Exploring the natural world and witnessing amazing animals and plant species in their natural habitat is one of the great joys of travel. Our unique Air & Space adventure travel programme opens the door to a whole host of fantastic destinations that provide the opportunity to discover some of the most exotic wildlife in the world. Here are just a few of our top destinations to spot some wondrous wildlife.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet, bursting with a wealth of fascinating wildlife and home to more than 500,000 species. One of the best places to spot the abundance of wildlife, is Tortuguero National Park, a protected wilderness area. Wildlife is evident throughout Costa Rica, even outside of the national parks so keep your eyes peeled everywhere you go!

Look out for - Leather-back Sea Turtles, Jaguars and Three-toed Sloths

Iceland

Iceland is among the most spectacular and beautiful countries in the world. A volcanic Iceland boasting fjords and the lava fields, yet despite the stark, volcanic landscape Iceland is home to a vast array of unique wildlife. Renowned for bird watching, seal watching and whale watching, there are lots of native animals to admire.

Look out for - Humpback whales, Atlantic Puffins and Arctic Foxes

Canada

Canada is the second biggest country in the world, home to a range of varying climates and the perfect place to visit if you’re looking to spot some exciting wildlife in natural settings. With 200 species of mammals, 462 species of birds and a hugely diverse range of oceanic life, Canada really is an animal lover’s paradise.

Look out for - Grizzly Bears, Beavers and Moose

Peru

The Amazon Rainforest covers over 60% of Peru and holds some of the most exotic wildlife in the world with over 50 protected wildlife reserves in the country. With coastal desert, the Andes mountains, the jungle and its large variety of climates - Peru is one of the most biodiverse places in the world which nurtures an abundance of wildlife. There are over 14,500 species of animals in Peru, it is South America’s secret wildlife hotspot.

Look out for - Scarlet Macaw Parrots, Mountain Gorillas and Humboldt Penguin

Sri Lanka

With its breathtaking wildlife and ancient landmarks and with over 300 species inhabiting the Minneriya National Park, Sri Lanka is a wildlife traveller’s haven. It really is one of the best places in Asia to see all-round wildlife as it is home to a great mix of game, marine life and varied landscapes. It has also become known as the easiest place in the world to see the hitherto elusive blue whale - the largest animal to have ever lived on the planet.

Look out for - Sri Lankan Elephants, Sloth Bears and Leopards

Japan

Japan is a country rich in unique cultural experiences and a variety of mountainous landscapes, the perfect place to spot their world-famous animals. The majority of the Japanese population live on the coastal plains leaving vast expanses of the country uninhabited by humanity. Resulting in a pristine, untouched and natural environment covering a lot of the country. The perfect conditions for wildlife to grow and live.

Look out for - Japanese Macaques (snow monkeys), Red-Crowned Cranes, Asian Black Bears.

Call us on 020 8246 5300 or enquire online and get back to nature on a wildlife-focused Air & Space adventure holiday with Powder Byrne.