Spot the Most Elusive Species with Untamed Traveling

National Wildlife Day, celebrated annually on September 4, raises awareness of endangered species and the importance of protecting them. Jozef Verbruggen, founder of luxury travel company Untamed Travelling, has observed a growing interest in journeys to spot some of the world’s most elusive animals. The company specializes in itineraries to lesser-known destinations, allowing clients to explore various ecosystems to seek them out responsibly, ensuring each encounter supports conservation efforts and respects their natural habitats. Some of these remarkable species include: 

Puma & Snow Leopard 

• Jozef explains that “the chance of spotting a puma was perhaps one in a hundred. Now it is many times bigger. We know where they are located and can make the dreams of seeing them in person come true.” Travelers can embark on a guided expedition through one of the most breathtaking national parks in Chile to spot these wild cats with the Cougars in Torres del Paine itinerary. 
• Expedition Snow Leopard features a snow leopard safari in the Himalayas, leading through rugged nature, on crumbling roads between mountains covered in eternal snow. 

Sumatran Orangutans

• Sumatran orangutans are a critically endangered species that spend nearly their entire lives high in the trees. Untamed Travelling's Round Trip Sumatra itinerary takes travelers deep into their natural habitat, offering the chance to learn how to spot these remarkable primates without disturbing the delicate ecosystems they call home. 
• In search of orangutans, nose monkeys, and other primates, travelers can walk in the shadow of the dense jungle in Sabah. As the company has access to many nature reserves and national parks, travelers can even visit the Sepilok Orangutan Reserve, viewing the great apes in a responsible, safe environment. 

Pangolins & Bongos 

• Navigating through one of the most mysterious and least visited regions in the world, the Mighty Congo River, takes travelers through landscapes featuring the endangered pangolin and bongo, one of Africa’s most endangered antelope species. 
• In every corner of Thailand, there are breathtaking nature reserves and national parks, such as Khao Sok, Kanchanaburi, and Doi Inthanon, offering more opportunities to spot the rare pangolin by boat or on foot.