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The Naturetrek guides were knowledgeable, helpful and friendly, as were all the ship's crew and Oceanwide staff. A group of ten of us were travelling to Tierra del Fuego via Frankfurt, and a series of aborted flights and mishaps occurred, which meant that we missed our southward connection in Buenos Aires. When alerted to this, Naturetrek staff worked overnight to rearrange onward travel for us, by plane and minibus via Rio Grande, and we reached the ship with 2 hours to spare. I have always found Naturetrek to be a great company, and in this instance they were superb.
H.J. Denbighshire, Jan 24
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The Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
Tour Code: ATA01A 24-day wildlife holiday including a classic 19-night expedition voyage to the Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula from Ushuaia in Patagonia.
24 days
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£18,595 (Inc flights)
£18,595 (Inc flights)
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£16,295
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In January 2027 Naturetrek will be chartering the 109-passenger, ice-strengthened, MV Ortelius for the ultimate in wildlife cruises. This 23-day holiday includes an 19-night expedition voyage to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. We begin with a flight to Ushuaia in Patagonia where we board our vessel and - with a variety of albatrosses and petrels in our wake - cross the Southern Ocean to the Falkland Islands, our first port of call. We have two days here to enjoy the colonies of Rockhopper Penguins and Black-browed Albatrosses before heading out to sea once more for South Georgia, home to millions of penguins and other seabirds. We spend four days here amidst spectacular scenery and huge seabird colonies and, weather permitting, hope to include a visit to Prion Island, the breeding site for the Wandering Albatross, and a landing at the vast King Penguin rookery at St Andrews Bay. Next we visit the South Orkney and South Shetland Islands watching out for ocean giants such as Humpback, Southern Right and Fin Whales en route. Finally, we have four days to enjoy the majesty and grandeur of the Antarctic Peninsula before heading back out to sea, across the Drake Passage and back to Ushuaia.
- Join Naturetrek on our exclusive wildlife charter
- Includes a 19-night voyage (one night longer than most similar cruises)
- Focus on the birds, mammals & scenery of the Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica Peninsula
- Small ship cruising on the ice-strengthened MV Ortelius
- Enough Zodiacs for everyone to leave the ship at the same time!
- Visit Southern Rockhopper Penguin rookeries on the Falkland Islands
- Enjoy four days exploring South Georgia
- Spectacular Antarctic scenery & numerous huge icebergs
- Visit the Wandering Albatross colony on Prion Island, South Georgia
- Mammals include Southern Elephant Seal, Leopard Seal & Weddell Seal
- Visit Chinstrap, Adelie & Gentoo Penguin colonies on the Antarctic Peninsula
- Look for cetaceans such as Orca, Humpback Whale & Commerson's Dolphin
- Escorted by expert Naturetrek naturalist guides & expedition leaders
Grading
Grade A/B. Day walks only, mostly easy and optional although often over snowy and icy terrain. Please see the detailed tour itinerary for more information on grading.
Antarctica is a land of superlatives. It is the coldest, windiest, driest, iciest and highest of all the major landmasses of the world. It is a continent of extremes, but also one of extreme beauty! Those fortunate enough to explore its icy shores cannot fail to be awe-struck by the sheer grandeur of the landscape, the towering glaciers, rugged snow-covered mountains and huge icebergs calved into myriad shapes by the relentless pounding of the Southern Ocean. This encircling ocean is, in turn, one of the richest of all seas and the basis for the food chain that supports Antarctica’s huge concentration of wildlife. Every spring, as the pack-ice slowly retreats, millions of penguins, seabirds and other creatures leave the vastness of these turbulent waters to converge on the continent and its surrounding necklace of islands, to breed and raise their young. By mid January the breeding season is at its peak, penguins and albatrosses are busily feeding chicks and the race to fledge is in full swing, before darkness descends once more, heralding the return of winter’s even icier grip.
In January 2027 Naturetrek will be once again taking full charter of the 109-berth, ice-strengthened, MV Ortelius, with the aim of repeating the itinerary — and success — of our past exclusive charters around the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula. Taking a full charter of MV Ortelius is the key to the success of our polar expeditions, for it allows us to design the itinerary to include only the very best wildlife sites and to fill the ship with like-minded Naturetrek clients. It also allows us to bring along a selection of our most experienced naturalist tour leaders, ensuring that all aspects of natural history are covered and that our group enjoy three weeks of unforgettable wildlife sightings and breathtaking scenery! It is a winning formula we plan to repeat every few years.
We begin the holiday with a flight to Buenos Aires in Argentina, and then to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. From here we board our ship and head out along the Beagle Channel and into the Southern Ocean. En route to the Falkland Islands there will be plenty to entertain us, as the ship will be accompanied throughout by a wonderful variety of exciting seabirds. These are sure to include plenty of Black-browed Albatross and Southern Giant Petrel, plus the occasional Wandering Albatross. Indeed, an undoubted highlight for many will be our first sighting of a ‘Wanderer’ gliding effortlessly over the ocean, held aloft by the longest wings in the avian world.
We now have two days to enjoy the scenery and wildlife of the Falkland Islands. Arriving from Britain the visitor finds a landscape which brings to mind the northern isles of Scotland, although the wildlife is excitingly different. We will visit Rockhopper, Magellanic and Gentoo Penguin rookeries, plus colonies of Black-browed Albatross which nest on windswept tussock-covered slopes. King Penguins also nest here in smaller numbers, whilst in the surrounding seas we will be looking out for Commerson’s and Peale’s Dolphins.
A further two days of pelagic bird and whale-watching brings us to the isolated island of South Georgia, home to some of the world’s great wildlife spectacles. For the next four days we will enjoy the mountains, glaciers and abundant wildlife of this remote outpost, including - if the conditions allow - the vast King Penguin colony at St Andrew’s Bay and the Wandering Albatross colony on Prion Island. Huge Southern Elephant Seals crowd the beaches and create a somewhat grumpy obstacle course for the thousands of Macaroni and Chinstrap Penguins as they make their way to their huge and raucous colonies. Light-mantled Sooty Albatross also breed here and we will also take a quick break from the wildlife to visit the grave of Ernest Shackleton, one of history’s great Polar explorers. The whale-watching around South Georgia can also be superb with sightings of Humpback, Fin and Southern Right Whales all likely.
Moving on, we visit the South Orkney Islands before arriving at the Antarctic Peninsula itself, a truly awe-inspiring landscape that dwarfs the ship and its inhabitants. Flock after flock of Gentoo and Adélie Penguins porpoise rapidly through the water on their way to and from numerous breeding colonies. South Polar Skua and the ghostly white Snow Petrel are also to be seen here, whilst beneath the waves the summer bloom of plankton and krill attract ocean giants such as Humpback and Antarctic Minke Whales. The mighty Orca also patrols these waters and the menacing, almost reptilian, outline of Leopard Seals is frequently seen, as they lie hauled up on ice floes awaiting their next unfortunate penguin snack!
We will have four days in which to absorb the majesty and grandeur of the Antarctic Peninsula, before heading back out to sea for the final time to cross the Drake Passage, past Cape Horn, back to Ushuaia and ultimately home.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1
Depart London
Day 2
Ushuaia
Day 3
Board MV Ortelius
Day 4
At sea
Day 5/6
Falkland Islands
Day 7/8
At sea
Day 9/12
South Georgia
Day 13
At sea
Day 14
South Orkney Islands
Day 15
At sea
Day 16/18
Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
Day 19/20
Drake Passage
Day 21
Disembark MV Ortelius. Fly Buenos Aires & overnight.
Day 22
Depart Buenos Aires.
Day 23
Arrive London
What's Included?
- Flights
- Accommodation:
For this cruise we have exclusively chartered the 109-berth ice-strengthened MV Ortelius. All cabins have private facilities. In Ushuaia and Buenos Aires we use comfortable tourist hotels with private facilities. The prices shown under the 'Dates and Prices' tab are based on twin cabin with porthole accommodation. Please download the tour itinerary or call the Naturetrek office on 01962 733051 for twin cabin prices and further cabin upgrade options.
- Food:
All meals are included in the price with the exception of lunches and dinners in Ushuaia and Buenos Aires. Allow £150.
Reviews
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An exciting trip rich with wildlife - penguins, petrels, prions (birds), and pinnipeds - and offering an exhilarating polar plunge. Enjoy amazing zodiac rides to beaches where you are literally tripping over penguins, seals and pups. Encounter seas of hundreds of thousands of penguins, lands blanketed in snow and ice, and manoeuvre around Icebergs, bergy bits, and floe ice at sea. On our ship, Ortelius, we enjoyed fantastic food and service. Overall the trip was tremendous fun. What could be better?
M.O. Switzerland, Jan 19 -
We spent three weeks on an Icebreaker research ship in Antarctica with PhD level researchers, guides and crew. We landed almost daily but at sea was as informative as being ashore. We saw over 150 bird's and every kind of Whale including an Orca attack. This was so much more than a cruise, it was a genuine adventure. Seamless care, coordination and expertise was the norm. Not much more one could ask.
P.F. Glamorganshire, Jan 19 -
We were on board MV Ortelius from Ushuaia to Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula. We were very fortunate with sea conditions and were able to undertake several landings in Zodiacs. The site of thousands of King Penguins set against snow capped mountains and blue sky will live with me forever. Not to mention whales, Elephant seals, Leopard seals and numerous fur seals. We were accompanied at sea by a host of albatross, petrels and prions. The scenery at Neko Harbour was jaw dropping - still sea, ice flows, mountains and bright sunshine. South Georgia is just a wildlife paradise.
J.L. Surrey, Jan 19 -
Ship-based adventure from Ushuaia visiting the Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsular. Lots of zodiac cruises and landings to observe at close quarters the birds and other wildlife. Whale-watching and excellent lectures on-board. Experienced and specialist guides and a great crew made the holiday a great success. Very efficient and helpful from the time of booking onwards. No problems experienced with the pre-departure arrangements and the leaders on the trip were always professional, helpful and available.
P.L. East Sussex, Jan 19 -
An amazing 3 week trip from Ushuaia to the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica. We saw all the birds and mammals we expected to see, and then some ... We learned an amazing amount about the history, wildlife, botany and geology of the places we visited and gained a greater understanding of our responsibilities to their ecology. Naturetrek... were excellent at organising our booking, keeping us up-to-date and providing all we needed for travel. Their tour leaders were all excellent - friendly, knowledgeable and always pleased to share their expertise.
G.B. West Yorkshire, Jan 19 -
We had an absolutely wonderful holiday on board MV Ortelius... What an experience! The ship had an Expedition Leader who liaised with the Captain and the Naturetrek leaders about which route to take through the fjords of the Antarctica and weather conditions. We experienced close encounters with seven species of penguin, about six species of seals and at least six species of whale. Our zodiac transfers were skillfully and safely done by the team of lecturers on board. Their lectures were informative and interesting and ranged from glaciers to flora and fauna and with historical lectures about Scott, Amundsen and the intrepid Shackleton. The whole experience was excellent and we will never forget it.
T.R. Norfolk, Jan 19 -
Amazing voyage from the tip of South America into the Southern Ocean and culminating in a landing on the Antarctic continent. Beautiful landscapes in the Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. Unbelievable abundance of wildlife; close encounters with seabirds, penguins, whales, seals and icebergs! Excellent Naturetrek guides and expedition team on board. Ship was very well run, clean, tasty, plentiful food, friendly efficient staff. Landings and zodiac cruises well organised with impressive flexibility to take account of rapidly changing weather conditions. Naturetrek had chartered the whole ship which worked well as all passengers had shared interests. Very efficient service from initial enquiries, booking, pre-departure information and on the tour itself. Naturetrek guides met us at the airport, organised all transfers and hotels en route. Guides on ship knowledgeable and friendly.
S.S. Rutland, Jan 19 -
A superbly organised trip to the Falkland, South Georgia and the Antarctic. All of our landings were exceptional with expert staff only too willing to make our experience memorable, zodiac cruises were exhilarating and we were able to get close to the wildlife without disturbing anything.
R.M. Derbyshire, Jan 19 -
A Naturetrek organised ship based expedition sailing from Ushuaia in Argentina to the Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. The focus was on birds, whales and dolphins and all wildlife of the South Atlantic but also the history of polar exploration. All the arrangements, flight connections, hotel bookings worked very well. The Naturetrek guides were excellent in assisting and catering for participants of all ability. They were very well informed with previous Antarctic experience and liaised very well with the on-board cruise management team.
I.D. Midlothian, Jan 19 -
Between Naturetrek staff and the ship's captain unforeseen problems were solved and all participants were informed of the few changes to the itinerary. I am an octogenarian and I was able to take part in Zodiac trips to safe landing places. Imagine standing amongst 750,000 King Penguins and within a short distance of Fur and Elephant Seals. The rule is keep 5m away from the penguins but they do not understand human rules. More species of penguins were encountered plus about 100 species of birds from albatrosses to small storm petrels. 16 species of whales and dolphins were recorded. The accommodation, facilities and food were excellent. Well done Naturetrek it was the best wildlife holiday out of over 70 that I have been on.
F.I. Dorset -
This three week trip aboard MV Ortelius took us to some of the wildest, most remote and beautiful places on earth in order to experience some of the world's greatest concentration of wildlife including mammals, cetaceans, penguin colonies and a multitude of other birds. We landed at various destinations including small islands and the Antarctic Peninsula itself using zodiacs. We also did a zodiac cruise amongst the icebergs, landing on floating ice briefly. We walked with guides and had time to simply sit and soak up the wonders of being amidst half a million penguins and other inquisitive wildlife. We enjoyed the sunrise and sunset. Our experiences were truly awesome and utterly memorable.
B.V. Leicestershire -
An 18 night wildlife cruise on board the Ortelius an ice strengthened former research ship owned and operated by Oceanwide Expeditions chartered by Naturetrek. The crew, expedition staff and Naturetrek guides were excellent in their knowledge, desire to ensure everyone experienced the best wildlife experiences whilst making sure of everyone's safety and comfort. A trip like this means the itinerary cannot be set in stone as it is dictated by the weather and the wildlife. We were extremely lucky that the weather was kind to us and with a few diversions we saw everything on 'the list'!
W.T. Shropshire -
You can not go to South Georgia and the Antarctic without being impressed. It was reinforced by the deserted islands and rookeries, we visited, they were magic. I think we had really good luck with us, as we saw as many wales and Orcas as anybody could wish for. The lectures and informative films, we were treated to, were an important part of the pleasures of the zodiac excursions, understanding either the creatures we were looking at or the places of historic interest.
F.W. Lincolnshire -
Visiting the various penguin colonies was amazing and beyond expectations as was the scenery and just the vastness of the whole area. We had hundreds of great whale sightings and many close encounters with them approaching and going underneath the ship. The whole trip was amazing but you have to put in many hours of seeing nothing out on deck if you really want to see as much bird and mammal life as possible as many of the encounters are brief and if you're not out there in all weathers, you'll miss it. Not a typical cruise and not for the feint hearted as in an ice-breaker ship which is not particularly well stabilised.
C.R. Derbyshire -
Very well organised trip with like minded people. Extremely enthusiastic tour leaders, guides and ship's captain which resulted in an amazing holiday. On those days spent travelling interesting talks provided by very well informed guides. Every opportunity taken to optimise landings and sightings in this unique environment where activities are to a large extent governed by the weather. An unforgettable experience!
G.J. Greater Manchester
Dates & Prices
2027
Departures
Availability
Cost
Sat 16th Jan – Mon 8th Feb
SPACES
£18,595
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Flights are included in the tour cost
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Regional Departures are available. Call 01962733051
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£16,295
Please note that cabin grades are subject to availability. We recommend phoning the office before booking to confirm that your preference is available.
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Seeing whales in the wild is one of the top 10 things most people want to do during their lifetime. Scanning the water, waiting to hear a blow or see a dorsal fin, is one of the top wildlife experiences in the world, and it can get addictive! A sighting of whales in their natural habitat is consistently rated in the top 10 wildlife experiences in the world. These gentle giants of the ocean hold a special place in our hearts. Our dedicated small group tours offer the thrilling opportunity of an up-close-and-personal encounter in the wild; scanning the water, waiting for the sound of a blow or the sight of a dorsal fin is both thrilling and addictive.
Naturetrek Whale Watching Tours
Our dedicated small group whale-watching holidays encompass a range of destinations all over the world to offer the best chance of sightings on short trips or longer cruises. Whether it’s a day excursion in the UK or an extended 14-day cruise to an exotic far-flung location, we offer the chance to encounter these giant cetaceans in all of the world’s oceans, from the tropics to the Polar regions.
Depending on the location, our itineraries can focus on one or several of the planet’s 86 key species, including Blue and Killer Whales, or form part of a broader wildlife-watching experience to encounter dolphins, birdlife and other marine species. Led by expert biologist or naturalist guides, our tours often allow participants to get thrillingly close to one of the most fascinating animals on Earth. We've been organising specialist wildlife tours for 32 years and our experience, passion and knowledge have earned us a reputation as the best in the business. Our range of whale-watching holidays is so popular that we are rapidly expanding our programme to include some of the most exciting, wildlife-rich places in the world.
Why book a Naturetrek whale & dolphin watching holiday?
- Expert biologist-led & wildlife photographer-led holidays
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- Many of our whale-watching tours offer the chance to see dolphins as well (and vice versa)
- A range of tours from day trips out on small boats to week-long liveaboard cruises
- A chance to look for cetaceans in all of the world’s oceans, from polar waters to the tropics
- A wide range of the world’s 86 species are seen on our whale-watching holidays, including Blue Whales & Killer Whales
- A wide range of the world's dolphin species have also been seen, from Bottlenose and Risso’s, to Spinner, Striped and Heaviside’s
Our specialist recommends...
"In the UK I'd recommend our full-day dolphin tours to look for White-beaked dolphins off Lyme Bay. Madeira offers a good variety of dolphins close to shore including Risso's, Atlantic Spotted and Common, while if you fancy warm tropical waters Sri Lanka or the Maldives offer a good range of acrobatic species in sunny conditions!"
Sara Frost - Tour Leader & Marketing Manager
Sara Frost - Tour Leader & Marketing Manager
Birding Tours Led by Expert Naturalists
The majority of our wildlife tours focus primarily on birds, allowing us to offer a huge choice of bird holidays. On most of our birdwatching tours we aim to see a wide variety of species, while taking time to enjoy other wildlife as well as cultural highlights and architecture.
Naturetrek Birdwatching Tours
We have one of the largest selections of professionally organised, small group birdwatching holidays around the world and all of our birdwatching tours are accompanied by at least one professional ornithologist leader with detailed knowledge of the area.
The majority of our bird tours have a relaxed, flexible approach which allows more time for photography, detailed wildlife exploration, leisure time and the region’s people, culture, history and architecture, while allowing the group to see a wide range of bird species.
Here is a small selection of our many bird holidays:
- Southern Morocco – an exploration of the birdlife in Morocco’s southern deserts, oases and mountains
- The Camargue in Spring – a short break to enjoy the spring birds of the Rhône Delta and Camargue wetland
- Wallcreepers & Cranes in Northern Spain – a 2-centre holiday focusing on Lammergeier, Wallcreepers, raptors, Cranes, bustards, sandgrouse and more!
- Madeira & Desertas Islands – A Seabird Extravaganza! – a short break focusing on special breeding seabirds, including a night on the remote Destertas Islands
- Peru – Macaws & Machu Picchu – searches for boobies, macaws and Inca Terns
- Spain & Morocco: Birding on Two Continents! – watch the spectacular spring bird migration from both sides of the Straits of Gibraltar
Our Bargain Birdwatching Selection
Our Bargain Bird Tours are intensive birdwatching holidays suitable for the serious birder. They are led by expert English-speaking local guides (and not accompanied from the UK by a tour leader). You can expect a higher-paced tour and to spend long hours in the field.
Our specialist recommends...
"Try Coto Doñana & Extremadura for an excellent introduction to Europe's wetland and steppe birds. I would recommend our bargain holiday, 'Nepal – A Birdwatching Tour' for those interested in Siberian rarities and Ibisbill, while Costa Rica offers a chance to search for arguably the world's most beautiful bird, the Resplendent Quetzal."
Byron Palacios - Tour Leader
Byron Palacios - Tour Leader
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Wildlife Cruise Holidays
The oceans are one of the last great wilderness areas left on our planet. Travelling by sea on a nature cruise represents the best way to see many of the world’s wildlife spectacles, as there are still wildlife paradises that are accessible by sea but cannot yet be reached by air.
Naturetrek wildlife cruises offer:
- A range of cruising experiences, from exclusively chartered 50-berth expedition ships to smaller motor yachts & schooners
- Arctic & Antarctic nature cruises in ships with specially strengthened hulls
- Each voyage is accompanied by expert naturalists
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We have been running wildlife cruises for over 30 years and if your image of cruising is endless deck quoits or bingo, think again! A life on the ocean waves can be a permit to witness scenes of natural splendour that most people will only ever see on their television screens.
A selection of our most popular wildlife cruises:
- Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands – Unique 2-week Galapagos nature cruise aboard a 16-berth schooner in search of the confiding birds, mammals & reptiles that inhabit these islands made so famous by Darwin
- The Sub-Antartic Islands of New Zealand – Penguins, marine mammals & seabirds (Tailormade)
- Spitsbergen - Realm of the Polar Bear – Polar Bears, Walruses & seabirds
- Baja California – Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, thousands of dolphins & other marine life, plus San Ignacio’s friendly Grey Whales
- Kamchatka Peninsula – Pacific Ocean seabird colonies, spectacular volcanic scenery & over a dozen species of auks, plus Steller’s Sea Eagle, Siberian Rubythroats & much more (Tailormade)
- Brahmaputra Cruise, India – Unique nature cruise visiting Kaziranga & other National Parks
Our specialist recommends...
"If you love whales and dolphins I’d recommend our Baja & Sea of Cortez nature cruise. The world’s largest concentration of cetaceans is found here, but book early as this tour sells out fast. I’d also suggest ‘Spitsbergen – Realm of the Polar Bear’ for a spectacular combination of wildlife and scenery.”
Paul Stanbury - Operations Manager
Paul Stanbury - Operations Manager
Mammal Watching Holidays
Many of the world’s mammals are instantly recognisable to us. Animals such as Lions, Tigers, elephants and bears capture our imaginations from an early age. At Naturetrek, we take great pleasure and pride in helping people to fulfil their lifelong dreams of seeing these iconic species in the wild. We also enjoy introducing our clients to some of the world’s more unusual mammals, many of which are just as fascinating.
Naturetrek Mammal Watching Tours
Many of our tours have a primary focus on mammals and we offer the widest choices of mammal-watching holidays across the globe, from the poles to the tropics. Our holidays are guided by at least one professional naturalist tour leader and usually benefit from additional guiding by expert local naturalist guides. We have holidays to see an incredible range of the world’s most sought-after mammals, such as orangutans, lemurs, bats, polar mammals, big cats, and mammals of the African savannah. A significant number of tours also targets some of the planet’s more unusual and elusive species, from pottos and pangolins to slender lorises and obscure cetaceans.
Here’s a selection of our mammal tours:
- India’s Kanha and Pench Tiger Reserves
- A cruise to Spitsbergen in search of Polar Bears
- A chance to see the ‘Big Five’ and much more in South Africa’s Kruger National Park
- Search for Blue, Fin and Sperm Whales in the Azores
- Close-up views of Brown Bear and Wolverine in Finland
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Bargain mammal selection
We offer a range of action-packed bargain holidays for the dedicated mammal enthusiast, which are exceptional value for money, from Belize to Zambia.
Our specialist recommends...
"Africa is perhaps the greatest continent for mammal-watching. I would recommend 'Botswana’s Desert & Delta (Mammals)' for combining stunning scenery and wildlife. We also offer a tour to Uganda which includes a chance to see Mountain Gorillas. And India, along with Tigers, has a superb variety of mammals. Closer to home, short breaks to Spain in search of Wolves and Iberian Lynx are hard to beat.”
Paul Stanbury - Operations Manager
Paul Stanbury - Operations Manager
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Why Naturetrek?
At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:
- The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
- Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
- Outstanding value and exceptional customer service
Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!
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