Naturetrek Traveller Reviews

Excellent guides who really knew their stuff and their entusiasm was infectious

Everthing went to plan

Extremadura bird watching was a truly uplifting experience. A good variety of different locations with expert, friendly and helpful tour leader ornithologists . The was my first birding holiday and I loved every moment . Our stay at Hotel Rural Vina lasTores, Trujillo was perfect. Family run, with an excellent cuisine this hotel has beautiful gardens with plenty of birds..

Naturtrek provided good helpful information relating to the holiday well in advance and were helpful on the telephone this company gives a personal touch, a rare thing these days.

Extremadura in central Spain offers wide-open spaces and is very rich in bird life, from azure-winged magpies and hoopoes to eagles, vultures and the impressive great bustard. We stayed in a small, friendly family-run hotel with a delightful garden, including orange and lemon trees laden with fruit. A nightingale sang outside the window in the early morning. There was a glorious view of the surrounding unspoilt countryside.

Naturetrek runs a variety of wildlife holidays. This was the first of theirs I'd been on, and I would certainly go with them again. The trip was very well organised. The group leaders were exceedingly knowledgeable and made sure everyone enjoyed the holiday.

Naturetrek’s Spring trip to Crete this April was very enjoyable. This was my first time in Greece and I had a great time. The expertise of the two leaders, Jenny and John, for birds and botany was thoroughly engaging. Their experience in knowing the best places to go made our visit interesting and relaxing. Some Cretan history and culture added to the variety. Great hotels and good food too. A good all-round holiday with the emphasis on natural history. I would go again!

Good trip organisation, before and during the trip.

The holiday involved observing wildlife on the Scilly Isles. We were walking between 4 and 7.5 miles/day in beautiful countryside stopping at intervals to study mainly the birds and plants. It was an ideal way to go walking. We were very lucky with the weather which was mainly sunny with a cool breeze. We visited 5 of the islands.

Naturetrek's organisation was excellent and Andrew the leader was extremely well-informed.

It was a pleasure to experience the breathing of the fresh mountain air, whilst looking for a variety of endemic wild flowers, mammals , birds and insects. Naturetrek are in my opinion the best for wildlife holidays. The staff are so enthusiastic and keen to make the most out of the time spent to see the maximum amount of wildlife, sometimes when the weather conditions can be challenging. The hotel was ideally situated for our tour, it was cosy with friendly and helpful staff. The food was good , just a bit too much !

Naturetrek the best tour operator for wildlife tours. Experienced, knowledgeable and friendly staff

Our group really enjoyed every minute of our birdwatching trip to Extremadura and the Gredos Mountains. Every day was different, accommodation was very comfortable, food very good with superb picnics at lunchtime. Rob our guide looked after us extremely well and certainly knew his birds! We had plenty of birds to look at and we also had a lot of laughs! Top class.

Naturetrek could not have been more helpful and organised everything. It all worked out well and can’t find anything to criticise.

Wonderful sightings of a variety of birds, plants and wildlife. The many orchids were stunning. Our friendly hotel offered the perfect base, with excellent food.

Naturetrek is always efficient and reliable, with very knowledgable guides, and impeccable arrangements.

The Gambia in Style was everything it promised to be. The birdwatching was excellent lead with great skill by Richard who shared his knowledge in a professional yet relaxed manner. He took great care to ensure that all guests were catered for whatever their needs and abilities. The location was exceptional - luxurious and peaceful. All staff were very welcoming and helpful and we were all sorry to leave at the end of our week.

Efficient and informative, everything went to plan. All you want from a tour operator.

We spent 5 days based in Lisdoonvarna in the centre of the Burren area of County Clare in Ireland. Our days were spent visiting the limestone pavements, which abound, in the area, finding and enjoying the many rare and beautiful plants that grow here so abundantly. The landscapes are breathtaking and the natural history is fascinating.

Everything worked smoothly. The hotel Naturetrek used was excellent. Comfortable and very well managed. The food was very good and all dietary requirements were catered for without fuss. The travel arrangements from the hotel to the various places we visited were well thought out and no hitches arose at all. Our guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic and added to our enjoyment of the rich natural history.