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There are many opportunities to view an exciting array of wildlife in Braemar and the surrounding area. The Fife Arms Hotel sits in the middle of the Cairngorms National Park; and is recognised as one of the most important nature conservation landscapes in the British Isles.

Mar Lodge Estate, managed for the nation by the National Trust for Scotland, forms the heart of the park.

There are four major nature reserves: ancient Morrone Birkwood, Glen Muick, Glen Tanar and the Muir of Dinnet. Some of the finest vestiges of the ancient Caledonian woodlands are to be found here. And, of course, such nature reserves lead to a wonderful variety of wildlife. It would be quite possible to see red squirrels, herds of Red Deer and a soaring Golden Eagle in the course of one day. There are so many special reasons for you to visit the Cairngorms National Park – the mountains, rivers, lochs, woodlands, moorlands, wildlife and thriving communities, to name but a few. To find out more, and to start planning your trip today, go to

www.cairngorms.co.uk
www.discoverroyaldeeside.com/cairngorms-national-park/
www.snh.gov.uk

The Rothiemurchus Estate is a privately owned estate which sits amidst the Cairngorms National Park; an area which has been named a site of outstanding natural beauty and according to David Attenborough “one of the glories of wild Scotland.”

Rothiemurchus Estate

Rothiemurchus Estate is approximately 1hr 30mins from Braemar
Opening hours: Open all year
Further information: Telephone: 01479 812345

Highland Safari

Mountain Safari:

Duration: 2 ½ Hours
Departure Times: 09.30 & 1.30 daily (may change seasonally)
Costs: £37.50 per adult, £20.00 per teenager (12-18), £15.00 per child. Family and group discounts.

Forest Safari:

Duration: 1 ½ Hours
Departure Times: 0930, 11.15 & 13.30 & 15.15 daily
Costs: Adults £20.00 Children: £10.00 (Ask about group discounts)
(More packages on request)

Contact:

Highland Safaris
Aberfeldy Perthshire
PH15 2JQ

Telephone: 01887 820071
Email: info@highlandsafaris.net
Website: www.highlandsafaris.net