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Learn about the exciting endemics of St Helena
St Helena is a remote volcanic island in the South Atlantic, is a paradise for hikers. With its rugged coastline, dramatic cliffs, and lush, misty peaks, the island offers a fascinating blend of history and natural beauty. Whether you’re following in the footsteps of Napoleon or exploring the island’s unique endemic flora, each trail tells its own story. This guide takes you through some of the best hiking routes on St Helena, as experienced on a guided walking trip.
Best Place to See It: Deadwood Plain, Prosperous Bay Plain, and Horse Point
The St Helena Plover (Charadrius sanctaehelenae), known locally as the Wirebird due to its thin, wiry legs, is the island’s only surviving endemic land bird. It’s a small, elegant wader, often seen darting across open grasslands. Deadwood Plain is one of the best places to spot them, where conservation efforts have helped stabilise their population. Prosperous Bay Plain and Horse Point are also good locations, particularly if you’re exploring the island’s drier coastal areas.
Best Place to See It: The Peaks National Park and Plantation House Gardens
Once thought to be extinct, the St Helena Ebony (Trochetiopsis ebenus) was rediscovered in the 1980s. This striking plant produces delicate white flowers and thrives in carefully managed conservation areas. If you’re hiking in The Peaks National Park, you may spot some growing in protected enclosures. For an easier sighting, visit Plantation House Gardens, where some specimens have been planted for public
Best Place to See It: Diana’s Peak National Park
This rare species of grass (Carex dianae) is exclusive to St Helena’s highest elevations. The best way to see it is by hiking up Diana’s Peak (823m), the highest point on the island. As you climb, you’ll pass through misty cloud forest, home to many of St Helena’s rarest plant species. The peak also offers spectacular 360-degree views of the island.
Best Place to See It: The Peaks National Park
One of the rarest invertebrates on the planet, the Spiky Yellow Woodlouse (Pseudolaureola atlantica) can only be found in the island’s cloud forests. These tiny, bright yellow creatures live in the dense vegetation of The Peaks National Park, where conservationists are working to protect their fragile habitat. While they’re hard to spot, knowing you’re in the presence of one of the world’s rarest species makes the trek up Diana’s Peak even more special.
Best Place to See It: The higher-altitude forests, including Diana’s Peak and High Peak
This small but beautiful snail (Succinea sanctaehelenae) gets its name from its slightly translucent shell, which appears to blush in the light. It thrives in the island’s higher, wetter forests, making Diana’s Peak and High Peak the best places to look for it. If you’re walking carefully through the undergrowth, you might just find one nestled in the damp foliage.
Current Location: St Helena Museum
Previously known Locations: Horse Point Plain, Prosperous Bay Plain (if rediscovered)
The St Helena Giant Earwig (Labidura herculeana) was once the world’s largest earwig, growing up to 8 cm long. Sadly, it has not been officially recorded since the 1960s and is officially declared extinct.
It was once found in dry, rocky areas like Horse Point Plain and Prosperous Bay Plain. While no one has spotted one in decades, why not head out to these points and see if you could be the first to see one this century?
You can visit the St Helena Museum to see one of the only remaining preserved specimens of this fascinating species.
St Helena’s endemic species are part of what makes the island so special, but many of them are at risk due to habitat loss, invasive species, and climate change. If you’re visiting, consider joining a guided nature tour or supporting local conservation projects to help protect the island’s incredible biodiversity.
✅ Visit The Peaks National Park – This is the best place to see a range of endemic plants, invertebrates, and the island’s unique cloud forest ecosystem.
✅ Walk quietly and slowly – Many of these species are small and well-camouflaged, so patience is key.
✅ Ask local guides for help – Many guides are involved in conservation efforts and know the best places to find rare species.
✅ Avoid disturbing habitats – Stick to marked trails and avoid picking plants or moving rocks.
St Helena is not just a historical curiosity—it’s an ecological wonderland. Whether you’re looking for rare birds, unique plants, or bizarre invertebrates, this tiny island offers once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experiences. With its remote beauty and dedicated conservation efforts, St Helena is a dream destination for anyone who loves nature.
So why not call us to organise your visit, where you venture into the wild side of St Helena and discover a world of life found nowhere else on Earth.
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What can I say….my son and myself had the most wonderful time in Kenya thanks to the first-class itinerary that Ben and Louise put together for us. We spoke with Ben many times to ensure he ‘got it right’. This was our 2nd visit to Kenya, and it certainly lived up to our expectations and memories. We stayed in four locations, firstly at the wonderful El Karama Lodge, Laikipia Wildlife Conservancy, where we even had a visit from Ruth from Far and Wild! Then, for a return visit, to Saruni Samburu, which is absolutely stunning and still one of our favourite places in the world. Next came Basecamp Mara Camp, where we saw our first Cheetah, the only animal we didn’t see on our first visit. After that, onto the wonderful Leopards Hill in the Naiboisho Conservancy, what a way to spend the last four days of this trip. Here we finally spent many hours with a beautiful leopard. Throughout our time in Kenya, we saw many lions, giraffes, elephants, ostriches, hyenas, cheetahs, and leopards, to name just a few. Nothing was too much trouble for all the staff; we cannot have been looked after any better. Since our return again Ben phoned to see how it went in addition to emails. I would highly recommend Far and Wild; they are so knowledgeable and have personally visited the lodges and areas. We are already planning another visit, and we cannot wait.
I have just returned from the most amazing trip to Tanzania, booked with Far & Wild. Everything went so smoothly from the first time I spoke with them. The planning was great, the itinerary was perfect for us, and the lodges were amazing. We spent 10 nights with an amazing guide, travelling through Northern Tanzania and even got to see the migration, which was a lifetime ambition of mine. This wasn't our first safari, so we were nervous as to how it would compare, but it was spot on. We're particularly grateful that she suggested a private 'bush lunch' in the Ngorongoro Crater as the public picnic spot was very busy! I will certainly be using them again to book our next trip....we're thinking of a relaxing beach stay next time to get over the excitement of safari!
Just back from another amazing F&W organised trip to Namibia with the family (8 adults). Having been there before, Alistair tailored our trip to include our favourite locations and added a new one for us, Okonjima Plains camp, which we loved.The quality of accommodation and guiding, activities, food and drinks was exceptional throughout. Although not inexpensive I felt it was good value for the level of luxury we had. Kwessi Dunes, Shipwreck lodge, Ongava, Okonjima with pit stops Windhoek (city tour recommended ), Swakopmund (Sandwich Harbour and Walvis Bay tour) and Grootberg lodge (best sundowner drive )
We had a wonderful trip to São Tomé and Príncipe - a small island nation in the Gulf of Guinea with paradise (almost empty) beaches and jungle forest. It was all well organised by Far and Wild and we stayed at Omali lodge at Sao Tome, then on Roca Sundy, and Sunday Praia at Principe - a great combination of different types of resorts/hotels. Omali is close to Sao Tome town with its colonial buildings, markets, hustle and bustle. Roca Sunday gives an old plantation experience and Sundy Praia a luxury beach experience. Very friendly (from time to time a bit slow) service, great fresh food, specifically if you like fish/seafood, vegetables and fruits (almost all sourced locally). Nice temperature between 23 and 30 degrees Celsius, nice swimming conditions. We really recommend this for those who want to experience a pristine destination with few other tourists and friendly and welcoming people. The islands also feel (and I believe are) very safe. At Principe, there are no dangerous animals, snakes or whatever, and it was great to be able to hike in the jungle without being very conscious of where to put your hands and feet. Go before everyone else does!
Back home again, basking in the joys of a superb safari. Every aspect you arranged for us, including linking up with Mack Air and Wild Horizons locally to transport us. The choice of camps, Camp Hwange in Zimbabwe and Muchenenje Safari Lodge in Botswana, was spot on and exactly what we had hoped for - ideally situated, comfortable, in good surroundings, and with excellent wildlife on the doorstep and throughout the wider country. The service staff in each looked after us very well, catering was excellent, and the game guides were professional, knowledgeable and helpful. The weather was, as usual for that part of the world, also good at the time of our visit. Blue skies and stunning sunsets. Warm but not too hot during the day, although quite cold at sunrise when viewing game. The viewing started. You made us happy, and we recommend you to similar safari enthusiasts with confidence.
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It was a dreamy holiday on the Kenyan Coast - Far and Wild, their efficiency and professionalism allowed us to relax and be the happiest family alive !! We cannot fault them, their care and understanding of what we wanted from a holiday ensured we had the most memorable trip. We will be booking with them again for sure!
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