TIGER

Tiger Holidays, Tiger Safaris

The tiger is the largest of all the cats but sadly this magnificent animal has been hunted by humans and has lost much of its habitat. Three of the eight subspecies have already become extinct, and other populations are also at high risk.

Tigers range from India to Siberia and South East Asia and their preferred habitat is forest although they can also be found in grassland and swamp margins. They require sufficient cover, a good population of large prey and a constant water supply.

Tigers are solitary (with the exception of mothers with cubs) although they may sometimes come together to share a kill. Unlike most other cats, tigers are fond of water and are strong swimmers.

Tigers are on CITES: Appendix I and are listed as endangered by the IUCN. They are illegally poached for their fur and other body parts, and have suffered from extensive habitat loss. The Chinese tiger (P.t.amoyensis) and the Siberian tiger (P.t.altaica) are under extreme threat of extinction.

Why Tigers with Discovery Initiatives?

All our small group tiger safaris are led by expert naturalists and wildlife researchers, and are planned in cooperation with a nominated conservation partner. We believe that this approach is unique to Discovery Initiatives and gives you a privileged insight into the natural world - something not possible with conventional tiger spotting holidays.