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 the Great Barrier Reef
Explore the world's largest coral reef system, stretching over 2,300 km off the coast of Australia
Visit Galapagos Islands
Explore the unique wildlife and pristine landscapes of the Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site
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
Experience hunting
Experience the tradition and skill of hunting in a designated area
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
Visit Borneo
Explore the rich biodiversity and cultural diversity of Borneo, the world's third largest island shared by Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei
Visit Madagascar
Seek baobab avenues, lemur forests, and rose-gold shores of Madagascar
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
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