The World’s Top Destinations to Find Natural Wildlife

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Whether it be snorkeling in the reefs in Australia, spotting tigers in India, or watching orang-utans in Borneo, the experience of seeing wildlife in their natural environment can make up some of the most thrilling moments of your holidays, if not your life.

Below, we’ll take a  look at some of the best places in the world to witness animals in the wild:

South Africa

Holiday packages to South Africa combine numerous opportunities to spot animals in their natural habitat, from the creatures in the water to those inland that stalk the empty planes. Safaris in the area offer the chance to head out and try to spot all of the big five; black rhino, Cape buffalo, elephants, lions and leopards.

The search for these exotic creatures attracts thousands of tourists every year as they head out on pre-arranged safari trips. In the winter especially, dry temperatures will reduce the waterholes available and entice the big five out to spots that are easy to find with an experienced tour guide.

Just off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa also provides one of the best spots in the world for sightings of the great white shark as well as the blue whale, where the creatures are predominant in the waters of the area and tourists can spot them from the coast.

With opportunities to swim with the sharks in protected environments, this country really does allow you to get up close and personal with the creatures.

Borneo

They might be a rare and hard to find species, but trips to Borneo will offer some of the best chances in the world to see orang-utans in the wild. The creatures are protected but trips out into the rainforests will allow you to spot them sleeping in the trees or out searching for food.

These rare creatures are highly endangered and it is only here and in a few other parts of the world that they remain. Trips to the area will allow you to see them in their natural habitat, but conservationists will ensure that visitors do not disrupt their life patterns.

Borneo also offers the chance to see vast numbers of bats and in the caves of Mulu National Park, twenty seven different species of bat have been recorded. These amazing mammals are not only fascinating and entertaining to watch, but also incredibly interesting in their life and habitat patterns.

The Galapagos Islands

The Galapagos Islands are so bursting with natural history wonders that they are a UNESCO World heritage site. The islands have long been known as the best spot in the world to see giant tortoises, some of whom may have lived more than twice the average human life span.

These magnificent creatures, who have been endangered since they were a common Victorian delicacy, now roam the shores of the Galapagos Isles, protected by the conservation that lies over the entire island.

Uganda

Gorillas can be found amongst the wild forests of Africa; these ground dwelling creatures move long distances during the day but can be spotted amongst the undergrowth by those who know what they’re looking for. Trips to Uganda offer the best chance to see the primates in the wild and in the highest numbers.

India

Trips to India combine the chance to experience an exotic culture with the chance to take a tour to see tigers in their natural habitat. Such terrifying creatures are also fascinating and these imposing animals draw tourists to the country from all over the world.

It is very important to take these tours with people who know what they’re doing, who will not only provide for the safety of the members, but will also make sure you find what you are looking for. Once your safety is ensured, you can head out on your very own tiger hunt.

Antarctica

Trips into the cold lands in the north and south of the globe will let you experience some of the most fascinating creatures in the world. Antarctica can almost guarantee that you get to see emperor penguins, as these beautiful animals are spread over the ice, loudly proclaiming their predominance.

In the Arctic Circle, there exists one of the most publicised endangered species in the world. The polar bear is a magnificent animal, although as the largest land carnivore in the world, it is also terrifying to behold.

This is the only place in the world where the polar bear can be spotted in its natural habitat and as global warming continues, chances to see it diminish.

Conclusion:

Where are you going to go on holiday in 2012? All of the above destinations are certain to leave you with lasting memories which you’ll be able to look back on in future years so be sure to bear them in mind when it comes to booking your next vacation!