Cairngorms, scottish highLands
Only a handful of incredibly rare white stags have ever been seen in the wild in Britain this century, and last year one was spotted in the Cairngorms National Park. If you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of one in this glorious scenery too, otherwise you’ll have to make do with one of the hundreds of elegant red deer that roam around the classic Highland landscape. The Park is also home to a herd of reindeer, classic, shaggy-haired Highland cows (or coos, as they’re known here), wildcats and even wolves. Hike along the magnificent Great Glen Way or the South Loch Ness Trail for the best chance of seeing the wildlife.
Award-winning four-star hotel The Lovat is located right by the shores of Loch Ness, so you might even spot Nessie from your bedroom window… Rooms from around £95pn; thelovat.com