Wildlife

What is special about the Cairngorms and Speyside

Speyside and the Cairngorms are one of the best birding and wildlife areas in the UK. Few places can offer the year round range of diversity. Golden Eagles, Capercaillie, Pine Martens, Red Squirrels, Mountain Hares, Ptarmigan, Otters, Red and Black Grouse, Red Deer, Crossbills and of course Ospreys in spring and summer.

On the Moray Firth, there are Dolphins, Red Kites, Gannets, Geese, Waders, Divers, Grebes and Sea Duck.

A longer journey will take you to the sea bird colonies (Razorbills, Guillemots, Puffins and Gannets) at Troup Head, and Bullers of Buchan.

But it’s not just birding and wildlife. The whole area is magnificent for walking, with the Speyside Way just at the back of the Hotel and Abernethy Forest, Glenlivet Estate, Glen More Forest and the Cairngorms themselves all within a short drive.

Further Information

• Not to be missed
  Must see wildlife during your stay
  
• Nearby Reserves
  All within easy driving distance 

Pine Marten

Golden Eagle

Puffins