Nature's Spectacle: The Ultimate Guide to Wildlife Travel
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife tour and seek out the majestic Bengal tiger in India, the endangered gorilla in Uganda, or the playful lemur on Madagascar's 'lost continent.' We’ve asked wildlife travel agents across the world to rate the top 10 and here’s the GDM guide just for you!

Uganda
Awake at dawn to embark on an adventurous trek through Uganda's damp and humid jungle, navigating steep paths and muddy ravines in pursuit of the endangered mountain gorilla. As anticipation mounts, you push through the aptly named Impenetrable Forest. Suddenly, the rangers reveal a group of gorillas munching on bamboo shoots and scaling trees—an enchanting scene that will remain etched in your memory forever.
Botswana
For an unparalleled safari adventure, book a wildlife trip to Botswana. Drift along the serene waterways of the Okavango Delta, searching for lions, leopards, and rhinos enjoying the verdant riverbanks, while pods of hippos and lurking crocodiles can be seen in the murky shallows. A safari game drive through Chobe National Park will uncover herds of elephants, while the Moremi Game Reserve overflows with birdlife, including fish eagles, jacanas, kingfishers, and herons.
Costa Rica
Explore the moss-covered branches of the Monteverde Cloudforest, where you can catch glimpses of the emerald-green resplendent quetzal birds amid the dense jungle foliage. Relax with white-faced capuchin monkeys on the tropical beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park, and visit between June and September to witness sea turtles nesting on the sandy shores of Tortuguero
Awake at dawn to embark on an adventurous trek through Uganda's damp and humid jungle, navigating steep paths and muddy ravines in pursuit of the endangered mountain gorilla. As anticipation mounts, you push through the aptly named Impenetrable Forest. Suddenly, the rangers reveal a group of gorillas munching on bamboo shoots and scaling trees—an enchanting scene that will remain etched in your memory forever.
Botswana
For an unparalleled safari adventure, book a wildlife trip to Botswana. Drift along the serene waterways of the Okavango Delta, searching for lions, leopards, and rhinos enjoying the verdant riverbanks, while pods of hippos and lurking crocodiles can be seen in the murky shallows. A safari game drive through Chobe National Park will uncover herds of elephants, while the Moremi Game Reserve overflows with birdlife, including fish eagles, jacanas, kingfishers, and herons.
Costa Rica
Explore the moss-covered branches of the Monteverde Cloudforest, where you can catch glimpses of the emerald-green resplendent quetzal birds amid the dense jungle foliage. Relax with white-faced capuchin monkeys on the tropical beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park, and visit between June and September to witness sea turtles nesting on the sandy shores of Tortuguero

Sri Lanka
If witnessing elephants is a top priority on your bucket list, Sri Lanka offers one of the best opportunities to observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Watch vast herds traverse the grassy plains and dusty red roads of Udawalawe National Park and visit orphaned elephant calves at a local rehabilitation centre. Additionally, a visit to the serene and less crowded wetlands of Wilpattu National Park may afford you the chance to glimpse the elusive leopard.
Madagascar
Journey to Madagascar's 'lost continent' to encounter a variety of lemur species. With their wide, expressive eyes and striped tails, lemurs are brimming with personality, their unique vocal calls resonating through the rainforest. Explore Ranomafana National Park to spot the Malagasy boa constrictor, chameleon, black parrot, and cuckoo roller. Then, venture to the pristine golden-sand beaches of Anakaoon to witness vibrant underwater spectacles of tropical fish and colourful coral.
Belize
From the moment you step foot in Belize, you'll be surrounded by lush green landscapes and a diverse array of exotic wildlife. As the sun rises over the protected waters of Crooked Tree Lagoon, we stroll along its verdant banks, searching for the wood stork, heron, vulture, kingfisher, and the elusive jabiru stork—the tallest flying bird in the Americas, standing at five feet tall with a wingspan of up to nine feet. Plunge into the clear waters of the Belize Barrier Reef to swim with turtles and listen for the calls of howler and spider monkeys at the Community Baboon Sanctuary.
If witnessing elephants is a top priority on your bucket list, Sri Lanka offers one of the best opportunities to observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Watch vast herds traverse the grassy plains and dusty red roads of Udawalawe National Park and visit orphaned elephant calves at a local rehabilitation centre. Additionally, a visit to the serene and less crowded wetlands of Wilpattu National Park may afford you the chance to glimpse the elusive leopard.
Madagascar
Journey to Madagascar's 'lost continent' to encounter a variety of lemur species. With their wide, expressive eyes and striped tails, lemurs are brimming with personality, their unique vocal calls resonating through the rainforest. Explore Ranomafana National Park to spot the Malagasy boa constrictor, chameleon, black parrot, and cuckoo roller. Then, venture to the pristine golden-sand beaches of Anakaoon to witness vibrant underwater spectacles of tropical fish and colourful coral.
Belize
From the moment you step foot in Belize, you'll be surrounded by lush green landscapes and a diverse array of exotic wildlife. As the sun rises over the protected waters of Crooked Tree Lagoon, we stroll along its verdant banks, searching for the wood stork, heron, vulture, kingfisher, and the elusive jabiru stork—the tallest flying bird in the Americas, standing at five feet tall with a wingspan of up to nine feet. Plunge into the clear waters of the Belize Barrier Reef to swim with turtles and listen for the calls of howler and spider monkeys at the Community Baboon Sanctuary.

Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands are teeming with captivating wildlife. Far removed from modern civilization, the animals here are remarkably unafraid of humans, offering excellent opportunities for close-up encounters. Witness blue-footed boobies performing their courtship dance, watch frigate birds flaunting their vibrant red throat pouches, and spot marine iguanas basking on the golden beaches. Sea lions frolic in the warm, aquamarine waters of the Tintoreras Islands, while giant tortoises wander the highlands of Santa Cruz.
Borneo
Borneo, a beloved wildlife haven, features dense jungles, shady mangroves, murky swamps, and humid montane forests brimming with fascinating mammals and birdlife. As the sun's warm rays cast a golden glow over the canopy, the forest comes alive, and you can experience this magic from an observation deck in the Danum Valley. The morning mist drifts over the treetops while a chorus of birds fills the air. Back on the forest floor, we embark on foot to search for orangutans, gibbons, and sun bears, along with the elusive clouded leopard and Sumatran rhino."
India
Venture deep into India's heartland to witness the majestic Bengal tiger's regal stripes. This exceptional wildlife destination boasts four national parks, offering prime opportunities to spot this magnificent big cat along with other native species like the sloth bear and sambar deer. Visit Tewa Lake to observe Mugger crocodiles lurking in the shallows and embark on a jeep safari through Kanha National Park, where we hope to encounter gaur, mongoose, and leopards.
Spitsbergen
This is a very special wildlife adventure: - board an ice ship in Norway and navigate through the remote polar region of the Arctic. Observe seals resting on massive ice floes and arctic foxes wandering the stark, snowy tundras. Spitsbergen, home to the 'King of the Arctic,' offers a rare opportunity to glimpse an elusive polar bear. Keep an eye out for walruses lounging on frost-bitten beaches and reindeer grazing on the barren plains of this icy wilderness
The Galapagos Islands are teeming with captivating wildlife. Far removed from modern civilization, the animals here are remarkably unafraid of humans, offering excellent opportunities for close-up encounters. Witness blue-footed boobies performing their courtship dance, watch frigate birds flaunting their vibrant red throat pouches, and spot marine iguanas basking on the golden beaches. Sea lions frolic in the warm, aquamarine waters of the Tintoreras Islands, while giant tortoises wander the highlands of Santa Cruz.
Borneo
Borneo, a beloved wildlife haven, features dense jungles, shady mangroves, murky swamps, and humid montane forests brimming with fascinating mammals and birdlife. As the sun's warm rays cast a golden glow over the canopy, the forest comes alive, and you can experience this magic from an observation deck in the Danum Valley. The morning mist drifts over the treetops while a chorus of birds fills the air. Back on the forest floor, we embark on foot to search for orangutans, gibbons, and sun bears, along with the elusive clouded leopard and Sumatran rhino."
India
Venture deep into India's heartland to witness the majestic Bengal tiger's regal stripes. This exceptional wildlife destination boasts four national parks, offering prime opportunities to spot this magnificent big cat along with other native species like the sloth bear and sambar deer. Visit Tewa Lake to observe Mugger crocodiles lurking in the shallows and embark on a jeep safari through Kanha National Park, where we hope to encounter gaur, mongoose, and leopards.
Spitsbergen
This is a very special wildlife adventure: - board an ice ship in Norway and navigate through the remote polar region of the Arctic. Observe seals resting on massive ice floes and arctic foxes wandering the stark, snowy tundras. Spitsbergen, home to the 'King of the Arctic,' offers a rare opportunity to glimpse an elusive polar bear. Keep an eye out for walruses lounging on frost-bitten beaches and reindeer grazing on the barren plains of this icy wilderness