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Plan a wildlife viewing vacation for an experience you'll never forget. Cities can provide a quick glimpse of your favorite critters, while safaris, wildlife parks, or a trip to a rainforest will give you the adventure of a lifetime. Most areas with large populations of animals provide touring services and accommodations so that even if you’re not an animal expert, a guide will help you follow the path of the herd and understand the animals in their environment better.

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Top Destinations for Wildlife Viewing

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    Galapagos Islands

    One of the few places in the world where you can literally come face to face with wild animals, the Galapagos Islands are a treat for any nature-loving traveler. From tortoises and  flamingoes to sea lions and dolphins, life here has remained mostly unt... read more »

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    Cairns

    Cairns is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia, and for good reason. The Great Barrier Reef is only a few hours away, and the city is filled with lagoons, rainforests and coastlines. Many visitors have noted that the climate is simi... read more »

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    Kaikoura

    Kaikoura is a faorite destination for whale watching, dolphin swimming and natural sightseeing. Located at the foot of the southern alps and leading to the coast of New Zealand, naturalist travelers will appreciate the wealth of wildlife and the great s... read more »

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    Sydney

    Brash and beautiful, Sydney sits nestled in the sandstone cliffs overlooking Sydney Harbor, basking in its role as a gateway for travelers, a mecca of culture and a playground for tourists and its five million residents alike. History abounds in Victori... read more »

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    Chiang Mai

    Built in a lush valley, the city of Chiang Mai has spectacular mountain views, rich culture and inexpensive accommodations. Travel to one of the 300 temples, shop at the Night Market, or take a popular day trip to the nearby Golden Triangle and the Meko... read more »

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    Kruger National Park

    The largest game reserve in South Africa, Kruger National Park houses the big five African animals (lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos) as well as an abundance of other wildlife. Many of the trails offer wilderness sites untouched by humans. read more »

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    Kanchanaburi

    Best known for war museums and the famous bridge on the river kwai, Kanchanaburi also contains beautiful scenery and friendly people. There are many activities to enjoy (including an elephant trek), but be sure to visit the buddhist temple, where visito... read more »

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    Nairobi

    Nairobi is the capital of Kenya, with all of the comforts you would expect of a cosmopolitan city - great theaters, fine dining, markets, museums, nightclubs and discos. At the Nairobi National Park, a large wildlife preserve just outside of the city, v... read more »

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    Serengeti National Park

    One of the most famous national parks in the world, the Serengeti offers natural bounty unrivaled by anyplace else in the world. Travelers from around the world regularly come to see the migration for different animal species and to get up close and per... read more »

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    Chengdu

    Come to chengdu and you'll experience some of the most historical sights and sounds in China. Filled with millions of residents and visitors, there is no shortage of things to do, from walking through ancient temples to hiking in the beautiful forests o... read more »

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