Photograph of Green Turtle

Green Turtle returning to the Indian Ocean by Alice Perry. Turtles only come ashore for short periods of time each year so trips to destinations where they nest need to be carefully timed.

TOP TIMES TO GO

In order to maximize chances of seeing the best wildlife at each of the Top 100 Wildlife Destinations it is important to visit them at the right time of the year. For example, whales, wildebeest, Whale Sharks, Great White Sharks, Grizzly Bears, turtles and many birds are only likely to be in certain places at certain times of the year, and even wildlife such as Gorillas, Orang-utans, Giant Pandas, Tigers, Wolves and lemurs, which are present at certain destinations all year round, are best looked for at certain times of the year, such as dry seasons, or, in the case of many birds their breeding seasons, when they are at their most active and attractive. However, while there are definite peak times for many destinations some may be just as good in the weeks and even months surrounding the periods recommended below. For more details see the account for each destination.

For more information click on Top 100 Birds, Top 100 Other Wildlife and Top 50 Other Natural Wonders.

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