Wildlife Bucket List

Camp in the wilderness

Experience the tranquility and beauty of nature by camping in the wilderness, away from urban distractions

See a blue whale in the wild

Witness Earth's largest animal during their migration, when they surface to breathe and feed.

See a penguin in the wild

Visit wild penguin colonies to observe their waddling walks, swimming skills, and social behaviors. Viewable in Antarctica or at various southern hemisphere coastal locations

Go on an African safari

Experience a wildlife safari in Africa, observing animals like lions, elephants, and giraffes in their natural habitat

Visit Yellowstone National Park

Explore the vast wilderness and geothermal wonders of Yellowstone National Park, the first national park in the world

See glow worms in the wild

Witness the magical glow of bioluminescent worms in their natural habitat

See a kangaroo in the wild

Watch wild kangaroos hop through their natural habitat, grazing in groups called mobs. Commonly seen throughout Australia's grasslands and bushland

See a sea turtle in the wild

Observe a sea turtle in its natural habitat, such as nesting on a beach or swimming in the ocean.

See an eagle in the wild

Witness an eagle in its natural habitat, soaring high or perched majestically

Visit Sequoia National Park

Explore the majestic giant sequoias in Sequoia National Park, home to some of the largest trees on Earth

Witness a murmuration of birds

Witness the mesmerizing natural phenomenon of a murmuration, where thousands of birds fly in synchronized patterns

See a flamingo in the wild

Witness flamingos in their natural habitat, observing their vibrant pink plumage and graceful movements in the wild.

See a polar bear in the wild

Observe wild polar bears in their Arctic habitat, watching them hunt, swim, and raise cubs among the ice. Best viewed in protected areas around the Arctic Circle

See a red panda in the wild

Spot the elusive red panda in their mountainous forest habitat, where they feed primarily on bamboo. Found in protected areas throughout the Himalayas

See a sea turtle nesting

Watch sea turtles perform their ancient ritual of coming ashore to lay eggs at night. Observable at various tropical beaches worldwide, including Costa Rica's Tortuguero Beach and Florida's coast

See a dolphin in the wild

Witness dolphins in their natural habitat, swimming freely in the ocean

Visit Redwood National Park

Explore the towering redwoods in Redwood National Park, home to some of the world's tallest trees

Visit Everglades National Park

Explore the unique ecosystem of Everglades National Park, home to alligators, manatees, and rare birds

See a bear in the wild

Watch wild bear in wild

Visit Saguaro National Park

Explore the iconic Saguaro National Park, home to the giant saguaro cactus and stunning desert landscapes in Arizona, USA

See a lion in the wild

Watch wild lion prides hunt, socialize, and raise cubs in their natural savanna habitat. Best observed in protected African game reserves

Visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Explore the natural beauty of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, featuring waterfalls, hiking trails, and scenic train rides

Visit Congaree National Park

Explore the vast wilderness of Congaree National Park, home to one of the tallest deciduous forest canopies in the world

Visit Badlands National Park

Explore the striking landscapes of Badlands National Park in South Dakota, USA, known for its rugged terrain and fossil beds

See a woodpecker in the wild

Observe a woodpecker in its natural habitat, known for their distinctive pecking behavior and vibrant plumage

See humpback whales breach

Watch humpback whales perform spectacular leaps from the ocean during their annual migrations. Observable in Hawaii (winter) or Alaska (summer)

See a salamander in the wild

Observe a salamander in its natural habitat, typically found in moist forest environments near water sources

See a snake in the wild

Observe a snake in its natural habitat, encountering various species in their wild environments

See a crocodile in the wild

See crocodile in their natural habitat in the wild

Visit Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Explore the stunning landscapes of Guadalupe Mountains National Park, home to the highest peak in Texas at 2,667m

Visit Biscayne National Park

Explore the aquatic wonders of Biscayne National Park, home to vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life

Visit Big Bend National Park

Explore the vast landscapes of Big Bend National Park, covering over 800,000 acres in Texas