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Early Bird Safari

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As any seasoned wildlife watcher knows, some of the best wildlife encounters occur in the first few hours after daybreak. With the bird breeding season coming to a close, family parties of scrub-loving species will be foraging for insects and fruits to fatten up and begin drifting south on their epic migratory journeys to their wintering grounds. Elusive wild mammals and the free-roaming cattle, ponies, pigs and deer are more confiding, affording views in the soft light and cool of the morning, before wandering off to seek out shade away from the summer heat and the hustle and bustle of the day.

This safari is for those early risers who are keen explore the best of what Knepp has to offer at this time of year.

The safari ends with refreshments.

Our Early Bird Safari is a 3 hour walk with frequent stops for wildlife-spotting. You’ll need a good level of fitness and be able to cope with walking on uneven ground.

6.30am-9.30am
£75 per person

Important information

  • Please see our Pre-Visit Information which will help prepare you for your safari
  • All guests must be over 12yrs. We cannot accommodate unaccompanied guests under 18yrs
  • We regret we cannot offer date changes once your booking is made, please refer to section 15 of our T&Cs for refunds
  • We cannot guarantee the great British weather, or that you will see your target species
  • Nature is unpredictable! However we’re confident you’ll enjoy your experience with us, come rain or shine, and there’s always plenty of wildlife to see
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Our 12+ Policy

Knepp Wildland Safaris, our gardens and campsite are all about the quiet and patient observation of nature.

Some of the species we are likely to encounter are shy or can be frightened by loud noises or sudden movements. Our campsite with open-air fire-pits, wood-burning stoves and an on-site pond is unsuitable for small children.

For this reason, our safaris, garden visits, holiday cottages and campsite are suitable only for children of 12 and over.

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