With a variety of accessible habitats, Scotland is regarded as one of the top destinations in Europe for wildlife watching, either independently by yourself or on a guided tour. It is worthwhile checking out Wild Scotland members, who offer a wide variety of wildlife watching experiences to make the most of your time. By joining a professional guide you can maximise your chances of seeing the local wildlife.
Our highlights
- Watching the dolphins off the Caithness, Sutherland or Moray coast
- Spotting puffins on Orkney and the Treshnish Isles
- Watching the deer roam the Cairngorms National Park
- Go on a beaver tour or sea safari at the Argyll Beaver Centre
- Watch the gannets on a tour to Bass Rock in East Lothian
Wild Scotland members are committed to delivering first-class experiences while following set wildlife watching and outdoor codes, and therefore minimising disruption to wildlife and their habitats. NatureScot offers a Guide to Best Practice for Watching Marine Wildlife here, and you should always follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code’s three key principles:
- Respect the interests of other people.
- Care for the environment.
- Take responsibility for your own actions.
For more information visit www.outdooraccess-scotland.com.
Why are Scottish Hostels great for wildlife?
Our hostels offer an affordable place to stay close to or in accessible wildlife in Scotland, including:
- Direct access to accessible wildlife
- A welcoming, clean place to spend the night at an affordable rate
- The chance to connect with likeminded people
- Drying rooms for your wet kit
- Storage
- Laundry facilities
- Local knowledge and expert advice
If you want to find out which of our hostels are perfect to spot wildlife, you can see the full list below or use our search facility.
Why are Scottish Hostels great for bikepackers?
Lots of our hostels have facilities tailored to bikepackers and tourers. Scottish Hostels offer you:
- Secure bike storage
- Drying rooms for your wet kit
- Laundry facilities
- Bike wash facilities
- Local bike repair and hire shops
- Local knowledge
If you want to find which of our hostels are suitable for bikepackers, you can see the full list below or use our search facility.
Our hostel choices for spotting wildlife
Argyll Backpackers
Argyll Backpackers Loch Fyne Lodge Inverneil Ardrishaig PA30 8ES
Conveniently located on the A83 between Mid-Argyll and Kintyre and just minutes from the NCR78, Argyll Backpackers is an amazing purpose-built 'gre...
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