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Wildlife Holidays

Discover the world's magnificent mix of wildlife

From the booming cries of howler monkeys in Costa Rica to the rare lemurs of Madagascar, the sounds and sights of a wildlife holiday are a soul-stirring experience.

Connect with Mother Nature like never before, on an unforgettable, life-changing wildlife holiday, enjoying ‘up-close-and-personal’ wildlife encounters and the joy of the Great Outdoors.

Explore the pristine jungles of Costa Rica, with their vibrant colours and unique sounds, or head to the tip of South America, where herds of wild guanacos roam the Patagonian steppe, and penguins, sea lions and whales are frequent sights. On another continent, come face to face with protected, free-roaming tigers in India’s Ranthambhore National Park, or see Asia’s last lions in Sasan Gir.

Or you can head to one of the richest biodiversity havens on earth. The island nation of Madagascar is filled with colourful wildlife and complex, active ecosystems. The islandis home to more than 11,000 endemic plant species and endangered animals including the Silky Sifaka, a white lemur, and the Ploughshare tortoise, the rarest tortoise in the world.

Whatever part of our natural world you choose to discover, wildlife holidays offer an experience you’ll cherish forever, combining a magnificent mix of wildlife with fascinating cultural encounters and some of the planet’s most extraordinary scenery.

Best wildlife holidays

Lion, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
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Great Safaris of Tanzania and Zanzibar Beach
Tanzania
Combine Tanzania's spectacular national parks including safaris in the Serengeti with Zanzibar's beautiful beaches on this tour with Newmarket Holidays.Small GroupBeach & Coast+ 2 More
  • Discover the spectacular Lake Manyara, a haven for flocking impala, flamingos and wildebeest, with a game drive along its banks
  • Delve into the African wilderness with game drives in Serengeti National Park
  • Descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO-listed caldera brimming with diverse wildlife and expansive savannah
  • 12 days from £7,406 pp

    was £7,795 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    15 September 2027

  • Duration

    12 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions & Visits

    6 included

  • Meals

    27 included

A group of elephants crossing a dirt road in the Maasai Mara, Kenya, with tourists observing from a safari vehicle in the foreground
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No Single Supplement
Kenya Grand Safari
Kenya
The ultimate Kenya safari holiday includes visits to the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Nairobi. Flights included. Book now for a trip of a lifetime!Small GroupScenery & Nature+ 1 More
  • Set out in search of the Big Five on six safari game drives, including an excursion into the acclaimed Maasai Mara
  • Journey through the Rift Valley to renowned Lake Nakuru National Park - a giraffe and rhino sanctuary
  • A visit to a Maasai village
  • 9 days from £3,938 pp

    was £4,145 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    March 2026 - November 2027

  • Duration

    9 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions & Visits

    9 included

  • Meals

    20 included

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
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Ultimate Safari - Botswana, Victoria Falls & Zimbabwe - Premier Collection
Botswana, Zimbabwe
Witness the African wilderness at its most dramatic with a small-group safari adventure across the continent’s southern stretches. Book your holidays today!Premier CollectionSmall Group+ 3 More
  • Track the elusive ‘Big Five’ with six small-group game drives across three national parks
  • Catch your breath on Victoria Falls’ most impressive vistas with a scenic excursion to one of the seven wonders of the world
  • Marvel at the wonder of Edwardian engineering with an interactive visit to Victoria Falls Bridge
  • 14 days from £5,436 pp

    was £6,039 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    April 2026 - October 2028

  • Duration

    14 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    15 included

  • Meals

    24 included

The Taj Mahal framed by an ornate archway, with green gardens in the foreground
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No Single Supplement
India - Tigers and the Taj Mahal
India
Explore Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, visit the Taj Mahal, and go on safari at Ranthambhore National Park in search of tigers on this action-packed holiday.Best SellingWildlife & Safari+ 3 More
  • On a guided tour, see the pavilions and palaces of Agra Fort and the famed monument of love, the UNESCO-listed Taj Mahal
  • Visit one of Delhi’s most famous and historical monuments, Qutub Minar
  • Travel by Jeep to the red sandstone ramparts of the sixth-century Amber Fort
  • 11 days from £1,526 pp

    was £1,795 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    January 2026 - November 2028

  • Duration

    11 days

  • Depart From

    6 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    12 included

  • Meals

    22 included

Two baby African elephants huddle closely beneath the gentle trunks of their protective herd
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On Safari in South Africa - Rhino East Lodge
South Africa
Embark on a safari adventure with Newmarket Holidays in South Africa. Stay at Rhino East Lodge and spot incredible wildlife in their natural habitat.Small GroupExclusive+ 4 More
  • Spot the ‘Big Five’ on open-air game drives through the Welgevonden and Kaingo game reserves
  • Experience an optional private dinner of traditional African dishes and watch a performance of dancing and music
  • Partake in a sundowner on Sunset Rock while watching the sky transform
  • 10 days from £2,665 pp

    was £2,805 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    November 2026 - December 2028

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    6 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    8 included

  • Meals

    21 included

Long Beach, Mauritius Pool 30
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Luxury Safari Plains with a Mauritian Beach Escape - Premier Collection
South Africa, Mauritius
Experience five-star comfort as you chase the ‘Big Five’ through the savannah ahead of a rejuvenating Mauritian beach escape. Book your holidays today!Premier CollectionSmall Group+ 4 More
  • Track the ‘Big Five’ with four game drives in a reserve in the UNESCO-listed Waterberg Biosphere – home to diverse local wildlife
  • Unwind in the unparalleled luxury of Safari Plain’s five-star tented camp, within the Mabula Game Reserve
  • Enjoy expert insight in the company of one of the reserve’s resident wildlife specialists with an introductory wildlife talk
  • 15 days from £5,517 pp

    was £6,129 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    April 2026 - October 2027

  • Duration

    15 days

  • Depart From

    1 airport

  • Excursions & Visits

    8 included

  • Meals

    36 included

Lion in Kruger National Park South Africa
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On Safari in South Africa - Kruger National Park
South Africa
Discover and experience our escorted On Safari in Kruger National Park tour. Speak with our experts and book your Newmarket Holidays tour today.Small GroupExclusive+ 4 More
  • Spend your first night at Sanctuary Mandela, the former home of Nelson Mandela, now a 5 star boutique hotel with exhibits and artwork.
  • Go in search of the Big Five as you take three safaris in the famous Kruger and Greater Kruger National Park
  • Picturesque panoramic trip, taking in some of the Lowveld and the Blyde River Canyon’s best sights
  • 10 days from £2,740 pp

    was £2,884 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    July 2026 - November 2026

  • Duration

    10 days

  • Depart From

    5 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    7 included

  • Meals

    21 included

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