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Wildlife Holidays

Incredible encounters across all seven continents

Introduction

Beyond the traditional African safari holiday, a huge range of wildlife holidays are available to those who want to get close to nature. Read our round-up of the best African safaris to see how to spot the Big Five or learn how to follow the Great Migration.

Continue the big cat theme and go in search of Bengal tigers in Madhya Pradesh or spot jaguars in Brazil’s Pantanal wetlands, which are also home to 300 species of birds and scores of other rare animals.

Orangutans are a major attraction in Malaysian Borneo, where proboscis monkeys, sea turtles, saltwater crocodiles and enormous rafflesia flowers are also not to be missed. Alternatively, track gorillas in Rwanda; go whale watching in South Africa, or glimpse polar bears and a mass of marine life inside the Arctic Circle. Birdwatching is popular from pole to pole and all points in between.

Perhaps the ultimate wildlife adventure though is an expedition cruise to the Galápagos, where you can snorkel with sea lions, watch giant tortoises and catch the courtship displays of blue-footed boobies and red-throated frigate birds.

Many countries around the world offer opportunities to see some amazing animals in their natural habitat; our wildlife specialists have a wealth of personal experience and can take you to a strikingly diverse world beyond the Big Five; discover our top 10 wildlife travel experiences too to see where we’d go in search of the wild things.

 

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Our top itineraries for Wildlife Holidays

Whale Shark, Ningaloo Reef, Coral Coast, Australia

Australian Wildlife Safari

16-day tailor-made journey from £6,390 pp incl. flights

Get up close to Australia’s famed wildlife, showcased across a range of included tours and excursions alongside stays in everything from beachside hideaways to luxury lodges.

Kruger Shalati: The Train on the Bridge

Kruger Bridge Safari & Western Cape Adventure

13-day tailor-made holiday from £6,525 pp incl. flights

A once-in-a-lifetime South African adventure awaits. Combine the best of the Western Cape and award-winning wine and gastronomy with world-class hotels and a unique Big Five Kruger safari.

Cabin, Amor Arenal, Costa Rica

Boutique Costa Rica Adventure

14-day tailor-made holiday from £8,555 pp incl. flights

Explore the nature of one of the world’s most complex and diverse ecosystems through the comfort of specially selected, luxury boutique hotels, chosen to showcase the very best of Costa Rican hospitality.

Kangaroo in the vines of South Australia

Australia’s Wine, Outback & Wildlife Wonders

17-day tailor-made journey from £3,910 pp incl. flights

With stays on historic cattle stations and in cutting-edge urban hotels, all paired with a range of included excursions, this is the ideal introduction to the myriad delights of two contrasting Australian states.

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Top offers for Wildlife Holidays

South Georgia, Antarctic

Chile to South Africa on Silver Wind

25-day expedition cruise holiday from £10,900 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to £2,000 pp
Book by: 20 December 2024

This is a rare chance to explore the remote islands of the southern Atlantic. Sailing between the wilds of Patagonia to South Africa’s mother city, Cape Town, you’ll experience some of the remotest locations on Earth.

Humpback whale, Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska

Vancouver to Alaska on Seven Seas Explorer

10-day luxury ocean cruise from £5,145 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to 45% plus US $500 shipboard credit per suite
Book by: 14 December 2024

This in-depth appreciation of Alaska will bring you up close to its unique wildlife and most dramatic coastal landscapes, including the spectacular Hubbard and Mendenhall glaciers.

Antarctica Bridge, Silversea

Antarctica Bridge with Silversea

12-day expedition fly-cruise holiday from £14,900 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to £2,000 pp
Book by: 31 January 2025

With an included business class flight across the Drake Passage, this Antarctic cruise with Silversea showcases the wildlife and wonders of the White Continent across six unforgettable days.

Galápagos with Silversea

Western Galápagos on Silver Origin

11-day expedition cruise holiday from £11,000 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to £1,200 pp
Book by: 28 February 2025

When it comes to the great wonders of our natural world, there are few to rival the unique beauty and diversity of Ecuador's Galápagos islands. And, this itinerary on Silversea's smallest ship, Silver Origin, is perhaps its ultimate showcase.

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Why book with Wexas Travel?

At Wexas, we specialise in bespoke travel experiences. Our itineraries are just samples of what we can arrange, and can be changed depending on your precise needs, finances and ideas by our experienced destination specialists.

Contact one of our consultants on 020 7590 0610 to discuss how we can tailor your holiday.

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Let our travel specialists curate the perfect holiday:

  • Inspirational ideas based on experience
  • Established for over 50 years
  • Tailor a holiday to your precise requirements
  • Personalised quotes and documentation

Every step of the way

Every step of the way

Our services are with you from start to finish:

  • Dedicated personal consultants
  • Free airport lounges on qualifying bookings
  • Care and guidance pre, post and during holiday
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