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Scotland

Mammals of the Highlands Wildlife Tour, Scotland

From Beavers and Bats to Humpbacks and Hares, join award-winning naturalists Rachael & Dan Brown on this mammal-focused wildlife tour of the Highlands. Sat 10th August to Sat 17th August 2024


Highlights
  • Expect up 20 species of mammal
  • Beavers, Pine Martens and Badgers around our accommodation
  • A day at sea looking for Humpback, Fin and Minke Whales as well as Common Dolphin and Harbour Porpoise
  • Search for Otters and other coastal mammals
  • Take to the mountains in search of Reindeer, Mountain Hares, Sika Deer, Wild Goats and more
  • Explore locally at dusk for bats including Daubenton’s and Long-eared
  • Enjoy Aigas’s Wildcats, part of ‘Save Scotland’s Wildcats’ breeding programme
  • Learn about camera trapping techniques
  • Pick up top tips on tracks and signs as we explore the Highlands of northern Scotland
  • Stay in the beautiful Aigas Field Centre, superbly equipped for groups like ours in a stunning setting
  • Expect to encounter a variety of other wildlife from Golden and White-tailed Eagles to myriad moths
  • Outstanding guest to guide ratio - Dan and Rachael as well as an Aigas naturalist will accompany the group.
This single base, fully-inclusive, 8-day tour will search for mammals in northern Scotland. We will be staying at the highly regarded Aigas Field Centre, a beautiful historic house nestled into the side of a glen in northwest Scotland. The centre is renowned for its rich wildlife with species such as Beaver and Pine Marten present on site and we will enjoy evening viewing sessions looking for exactly these species as well as several species of bat. This week includes a return ferry journey across The Minch, an area rich in whales and dolphins.

Read more about the expected itinerary and further tour details on our website here.

Why not recreate this experience with friends on dates that suit you? Build on our existing itinerary to customise your experience.

Vanaf £2995 per persoon


Vertrekdagen

  • Maandag
  • Dinsdag
  • Woensdag
  • Donderdag
  • Vrijdag
  • Zaterdag
  • Zondag

Juni — Augustus

Contact gegevens

Wild Discovery

4 Fergach Cottages
Crathie
Ballater
Aberdeenshire
Scotland
AB35 5UL

Tour information

Beginnend

  • Inverness

Lengte

8 Days

Transport

  • Driver guide
  • Small coach

Type

  • Bespoke
  • Private
  • Small Group (1-16)

Talen

  • English

Thema’s

  • Adventure
  • Food and drink
  • History
  • Island Hopping
  • LGBTQ
  • Landscapes
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Photography
  • Walking
  • Walking/Hiking
  • Wildlife

Tour prijzen


Vanaf £2995 Per Persoon

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Wild Discovery

Informatie over toermaatschappij

Wild Discovery

An award-winning wildlife-watching tour company run by experts for wildlife enthusiasts. Conservation and sustainability are at its core; travel with purpose, tread lightly and experience more. Founded by husband and wife team Dan & Rachael Brown, they bring passion and expertise to every expedition. Reconnect with nature through our fully inclusive, small-group tours or custom-made tours around Scotland and beyond.

Openingstijden

Open all year.

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