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Wildlife Experiences

Encounters with wild animals are always intense. They touch me deep inside and remain in my memory for a lifetime. The possibilities for observing wild animals therefore usually determine my travel destination. Whales, sharks, sea lions and penguins are my clear favourites. On this page you will find an overview of my articles, reports, photo and travel tips for wildlife encounters.

Kraniche in Hokkaido beobachten: Locations und Fototipps

Crane Observation in Hokkaido: Locations and Photo Tips

When and where can you observe red-crowned cranes in Hokkaido? Interesting facts about crane conservation and practical information for planning your trip.
Wildtiere und Landschaften im Winter auf der Notsuke-Halbinsel

Wildlife and Landscapes in Winter on the Notsuke Peninsula

For nature lovers, the Notsuke Peninsula is perfect for spotting wildlife and exploring the beauty of the Hokkaido coast in winter.

Birdwatching at the Dunes of Farewell Spit, New Zealand

Farewell Spit is a narrow, curved sandbank on the northern tip of New Zealand's South Island, near Golden Bay. It is one of New Zealand's most famous and remote destinations for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and landscape photographers.

Birdwatching for Beginners - with Binoculars in Search of Happiness

Birdwatching will make you happy! You can do it almost anywhere and it doesn't have to cost much. What hobby can compete with that?
Amazonas von Ecuador: Reisebericht und Tipps rund um den Rio Napo

Amazon of Ecuador: Travelogue and Tips around the Rio Napo

From El Coca to Nueva Rocafuerte through the Amazon of Ecuador, pink river dolphins, swimming with piranhas, night hikes, and more.
Iguana Galapagos San Cristóbal

What to do on the Galapagos Island of San Cristóbal?

Galapagos on your own - here San Cristóbal Island: tips for beaches, snorkeling, wildlife watching, and excursions by cab.

At the Orcas' Lunch Table – Snorkeling with Orcas in Skjervøy, Norway

Cold, dark, but the most beautiful wildlife encounter ever: snorkeling with orcas in wintry Norway, far north of the Arctic Circle.
Muro de las Lagrimas Isla Isabela

Muro de las Lagrimas - Guide for a Bike Tour on Isla Isabela

Guide for your bike tour to "Muro de las Lagrimas" & Humedales on Isla Isabela, Galapagos. Stopovers, viewpoints, tortoises.
Schildkröten auf Galápagos

Tortoises in Galapagos - Where is the best place to see them?

Tips for your tortoise watching in Galapagos: Breeding stations and wilderness on San Cristóbal, Isabela, Santa Cruz.
Los Tuneles Galapagos

Los Tuneles and Cabo Rosa: Snorkeling at the Lava Tunnels of Galapagos

Snorkeling at Los Tuneles and Cabo Rosa, Galapagos: reef sharks, sea turtles, and bizarre volcanic landscapes with blue-footed boobies.
Galapagos Insel Bartolome – Mondlandschaft mit Pinguinen

Bartolome Island, Galapagos – Lunar Landscape with Penguins

Isla Bartolome with panoramic view to Sullivan Bay is considered a landmark of Galapagos. A special highlight is snorkeling with penguins.
Kajaktour bei den Orcas der San Juan Islands

Kayak Tour at the Orcas of the San Juan Islands

Bald Eagle - Orcas - Sea Dog - Bioluminescence. Travelogue and tips for a kayak tour at the orcas of the San Juan Islands.