Naturetrek Traveller Reviews

This privately owned estate offers an insight into an ambitious project to rewild the 23,000 acre landscape and return it to its natural habitat of hundreds of years ago. It is along term project very much in progress which allows you to see wildlife that for many people will be a new and exciting experience. It provides a chance to see the impact of positive human intervention to rectify mistakes of the past and restore habitats that will bring back species that have long disappeared.The scenery is breathtaking with vast spaces, beautiful rugged mountains and crystal clear rivers. The accommodation in the luxurious seven bedroom Alladale lodge offers a level of comfort and hospitality that exceeded expectations. In addition to the days exploring this amazing wilderness reserve, there are day visits to nearby wildlife locations which offer sightings of a wide and varied range of birds and wildlife. It was an absolute privilege to visit this remote part of Scotland.

This holiday to Alladale in May 2022 was a fortunate stroke of serendipity due to the postponement and eventual cancellation of a planned Naturetrek trip to southern Africa which was postponed in 2021 because of Covid 19 restrictions. Not wishing to risk a further postponement we asked to be transferred to this holiday to Alladale. Naturetrek agreed without any hesitation or fuss which was greatly appreciated. Their organisation and management of such trips are of the highest order with comprehensive information and regular communication. The Naturetrek leader appointed for our stay at Alladale was extremely knowledgeable, brilliant at bird and animal spotting and determined to ensure that every daylight hour was used to best advantage to see Scottish wildlife.

A well organised, varied nature lovers week away in the South of France. Daily excursions to different habitats to observe the local flora and fauna.

Naturetrek never fail to give excellent customer care. Their tours are superbly well organised and carefully executed.

It was with Nature Trek, whom I have used before. Alderney proved to be fascinating and full of wildlife and history. The local guides were knowledgeable and knew how to get the best experience for their visitors. We had some special sightings and the local guides knew exactly where these birds, butterflies etc would be so were able to modify the itinerary to enable us to see these. Also the boat trip was changed to allow us to go on a fine calm day, without any fuss.

Naturetrek provide the type of holidays with special interest that I like. I travel on my own and they always seem to be able to help with any issues that arise or questions I have about the holidays. I have found their descriptions of the tours to be accurate and helpful. I like to know how physically difficult the tours will be as I am of a "certain" age!

This was a fantastic trip led by David Phillips from Naturetrek. David was very knowledgeable on the nightjar to the point that he knew potential trees and branches where we would get a fantastic view of nightjars. He had his super scope on them quickly so that could then benefit from seeing them far better than through ordinary binoculars. Came away very excited by all I'd seen and importantly heard - churring and wing claps. To finish off the evening David explained the stars that we could see and it was a lovely way to round off the evening. Thanks David.

Naturetrek - well organised; fantastic views and sounds of nightjars! It was a great evening and thanks David.

Seven days in Corsica that whistled past so quick, it was such a delight to be part of it.

Very happy with all concerned.

Great wildlife holiday as usual with Naturetrek. Excellent leaders, perfect location, lovely food.

Never disappoint

Wonderful Island sun ,scenery, mountains, lovely B&B . superb , one week not long enough

Always on hand to help and advise .Friendly, efficient . Tour Guides chosen with care , very knowledgeable about the island and taking care of our group.

Based in the excellent Alladale Wilderness Reserve each day was packed with oppertunities to see wildlife in the company of experts. Not being a knowledgeable bird watcher I was able to see many species that I either hadn't seen before or just hadn't been able to identify. As a nature based holiday there are no guarantees but I was able to see 101 species 35 of which were new to me, ranging from Redpolls to Goldes Eagles and Red Squirrels to Killer Whales. The Lodge staff couldn't be more helpful or adaptable to the needs of the group.

We have had two holidays and three day trips with Naturetrek, all of which have been very enjoyable and organised to provide excellent wildlife watching oppertunities. The staff are always helpful and the experts they provide are very knowledgeable without making you feel patronised.

To see birds and other interesting things that are about Somerset in spring.

Our tour operator was Naturetrek. They organised the hole trip from the start to finish. Nothing seems to be too much trouble for them to make it a very enjoyable experience for you.

Naturetrek's pre-departure communication and customer care were top notch. Every question had been anticipated and knowledgeable staff were readily available if needed. Our local guide in Northern Portugal could not have been better and our itinerary, though busy, was excellent. The hotels were very well chosen: different in style but of equally high quality with outstanding local food and wine. Every day brought new experiences: fascinating contrasts in landscapes and wildlife along with cultural experiences we will long remember, e.g., a night time visit to a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Paleolithic rock carvings. We cannot fault any aspect of the tour, which was our first holiday abroad since COVID. All in all, an excellent and truly memorable holiday, as well as very good value for money.

We have travelled with quite a few speciality tour operators and Naturetrek is far and away the best. From our first contact with them (a phone call to ask a few questions about the trip we were considering) to their post-holiday follow-up, they demonstrated truly exceptional customer service. Naturetrek's travel documents were outstanding and they kept us well informed about the ever-changing COVID requirements. We felt that our post-trip feedback was genuinely valued by the company - there is no doubt that they are very keen to keep their clients happy. In fact, most of the people on our small group tour were repeat customers. Although this was our first Naturetrek holiday, it certainly will not be our last. Total points for customer care: 12 out of 10!