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      Wildlife Holidays in Scotland

      Our wildlife holidays are a little bit different from others you may have seen or joined. While we do spend some time in hides or in vehicles, our trips are more active than a ‘normal’ wildlife tour. The activities are easy and gentle but you can expect to experience delights such as coastal walks, sea kayaking with seals and boat trips to seek out Scotland’s larger marine wildlife.

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      Our wildlife tours blend some of Scottish nature’s great events in the more incredible locations, with expert guides so you become part of the action.

      Using activities, we’re able to get closer to Scottish wildlife because our guides understand their behaviour and you’re out there experiencing Scotland, rather than sitting in a hide waiting for the wildlife to come to you.

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      We base our wildlife holidays from comfortable and welcoming accommodation, you can relax in the evenings, review your photos and look forward to each day.

      With wildlife tours of Shetland, the Outer Hebrides and the Highlands of Scotland, we offer holidays in these iconic wildlife destinations. Our guiding team really bring the tours to life, with expert knowledge and interpretation of behaviour, so you don’t miss anything. The vast knowledge of our expert wildlife guides will help you interpret some of the fascinating wildlife behaviours while safely enjoying Scotland’s great outdoors.

      We hope that you can come and explore Scotland and its wildlife with us.

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      Our Scottish Wildlife Holidays

      8 Wildlife Trips

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              Wildlife Adventures – Autumn Wildlife Islay

              12 reviews
              • Explore the profound and natural beauty of the Queen of the Hebrides.
              • Witness the magnificent diversity of wildlife that visit Islay each year.
              • Visit one of the islands world famous distilleries for a tour and tasting.
              • Relax in the comfort of our warm and cosy handpicked accommodation.

              Next Departure: 19th October

              Region: Inner Hebrides including Skye

              Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 107kg ? What does this mean?
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              Wildlife Adventures – Winter Wildlife

              20 reviews
              • Explore a variety of habitats where you'll spot incredible Scottish wildlife.
              • Enjoy wonderfully scenic walking in the UK's largest National Park.
              • Learn about the different species of wildlife and how they cope with the Scottish winter.
              • Make the most of the dark sky where you can stargaze away from light pollution.

              Region: Cairngorms and Central Highlands

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 70kg ? What does this mean?
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              Wildlife Adventures – A Rewilding Journey in the Cairngorms

              12 reviews
              • Immerse yourself in the drama of the Scottish Highlands.
              • Learn about transformational rewilding initiatives that are fighting back for nature.
              • Get up close with amazing wildlife such as beaver, osprey and pine marten with an expert local guide.
              • Meet inspirational people who are making rewilding happen.

              Next Departure: 19th September

              Region: Cairngorms and Central Highlands

              Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 106kg ? What does this mean?
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              Wildlife Adventures – Outer Hebrides & St Kilda

              42 reviews
              • Journey to the wild Atlantic island of St Kilda.
              • Look for otters, red deer and golden eagles on the Isle of Harris.
              • Explore the wildflower-rich coastal machair meadows that the Hebrides are famous for.

              Next Departure: 1st May

              Region: Outer Hebrides and St Kilda

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 161kg ? What does this mean?
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              Wildlife Adventures – The Scottish Highlands

              45 reviews
              • Search for Scotland's largest birds of prey: sea eagles, golden eagles, and ospreys.
              • Sea kayak with seals in a turquoise, sheltered bay on the West Coast.
              • Visit a wildlife hide at dusk with the chance of spotting badgers and pine martens.

              Next Departure: 1st May

              Region: Multi-Location

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 176kg ? What does this mean?
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              Wildlife Adventures – The Shetland Isles

              155 reviews
              • Experience the landscapes and fascinating wildlife of Scotland's most northerly islands.
              • Be amazed by the prolific birdlife at Sumburgh and the heritage of the Vikings at Jarlshof.
              • Hike to the dramatic coastline of Muckle Flugga, the most northerly point in the UK.
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              Next Departure: 3rd April

              Region: Orkney and Shetland Isles

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 156kg ? What does this mean?
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              Wildlife Adventures – Mull, Staffa & Iona

              31 reviews
              • Explore Fingal's Cave on a private boat trip to Staffa and the Treshnish Isles.
              • Enjoy the opportunity to spot fantastic marine wildlife including seals, dolphins and seabirds.
              • Visit the spiritual and evocative wild Isle of Iona.

              Next Departure: 8th May

              Region: Inner Hebrides including Skye

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 175kg ? What does this mean?
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              Wild Isles

              7 reviews
              • Enjoy beautiful coastal walks accompanied by an expert and knowledgeable guide.
              • Visit Bass Rock, home to the world's largest colony of northern gannets.
              • Enjoy getting up close to fascinating wildlife, including seals, arctic terns and puffins.
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              Next Departure: 8th May

              Region: Northumberland | Scotland

              Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

              Grading: Green Grade 2 (Easy - Moderate) ? What does this mean?
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              Carbon Footprint: 132kg ? What does this mean?
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              Every client receives a feedback survey when they return from their guided, self guided or tailor made holiday with us. Once completed the review is published on our website just as soon as our database updates. The little touches and details are important to us and where issues are raised we make positive changes to our trips to improve your experience.

              That’s why we read each of our client’s reviews and although we don’t respond to all of them, if it’s glowing feedback then we get the satisfaction of helping to make your holidays truly memorable.

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              Fran Greyling

              Wildlife Adventures - The Shetland Isles

              Age: 50 - 60
              Country: South Africa
              Trip Date: 20/06/2026
              Trips Taken: 1

              The Bottom Line

              The Bottom Line

              I would happily recommend this trip to anyone who enjoys hiking.

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              David Kiefner

              Wildlife Adventures - The Shetland Isles

              Age: 80 - 90
              Country: USA
              Trip Date: 13/06/2026
              Trips Taken: 1

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              The Bottom Line

              I gave the trip to the Shetlands an overall grade of B- for the reasons cited earlier.

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              Frances Greenall

              Wildlife Adventures - The Shetland Isles

              Age: 70 - 80
              Country: United Kingdom
              Trip Date: 13/06/2026
              Trips Taken: 1

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              The Bottom Line

              Overall experience, my final answer, a wonderful holiday. I'm already planning my next visit with Wilderness Scotland.

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