Britain · WILDLIFE
The 8 best wildlife tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Walk-through wildlife at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, South Yorkshire: polar bears and big cats up close, plus indoor and outdoor play areas, one day.
“a very enjoyable day, the kids loved it.Some of the animals stayed inside but that's life”
Drive and walk Highland Wildlife Park near Aviemore with conservation talks and over 200 animals. A one-day ticket from $31.
“What an incredible place!! I loved how it has been designed for the animals over humans, It's not fancy but all the animals are relaxed and happy. I sat for an hour watching a Polar Bear play with his toy in the water, not a care in the world! Coupled with the most breathtaking views, this place is truly magical! Rebecca.”
Penzance to Land's End RIB tour with wildlife guides, passing Minack and Porthcurno, searching offshore for dolphins, seals and tuna.
“Wet, wild and wonderful. We had a really excellent trip, got to see bluefin tuna, seals and porpoise, and lots of sea birds. My son and I had such a good time, and the guides were very knowledgeable about the wildlife and local history. 10/10 would recommend.”
A full day on the Moray Coast, from Findhorn beaches and Bow Fiddle Rock to seabirds and Strathisla whisky, with a local guide.
“Sonia was a brilliant tour guide. Made a few extra photo stops to see some seals and highland cows. 😍 Had a lovely day driving around the coast. Beautiful landscapes! A day well spent!”
Sea cave kayaking from Oddicombe, Torquay. Paddle caves and coves, hunt Devonian fossils, forage seaweed, fire up marshmallows.
“Nothing to be improved, was a very good experience. They took safety very seriously, did forecast some rain. Glad we did not cancel as like weather forecast said showers, if was going to be bad weather they would have cancelled or rescheduled it. Definitely recommend and don’t be put off with weather forecast. 👍😁”
Two hours on the RHIB Mis Me from Penzance Harbor, scanning Mounts Bay for dolphins, seals, whales and birds in 360-degree comfort.
Join the Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust for a 2-hour sea watch from Glengorm Estate, Mull, learning how to spot whales, dolphins, birds.
“A wonderful morning on the headland spent watching minke whales and manx shearwater feeding while learning about the incredible creatures visiting our shores from very knowledgeable guides.”
ARK Wildlife and Dinosaur Park in Lincolnshire, with Jurassic Ark dinosaurs, Tropical House, soft play, and Kalahari Cafe treats.
Every kind of day out, from stone circles to stadium tunnels.
