Even on our crowded continent there are remote regions where you can still spot bears, bison, lynx, wolves and more
Tag Archives: wilderness
10 of the best wilderness holidays in Scotland
Scotland represents Britain at its most rugged. We pick 10 great ways to explore its islands, glens and lochs – from vintage campers to bikes, kayaks and barges
10 great wilderness cabins and campsites in Canada
Whether it’s backcountry camping, huts for post-hike relaxation or a hot tub and luxury cabin after a day in a canoe, our tipsters know some great stays
Scenes of the Canadian wilderness on the Great Trail
Capturing huge vistas and a chance encounter, Kevin Rushby hikes in western Canada in our weekly look at travel through pictures posted on Instagram
10 of the best wild camping sites in Scotland
Scotland offers idyllic wild camping, with spaces beside some of the UK’s loveliest beaches, lochs and mountains
Wild Scandinavia: adventure without breaking the bank
This is a pricey part of the world, but these adventures in Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Iceland, from the new Wild Guide Scandinavia, are pleasantly surprising in more ways than one
Catching the night train to the Scottish Highlands
Bored by the four walls of his local in south London, Julian Coman caught the overnight train to Knoydart to enjoy spectacular scenery and a pint in one of Britain’s most remote pubs
Hiking, rafting and relaxing in Greece’s Zagori wilderness
The Zagori region in north west Greece is little known among visitors heading to Athens and the islands. But amid its mountains, canyons and ancient villages are superb hiking trails, delicious local fare and top places to stay
El Torcal de Antequera natural park, Spain
This Andalucían wilderness north of Málaga is a great place for catching the mountain breeze away from the bustling Costa del Sol
Darwin and Kakadu National Park, Australia
Read about visiting the Top End of Australia in this article: http://www.theguardian.com/travel/2014/feb/28/wilderness-australia-northern-territory-darwin