What rewilding means
Rewilding aims to restore ecosystems so that nature can look after itself, often by reintroducing species, restoring rivers or reducing intensive land use.
Places to visit
- Knepp Estate, West Sussex, UK: A former farm turned wildland with free-roaming animals and safaris.
- Scottish Highlands: Projects such as Glen Affric and Cairngorms restoration.
- Rewilding Europe areas: Including Iberian Highlands in Spain and Portugal, Danube Delta in Romania and the Southern Carpathians.
- Białowieża Forest, Poland and Belarus: An ancient forest with European bison. Check access.
- Tierra del Fuego and Iberá, Argentina: Large-scale rewilding projects with wildlife viewing.
How to visit well
- Choose local guides and community-run lodges.
- Follow rules about distance from wildlife.
- Support the project through guided tours, accommodation and fees.
- Be patient: wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
What to bring
Binoculars, warm clothes and patience.
Projects and access change, so check each project's website.
