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Chris Griffin and Mark Wood were exceptional tour leaders. Their knowledge encyclopaedic but just as important were their social skills with people within and outside the group and organising the tour. Although different, their personalities were ideally suited to the role. Nothing was too much trouble They worked so hard arranging the itinerary to fit in with the weather and ferry schedules. Lovely comfortable hotel in beautiful location. The food, drink and especially the service were outstanding.
C.B, Hampshire, Jun25
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Shetland in Style
Tour Code: GBR315A 9-day single-centred holiday based at Shetland's premier hotel - Busta House, where we'll search for the archipelago's famed wildlife, whilst enjoying the islands' spectacular landscapes.
9 days
from
£2,595 (Inc ferry)
£2,595 (Inc ferry)
Land only price
from
£2,395
£2,395
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Summary
In mid to late June, the beautiful Shetland Islands are blessed with nearly 19-hours of daylight, add to this the stunning landscapes and an incredible abundance of birds, mammals and rare plants. Its pure remoteness, hillsides cloaked in heather, and the air penetrated by the calls of myriad waders which breed here, only adds to its attraction. Throughout this gentle-paced, 9-day holiday, we will be based solely at Shetland's premier hotel of Busta House in West Mainland, renowned for its stunning views and fine cuisine. We will also be after the archipelago's best wildlife, ranging from the diminutive European Storm Petrel on the uninhabited island of Mousa; breeding Puffins, passing cetaceans, Otters, and rare flora, including Edmonston's Chickweed, Moonwort and Lesser Twayblade. Our time will also be spent enjoying the many historic sites which are littered throughout, as we cover Mainland, Unst and Fetlar, on this wonderful holiday to the UK's most northerly archipelago.
- Staying at Busta House in remote West Mainland
- Thriving seabird colonies on Mainland
- Rare and endemic flora
- Visit Mousa and its broch for the European Storm Petrel
- Otters & cetaceans
- Spectacular landscapes
Grading
A/B - A gentle-paced holiday, but some walks will be on uneven terrain. One late night when visiting Mousa Island.
What's Included?
- Ferries
- Food:
All breakfasts and dinners are included when on Shetland
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Dates & Prices
2026
Departures
Availability
Cost
Fri 10th Jul – Sat 18th Jul
5
£2,595
Land only cost:
The "Land Only" cost is the tour price you will pay if you choose to arrange your own flights/transport.
£2,395
Single Room Supplement:
Single Room Supplement.
£395
Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?
For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.
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Why Naturetrek?
At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:
- The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
- Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
- Outstanding value and exceptional customer service
Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!
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