New Zealand is an odd country to make the list - after all, the only native species of mammals in New Zealand are three species of bats. But New Zealand has other wildlife to see. New Zealand has some of the most unusual birds in the world
Namibia is not only one of the best countries in the world to see wild animals, but it is also one of the best countries to go on a self-driven tour and safari all around the massive (but sparsely populated) desert African country.
Lastly, Thailand is overflowing with beautiful creatures as its unique climate allows for several different species to call this country home. Visitors can expect to see some standard beasts like bears and tigers, but they have some more interesting characters
Animal fans can also add Borneo to their list of wildlife-watching hotspots. Even if this is your first time hearing about this haven for wildlife, trust us when we say one trip here, and you will likely be hooked. Here, along the lower Kinabatangan River
Of course, no one would miss the opportunity to see some elephants. So if you were looking for a sign to add Sri Lanka to your bucket list, here it is. Sri Lanka is by far the best place to visit if you want to see these massive mammals in their natural habitat.
Just north of South Africa, Botswana is another excellent option for wildlife lovers. Chobe National Park is filled with elephants that will open your eyes to a new and more wonderful world. Here visitors have a good chance of seeing some cape buffalo
India is home to the Kanha Tiger Reserve, where you can take a tour to see these magnificently striped predators at work in the wild. Tigers aren't the only thing to see in this beautiful country, as variations of some of your favorite South African species
Costa Rica is a lush travel destination brimming with biodiversity and ecosystems, which means it's definitely a wildlife lover's paradise. Here, visitors can embark on breathtaking jungle journeys to see sloths, white-faced capuchin monkeys
When you think of China, you think of the giant panda, which is precisely what you will see when you travel to the Conservation & Research Centre for the Giant Panda near Chengdu. Here visitors can learn all about their conservation efforts