpiper in the morning and be face to face with the lords of the forest, Guar and Asian Elephant, in the afternoon. Add in tens of thousands of ‘puddling’ butterflies, a dawn chorus of Gibbons, the elusive Dhole and some incredible reptiles and you have a truly remarkable destination.