Heart of Borneo Special Offer…
Have you ever wanted to experience night-time jungle walks or game drives in search of nocturnal wildlife? How about watching sea turtles lay their eggs in the sand? Well you can do this and much more beside as Wildlife Encounters are operating a small group for the Heart of Borneo tour on the 11th September with a knowledgeable local guide. What’s more, there’s £200 off (per person) so there’s more reason to jet off on this fantastic wildlife tour.

Don’t miss this fabulous opportunity, as space is limited. This 15-day holiday departs on the 11th September and prices are now from £1599 per person. For more information or to book this holiday please contact our Wildlife Encounters team on 01737 218 802 or visit www.wildlife-encounters.co.uk

Minke Whales of Mull...
The Hebridean Sea, around the strikingly beautiful Isle of Mull, is one of the richest areas for wildlife in Britain. It is home to minke whales, common dolphins, harbour porpoises and a variety of other cetaceans. There are also otters, seals, seabirds, eagles and basking sharks.

During this holiday there are two full day whale watching trips and a chance to participate in the study of the resident minke whales, many of which have become personal 'friends' of the researchers. You’ll also search for other whales and dolphins, explore Mull's diverse landscape, possibly landing on remote and uninhabited islands and deserted sandy beaches and experience a fabulous overland safari.

Prices for this exciting 6-day tour are from £430 per person departing on the 11th September 2004. To book this holiday please contact Wildlife Encounters on 01737 218 802 or visit www.wildlife-encounters.co.uk for more information.

The natural side of New Zealand
From the sub-tropical Coromandel Peninsula and thermal wonders of Rotorua, to the alpine high country of Arthurs Pass, and the rainforests, glaciers and beaches of the West Coast, you will experience the myriad contrasts of these wild and exciting islands.

This holiday combines the itineraries of two dedicated professional companies – Kiwi Dundee Adventures in the North Island and Canterbury Trails in the South Island. There is a choice of either the combined itinerary or the shorter 9-day version, which starts on day 6 and takes in only the South Island. You’ll stay in luxury lodge accommodation throughout and each offers something special, from panoramic mountain views to a backdrop of luxuriant native forests, so you can really enjoy New Zealand’s wildlife and scenery the best way possible!

Prices are £2069 per person for the 9-day tour and £3150 per person for the 14-day tour (excluding flights). For more information on this holiday and a whole host of others, contact our New Zealand team on 01737 218 804 or visit www.discover-new-zealand.co.uk

Whale Rider Country
Those who venture to this eastern-most point of New Zealand are rarely disappointed. Here you will find Maori settlements and churches, and you will also have the opportunity to talk with local people at a homestay, and visit Whangara, the setting for both the book and film. The itinerary also features the heartland of New Zealand’s Maori culture at Rotorua, and the whale-watching capital, Kaikoura.

Prices for this self-drive tour are from £550 per person (excluding flights). Contact our New Zealand team for more information on 01737 218 804 or visit www.discover-new-zealand.co.uk

Summer in Sweden
STOCKHOLM & VISBY
Miles of beaches, long and fascinating history and a sunshine record that is the best in the country, a visit to Gotland is a must do this summer. It’s attractive medieval capital, Visby, has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1995. You can walk through cobbled streets and admire the cathedral or the ruins of century old castles and fortresses dating back to the 12th century. It is also a thriving place with shops, restaurants and much more. Prices are from £605 per person with departures until the end of September 2004.

GOTHENBURG & STOCKHOM
Both of these two major cities offer great shopping, fantastic food and a good choice of museums and attractions. There is even a chance to witness some of Sweden’s stunning countryside on the train ride coast to coast. This trip is based on staying two nights in Gothenburg and one in Stockholm, but it can also be taken in reverse and you can even extend your stay if you find you want to see more! Prices are from £447 per person with departures throughout the year.

We also offer Stockholm and Gothenburg as individual city breaks. Prices for Stockholm start from £265 per person and Gothenburg from £261 per person (based on weekend departures). These city breaks are also featured in our Arctic Experience winter brochure.

To book any of the above holidays or for more information, contact our Sweden team on 01737 214 255 or visit www.absolute-sweden.co.uk

Whale and Dolphin Magazine…
Keep abreast of what's been seen and where around the UK and Ireland with the regular Sightings feature and learn how to identify cetaceans with the species guides. In each issue they invite researchers and cetacean experts to contribute articles on topical issues and different species plus the latest international cetacean news and research findings.

This exciting new publication is available by mail order subscription for £13.20 (six issues per year, postage free). Subscribe online at www.wdmag.co.uk or by post to

Whale and Dolphin Magazine,
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Tunbridge Wells,
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