Ultimate Uists

Speyside Wildlife

Plants and Animals

A birdwatching and nature discovery holiday to the varied and beautiful islands of North and South Uist. Internationally renowned for the rare Machair habitat, rich in wildflowers and supporting incredible numbers of breeding waders, and a special home for the rare Corncrake.

This tour has been created by Stuart, who first visited the islands in 1978. As the former Director of RSPB Scotland his knowledge of the Uists and their conservation is exceptional.

We visit North and South Uist, Benbecula and Berneray
A chartered boat trip affords close views of skuas, raptors, Harbour and Grey Seals
Corncrake and Red-necked Phalarope - we shall search for these elusive rarities
Visit scenic Loch Druidibeg, looking for Short-eared Owls, waders and raptors
Walk through beautiful machair flora hoping for the rare Great Yellow Bumblebee
We shall keep a watchful eye open for Otters and Golden and White-tailed Eagles
Visit the RSPB Balranald Reserve for waders, duck, Twite, Corncrake and Corn Bunting

A birdwatching and nature discovery holiday to the varied and beautiful islands of North and South Uist. Internationally renowned for the rare Machair habitat, rich in wildflowers and supporting incredible numbers of breeding waders, and a special home for the rare Corncrake. Little and Arctic Terns nest in the dunes and sandy fields, and raptors including Hen Harrier, Golden and White-tailed Eagle patrol the hills and moorlands. Along the miles of white sandy beaches small parties of Turnstone, Sanderling, and other waders in full summer plumage can be seen, and groups of Whimbrel and Black-tailed Godwit are en route to the tundra! Inland still lochs have breeding divers, and duck and Short-eared Owls patrol looking for voles. The wheezy calls of Twite, Skylarks in song, and the chacking calls of Stonechats and Wheatears accompany our walks.

Learning Format

Guided experience
Time of year

Summer, Spring
Environment

Plants and Animals
Accessibility

Moderate impact
Average Price Per Person

2795 GBP
Subject Knowledge Required?

No

About Speyside Wildlife

Established in 1991, Speyside Wildlife has been offering wildlife watching experiences around the world for over 30 years. Our holidays are just that - holidays. We’ll try to squeeze in as many exciting activities as we can, but still give you completely relaxed enjoyment, so that you can ‘switch off’ for the week. We pride ourselves on our high level of personal attention, but we won’t race around in pursuit of big lists. Our guides’ enthusiasm is infectious and whether you are a beginner or more experienced, young or old, we are happy to take time so you can enjoy the wildlife on a Speyside Wildlife experience to the full.

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