F O R R E S E R V A T I O N S C A L L U S O N 0845 130 6982 Spring & Summer 20 Whale-watching in Iceland Humpback Whale Whale-Watch Iceland 3 days London to London Day 1. Depart London Depart London on the afternoon flight for Keflavik where you will be met and transferred to Hotel Klopp for a 2- night stay. Hotel Klopp is a good hotel in a central location within easy walking distance of the harbour and the many good restaurants and bars the Reykjavik has to offer. Day 2. Whale-watching [B] In the morning walk to the harbour for your first whalewatch excursion aboard one of two vessels. The first takes a maximum of 150 passengers, the second a maximum of 38. As soon as you leave the harbour you should expect to see marine life. The waters in the immediate vicinity are amongst the world’s prime locations for Humpback, Fin, Sei, and Minke Whales as well as Harbour Porpoises and White-beaked Dolphins. As well as whales, you may see a host of different seabirds and on your return, large numbers of nesting birds will be visible on Puffin Island. In the afternoon you have the option of taking a further whale-watching excursion, joining an escorted horseback trip into the surrounding volcanic countryside, or visiting the nearby geysers. Day 3. Homeward [B] This morning you have time for a final whale-watch excursion, before transferring to the airport for your homeward flight. En-route you stop off at Iceland’s most famous tourist attraction, Blue Lagoon. The lagoon’s brilliant waters which are on average 40°c are mineralrich and said to have curative powers. There is a full spa treatment centre here. The lagoon set against the dark volcanic rock is a fantastic sight. You arrive into London in the evening. Cost per person: 22 Apr to 14 Jun & Oct £745 15 Jun to 30 Sep £795 Single supplement: Available on request What is included: Flights, meals as indicated, transfers & whale-watching Accommodation: Hotel Departure dates: Daily, April to October

S E E U S O N T H E W E B AT wildlifeworldwide.com Whale & Puffin Fly Drive 6 days London to London Day 1. Depart London Depart London for Keflavik, where you pick up your hire car (VW Polo or similar) and head off to Reykjavik and the Viking Village where you spend the night. Days 2 & 3. Olafsvik [B] Today drive along the spectacular coast to the small fishing village of Olafsvik which will be your base for the next two nights and it is from here you depart on your whale watching cruise. You should be on the lookout for dolphins, Minke Whales, Orcas, and Humpbacks. There is also an outside chance of seeing Blue Whales here too. Day 4. Vestmann Island [B] Drive south to Herjolfur where you take the car ferry to Heimaey on the Vestmann Islands. The Vestmann Islands are home to the largest colony of Atlantic Puffins in the world – some eight millions birds. Heimaey, the only inhabited island of the archipelago, is dominated by Eldfell, a new volcano whose eruption in 1973 destroyed half of the nearby fishing harbour. Spend the night at Hotel Thorshamer. Day 5. Reykjavik [B] Take the afternoon ferry back to the mainland and return to Reykjavik where you spend your final night at the centrally located Hotel Klopp. Day 6. Homeward [B] This morning either take an optional whale watch or spend time exploring Reykjavik. In the afternoon return to the airport via the world famous Blue Lagoon before returning your car and flying home. Whales of the Azores 4 days London to London Day 1. Depart London Depart London for Horta in the Azores, flying via Lisbon, where you stay at the Hotel Horta, a comfortable 3-star hotel, for the next three nights. Your afternoons are free for you to explore the town of Horta and its surroundings. You can of course book further whale and dolphin watching trips for the afternoon and pay locally. Days 2 & 3. Whale & dolphin-watching [B] The Azores, a volcanic island chain lying 1,500 kilometres west of Portugal in the North Atlantic, have a justifiable reputation as one of the finest places in the Northern Hemisphere to watch whales and dolphins. There will be two whale and dolphin-watching trips on day two aboard fast zodiac-style craft to give you the best opportunity to get close to some of the wonderful creatures that frequent these seas. The Azores are most famous for Sperm Whale sightings, since the area is used by females as a calving ground. However you may also see, Common, Risso’s, and Bottle-nosed Dolphin, together with the more elusive Pilot, False Killer, Pygmy Sperm, Fin, Blue, and Orca Whales. You may even catch a glimpse of sharks and turtles in the clear seas that surround these islands. On day three enjoy a half-day excursion of Faial Island by Jeep or taxi. Day 4. Homeward [B] The morning is free for sightseeing and shopping, or for the hardened enthusiast, another optional whale and dolphin-watching trip. At lunchtime you transfer to the airport for your homeward flight via Lisbon. There is a great deal to do in the Azores, why not consider extending your stay or perhaps visiting Puerto Delgado? 21 Europe / Spring & Summer Cost per person: £1,195 Single supplement: Available on request What is included: Flights, meals as indicated, vehicle hire & guided activities Accommodation: Hotel Departure dates: Daily, May to September Cost per person: Apr to Jun & Oct £725 Jul to Sep £775 Single supplement: Available on request What is included: Flights, meals as indicated, transfers & whale-watching Accommodation: Hotel Departure dates: Daily, April to October Orca Atlantic Puffin