January is one of the coldest months in the Cairngorms but there is still plenty to see. At Dalnahaittnach there are Crested Tits and Crossbills, with Roe Deer, Brown Hares, Eurasian Woodcock, Eurasian Curlews possible. I heard Crested Tits, Crossbills and saw a Eurasian Woodcock this month, the latter became an unexpected sighting. In the woods around Boat of Garten there are Crested Tits, Red Squirrels, Coal Tits, Great Tits, Blue Tits, Long Tailed Tits, Eurasian Jays and

It had been quite cold in the Cairngorms this past December. But just because it was cold, didn’t mean there was nothing to see, quite the opposite. Around Inshriach, there were plenty of songbirds such as Great Tits, Coal Tits, Blue Tits, Long Tailed Tits and Greenfinches. On occasion, I spot Buzzards and Sparrowhawk, flashing past, as it swoops after songbirds. I managed to see all of these species in December.

Cornwall is the most south westerly part of the British mainland, characterised by farmland, sea cliffs, estuaries and an immense area of moorland called Bodmin Moor. A feature of Cornwall in the time that we visit, in the autumn, is a mass migration of waders and seabirds. There is an opportunity to see rarities that are rare or impossible to see in most other places.

The Isles of Scilly are a group of islands 28 miles off the south west coast of England, marking the south westerly part of Britain. They are one of the most renowned places in Britain to see migrant and vagrant species of birds from Europe, North America and Siberia. The best time of year to visit is Autumn, which is the time of our annual Speyside Wildlife visit! Wryneck (Photo Credit: Simon Eaves) There are rarities such as Red Breasted Flycatcher, which is a bird mainly f

Dalmatian Pelican (Photo Credit: Ecotours Wildlife Holidays) Greece is one of the most iconic countries in Europe for wildlife and...

Estonia is one of the most well-known countries for watching wildlife in Europe and this year on our tour led by Roy Atkins, we’ll be going in search of some of the best wildlife in Europe. Brown Bears are a feature of this holiday and we shall spend one night in the Alutaguse area with a chance to see them at a special hide. The European Brown Bear is one of Europe’s largest land mammals.

I have just returned from another sensational Namibia with its wealth of wonderful wildlife and stunning desert landscapes.

The Outer Hebrides, timeless and simply stunning islands on Britain’s wild Atlantic edge.

“ Two of the most beautiful places in Scotland in one holiday! Starting off at the wonderful Tigh na Sgiath Hotel, we shall spend a few...

Something we do very well at Speyside Wildlife is watch wildlife. We go to all corners of Scotland and the world, in pursuit of some of...

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A round up from the Wildlife Holidays Speyside Wildlife have run in 2022

With the recent spell of sunshine we had in the Cairngorms, I took to my local woodland and riverside walk to listen and look for spring...

Along with 8 other guests, Jean was able to travel on her much-anticipated trip to Antarctica at the end of 2021 with our guide, Roy...

It has been a beautiful and peaceful time at the Speyside Wildlife Mammal Hide and a joy to watch the Badgers continue to nosy their way...

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With its rugged coastline, remote islands, blue water and wildlife around every corner, the Coast of Scotland is a popular place to visit...

Although many of you have not had the chance to visit the area for obvious reasons, we hope these blogs keep you up to date and excited...

Many people visit the Cairngorms National Park for its beauty and a chance to see some of the unique wildlife that can be found here....

There is one mammal in Scotland that mainly people hope to catch a glimpse of diving or lounging on seaweed, the Otter. Here at Speyside...