Testimonials

“Aigas is unique - the only place in the UK where you can see badgers, pine martens, ospreys, peregrines, capercaillie, beavers and much more all on one site - it is a matchless experience!”

Dr David Dixon

“Lovely scenery, lovely wildlife, lovely food & lovely people. Aigas is literally another – and better – world! A place to celebrate life.”

Bill Oddie, BBC TV Wildlife presenter

“There is a place which to me is heaven on earth – Aigas.”

Mary M Williams, Denver, Colorado

“Another excellent few days - I'll certainly be back!”

Monarchs of the Glen 2006 guest

“Thanks for a wonderful stay…it was a privilege to be welcomed so warmly into your home and enjoy such an abundance of hospitality....” Read full testimonial...

Martin Milton, 2006

“I always think of it as an enchanting and enchanted earthly blend of the Buddhist Shangri-La and the Celtic Tir-nan-Og, the Land of the Ever Young.” Read full testimonial...

Magnus Magnusson KBE

“The future of our wildlife is in our hands. At Aigas you can experience the joys and the excitement – and the wonder – of wild nature.”

Kate Humble, BBC Wildlife Presenter

“Aigas teaches through engendering a delight in and love of the Earth’s beauty. This is the absolute key and I salute their achievements.” Read full testimonial...

Prof. Aubrey Manning CBE, Broadcaster and Conservationist

“Your enthusiasm and commitment to wildlife and conservation has inspired so many people...” Read full testimonial...

Jamie McMillan, Director of The Travelling Naturalist

“The very best wildlife encounters need the very best optics. Swarovski is delighted to work with Aigas, Scotland’s celebrated nature centre, in your 30th year.” Read full testimonial...

John Brinkley, Managing Director Swarovski Optik UK

“I never cease to be amazed at just how many people that work for the environment in Scotland have benefited from the ‘Aigas experience'.” Read full testimonial...

Dr Jeff Watson, Conservationist and Golden Eagle Expert

“Each day was a wonderful and different experience with excellent staff who were friendly and enthusiastic. Hospitality par excellence!”

Monarchs of the Glen 2006 guest

“We would like you to know how much we appreciated the warm welcome, the comfortable lodges, the enthusiasm and expertise of the rangers and the unfailingly delicious meals.” Read full testimonial...

Raeden Ramblers, Aberdeen

“My week at Aigas was outstanding. Aigas buzzes with enthusiasm, personal commitment and delightful, old-world charm. A unique experience – deeply personal and fulfilling.”

Alfie Alcorn, Harvard Museum of Natural History

“Aigas was indeed a very enriching and enjoyable experience; surely one to be long remembered. Thank you all.”

Eleanor Lambert, Derby

“The badger hide was fantastic – the best holiday I’ve ever had!”

Ian Julien, Hayling Island

“The entire experience was outstanding! I left my heart at Aigas!” Read full testimonial...

John & Liz Daley, Ashford, Kent

“Everyone commented on the great food and accommodations throughout – but especially at Aigas Field Centre.” Read full testimonial...

Peter Roberts - Victor Emanuel Nature Tours

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Thank you for your hospitality! Meeting you and seeing what you are doing to give others a sense of the Scottish values of community and the importance of nature in human life has been a meaningful experience.”

Anne Davis

“That you gave so much of yourself in such a warm, loving and caring fashion, made me feel I was with my extended family.” Read full testimonial...

John Lipkowitz , New York

“Your staff’s local knowledge, enthusiasm and generosity of spirit contributed to a memorable holiday.”

Visitors from Shropshire

“We very much enjoyed the beautiful venue of the House of Aigas, the field trips – all together was outstanding and will be close to our hearts for a long time. However, you gave us much more – your kindness and open warmth, from all your staff.”

Marija Zupanic-Vicar, The World Conservation Union

“The newcomers all expressed their pleasure on the location and accommodation and especially the friendliness of the rangers whose expertise and knowledge of the locations we were taken to and of the birds and mammals seen was first class.”

Stan Bailey, Group leader RSPB Potters Bar & Barnet

“We had a delightful time and want you to know how much we appreciated the hospitality, friendliness, education, comfort, enthusiasm, and professionalism from you all. You made us feel a part of your extended family.”

R & P Barnes-Gorell

“It was clear that everything was aimed at making a stay at Aigas as superb as possible, from every aspect – the exceptional food, the fascinating field trips, the delightfully helpful and courteous rangers, staff and memorable time spent in the hides.”

Sally Ferrers, Somerset

“We had a wonderful time at Aigas. The lovely surroundings, the trips, and above all, the wonderfully friendly atmosphere of everyone really made the holiday. Many, many thanks.”

Pam Hobday, Dorset

“You made us so comfortable, thought of everything, kept us spellbound; your rangers and staff were so courteous and considerate; Aigas so exceeded our expectations, and then there were the birds … We shall be back you can be sure of that!”

Marion Fletcher, Guildford, Surrey

“It felt as though we were among old friends and we appreciated all that was arranged for us, not least beavers, badgers and pine martens! And the dinners!! We will be back.”

Anne & Michael Pickstock

“A wonderful place and experience, with the most luxurious and well-built hides I've ever seen!”

Monarchs of the Glen 2009 guest

“Within 15 minutes at Aigas I had seen a honey buzzard, an osprey and a beaver. Aigas lives and breathes wildlife and everyone who visits does the same.”

Kate Humble, BBC Wildlife Presenter

“We had a fab time with you, and really appreciated your flexibility...You and your staff are very knowledgeable..Your hides provided us with amazing sights of pine martens and badgers...nothing was too much trouble.”

K & G Edwards

“We dearly miss this home away from home. Many, many thanks for all your hospitality and information. Your attention to our group was quite remarkable and gave us all wonderful insight into this special land.”

Carol Bassett

“Treasured memories are the mouth-watering cakes, just waiting to be scoffed on our return from a day’s exploration and the magnificent sighting of the dolphins - a truly majestic experience.” Read full testimonial...

Nora & Rob Wilkinson, Leeds

“Aigas is a miracle - such a stunning combination of wildlife, professionalism and class. Thank you!”

Sam Goldsmith