The Jewels of Asian Wildlife

While Asia is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, the continent's wildlife is equally fascinating and diverse, yet it faces an uncertain future.

Celebrated for its beauty and revered for its power, it is ironic that these same qualities have led to the tiger's tragic demise in India. Orangutans in Borneo, Snow Leopards in Ladakh and Giant Pandas in China are in a similar perilous state.

However with concerted efforts of conservation and responsible tourism working hand in hand, these magnificent creatures will stand a chance of surviving the development taking place in the world's most populated continent. By joining one of our tours you directly support the conservation of these species.

Jarrod Kyte
Head of Steppes Discovery

India: Tiger Photographic Safari

For wildlife photographers, capturing tigers in the forests of India is an exciting challenge. Spend 8 days in Bandhavgarh under the guidance of photographer David Plummer, with ample opportunity to hone your photography skills and return with memorable shots of India's most beguiling big cat.

Dates: November 2011, March 2012 Price: £2,795

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Orangutans face an uncertain future, as the palm oil industry and heavy logging ravage their natural habitat. This tour led by photographer John Wright, combines the thrill of encountering Asia's only great ape, with learning the skills required to obtain poignant photographs of these charismatic primates.

Dates: December 2011 Price: £2,495

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In the harsh yet beautiful environment of the Himalayas, the Snow Leopard is colloquially known as the 'Ghost Leopard' such is its elusive nature. Accorded with a mythical status, tracking these endangered cats is not for the faint hearted but to spot one in its natural habitat is the ultimate reward.

Dates: November 2011, March 2012 Price: £2,395

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As China's industrial development continues, the Giant Panda is left to seek refuge in the wilds of the Qinling Mountains. This itinerary allows for some spectacular (and challenging) trekking in Foping and Changqing Reserve, tracking and viewing wild pandas and meeting those fighting to ensure their survival.

Dates: March 2012 Price: £3,585

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Brand new tour for 2011! Experience the thrill of the mighty blue whale breaching only metres from your boat before exploring Yala National Park for the opportunity to come face-to-face with the elusive leopard in the company of some of Sri Lanka's leading wildlife experts.

Dates: November - March Price from: £1,595

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Okay, not strictly Asia but it is a new trip we're very excited about! Trek in the High Tatras, an area of outstanding natural beauty, renowned for its high density of brown bears. Working with Project Bear and Park Authorities, we have access to non- tourist trails in the heart of Slovakia's prime bear territory.

Dates: September 2011, May 2012 Price: £795

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Special Offer

Join us in the wilds of the Canadian Arctic on our pioneering Polar Bear Tour and save up to £800 per person on selected dates, if booked by the end of June.

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Why not trek Gorillas this weekend? There is still the chance to join our Rwanda tour on the 12th June and we will give you a £400 per person discount!

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