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Wild Italy – Abruzzo National Park

Five days of nature photography in the heart of the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park with formula Full Inclusive: overnight stays, meals and transfers to/from Rome included.

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Wild Italy – Abruzzo National Park

Days

September 10-14, 2025

Max participants

6 participants

Price

 500,00

1490€
1090€

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Destination

The Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park It is the oldest protected area in Italy and one of the most biodiverse in Europe. Located in the heart of the central Apennines, it offers vast and pristine landscapes of ancient beech forests, high-altitude meadows, deep valleys, and wild rivers.

This extraordinary ecosystem is home to iconic and rare species such as the Apennine wolf, The Apennine chamois, thegolden eagle and theMarsican brown bear, a critically endangered species that lives only here.

TO mid-September, the park becomes the stage for one of the most intense natural events in Europe: the deer's bellowingIt fills the valleys with deep echoes as males battle for supremacy and access to the harem. For nature photographers, it's a unique opportunity to capture authentic behavior in the warm autumn light.

Beyond its wildlife, the park preserves a rich cultural heritage, with timeless villages, stone houses, and a lifestyle still deeply rooted in nature. It's not just a photo opportunity, but a place where reconnect with the wild and discover one of the last great uncontaminated areas of Italy

Dates and participants

Duration

5 Days and 4 Nights

Dates

September 10-14, 2025

Number of participants

6 participants

Activity details

Overnight stay and meals

4 nights in a double room

breakfast, dinner

Photographic activities

Difficulty

🟡 Medium

Preparation and equipment

Hikes with elevation gains of up to 400m can be planned, so good physical condition and fitness is required.

Modality

On walk photography – Stakeout photography

Costs and Tour leader

Tour leader

Michele Bavassano

Sharon Vanadia

Jonathan Giovannini

Starting from

1490€
1090€

Payment

€500 deposit upon registration and balance 60 days before departure

Learn more about your experience

This five-day nature photography tour is designed to offer a complete and immersive experience in the wild nature of Abruzzo. From dawn to dusk, every moment is organized to ensure you have the best chance to observe and photograph animals in their natural habitat.

The base will be a welcoming 3-star hotel Located in a historic mountain village within the National Park. The stay includes half board, with early breakfasts And dinners based on Italian cuisine adapt to our schedules on the field.

All transfers are included, including the Private transfer to and from Rome Fiumicino Airport, in addition to all internal transportation within the park. You will be accompanied by a team of professional nature photographers and biologists, which combine technical support and ecological knowledge.

This experience combines intense photography sessions, comprehensive logistical support, and the opportunity to grow as a photographer and nature observer. Before departure, you'll receive a detailed PDF guide with all the travel information and useful luggage tips.

Photographic Activities and What You'll Learn

Each day begins at dawn with photo sessions on stakeout, using 3D camouflage equipment in the most promising areas. The main focus will be the season of deer's bellowing, but we will also try tracks of wolves, bears and chamoisAfter the morning sessions there will be time to rest and review the shots.

In the afternoon we will explore new areas of the park with guided excursions towards panoramic points or silent valleys. The sunset light It will offer ideal conditions for backlit compositions and potential close-up sightings. You will be constantly supported by professionals who will help you improve technique, light reading and visual storytelling.

During the tour you will also develop awareness in the field: you will learn to reading animal behavior, interpret the tracks, choose the best locations and practice ethical and respectful wildlife photography.

Before your trip, you will receive a complete PDF guide with a list of recommended equipment and preparation checklist.

Hotel and Transfers

During the workshop you will stay overnight in a 3-star hotel Located in one of the most charming villages in the National Park. The quiet and panoramic location is perfect for quick access to photography areas and for relaxing after intense days in the field.

The hotel offers half board with generous meals of the Italian tradition and flexible hours to fit your photography schedule. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi and nearby you will find essential services such as pharmacies, minimarkets and ATMs.

A is included Private transfer to and from Rome Fiumicino Airport, for which you won't need to rent a car or arrange transportationAll transportation between hotels and photo locations will be handled by our team.

Before the event you will receive an email complete information kit, with accommodation details, airport transfer instructions, and useful contact information.

Detailed plan

Find out how the days will unfold and what activities make up the tour

Day 1 - September 10

3:00 PM – Meeting at Terminal 3 for the meeting with the group and departure with Private transfer to the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park.

6:00 PM – Arrival at the hotel, check-in and presentation of the workshop by the team of professional photographers and biologists that will accompany the entire experience.

8:00 PM – Welcome dinner with local specialties from the Abruzzo tradition. Overnight stay at the hotel.

📍 Anyone who wishes can reach theHotel del Lago in Villetta Barrea in the afternoon of the first day, in time for the presentation and dinner.

Day 2 - September 11

Early morning wake up call and transfer to a selected location for the first stalking session at dawn. Using 3D camouflage gear, we will follow the deer roaring and, with a little luck, we will be able to observe wolves or bears.

Return to the hotel for the breakfast and free time for rest or review images snapped.

After the preparation of the packed lunches, we will return to the field for a 2–2.5 hour afternoon excursion, with difference in altitude between 500 and 700 metres, until reaching a new observation point.

Evening stalking session until sunset, followed by the descent and from the return to the hotel.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 – September 12

Wake up before dawn and short hike at dawn, in search of the large mammals as wolves and bears, using techniques of camouflage and silent approach.

Return to the hotel for the breakfast and a few hours of Relax.

Free time for lunch.

In the afternoon, exploration of the valley floors and wildlife corridors, with particular attention to the sighting of large and small mammals, practicing in traveling photographic techniques.

Return to the hotel in the evening, followed by dinner and overnight stay.

Wake up at first light of day and move to the valley for a mobile session dedicated to deer behavior and their morning activities.

Return for the breakfast, a moment of rest and the possibility of carrying out the backup and review of shots.

In the afternoon, after the preparing packed lunches, we will leave for aexcursion to a new location with altitude difference (2–2.5 hours). The stalking session continued until dusk.

Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 - September 13

Wake up before dawn and short hike at dawn, in search of the large mammals as wolves and bears, using techniques of camouflage and silent approach.

Return to the hotel for the breakfast and a few hours of Relax.

Free time for lunch.

In the afternoon, exploration of the valley floors and wildlife corridors, with particular attention to the sighting of large and small mammals, practicing in traveling photographic techniques.

Return to the hotel in the evening, followed by dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5 – September 14

8:00 – Complete post-production course led by the photography team: from RAW file to export for web and print, with a focus on noise reduction, contrast management, color correction And final image optimization.

10:30 – Final greetings and private group transfer to Fiumicino Airport, with arrival expected by 2:30 PM.

Tour leader. Find out who will accompany you on the tour

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Michele Bavassano

Passionate about nature, he travels in search of the perfect shot, exploring pristine areas around the world. Through his camera he tries to share moments and emotions. Michele defines his photography as “A search for art in nature”. He works as a professional photographer and proposes events in the most interesting and important destinations in Italy and abroad. His images have been used by Discovery, BBC, ENEL and have been published in numerous magazines around the world. ”.

Michele Bavassano

Passionate about nature, he travels in search of the perfect shot, exploring pristine areas around the world. Through his camera he tries to share moments and emotions. Michele defines his photography as “A search for art in nature”. He works as a professional photographer and proposes events in the most interesting and important destinations in Italy and abroad. His images have been used by Discovery, BBC, ENEL and have been published in numerous magazines around the world.

Sharon Vanadia

Born in Rome in 1994, she showed a strong sensitivity towards nature from a young age. Graduated in Biological Sciences, she specialized in Biodiversity and Ecosystem Management. Having become a professional photographer, she leads nature workshops and tours around the world, fusing her passion for biology with nature photography. With years of experience in the field, she is an internationally followed photographer.

Jonathan Giovannini

Graduated in computer engineering but his true passion has always been the mountains and photography. Over the years, his interest in exploring nature and capturing its beauty has transformed into a necessity. Always searching for the perfect moment, he strives to capture the magic of sunsets, wildlife encounters and the essence of the natural environment. He works as a professional photographer specializing in landscape and nature photography.

What's included

Assistance from two professional nature photographers for the entire duration of the workshop
All nights in a double room
Discussions on basic and advanced nature photography techniques
7 photo sessions (4 sunrises and 3 sunsets)
Breakfast and dinners
Transfers to and from Rome Fiumicino airport
Introductory lessons on the biology and ethology of the species present in the Park
Frontal post-production course dedicated to nature photography in the central hours of the day
All transfers in the Park
English language support

What is not included

Lunches
Single Room (200 euro supplement)

The places you will see during the trip

Discover all the places and views that you can admire during this trip. All the material shown here comes from our trips

Frequent questions

Signing up will be very simple!

Just follow the booking procedure by clicking on "Book now".

Once you've entered your personal information, you'll only be asked to pay for the workshop. Once this process is complete, your registration will be confirmed. You'll then receive a confirmation email once the process is complete.

Closer to the event, you'll be added to a WhatsApp group where you'll receive all the latest details.

 

A DSLR, mirrorless, or bridge camera with at least a 300mm lens is recommended. A tripod, extra memory cards, and a camera backpack are also useful.

A rental service for Canon, Nikon, and Sony camera bodies and lenses is available, which can be booked in advance through the organization.

Click here to find out about rentals!

Closer to the event, you'll receive a PDF with all the latest details on recommended photography gear!

Layered clothing, waterproof boots, a rain poncho, and neutral or camouflage clothing are recommended. A 3D camouflage poncho is recommended for stalking sessions (available for rental or purchase on-site, with advance reservation).

The tour price includes all the essential services for a complete and worry-free photography experience within the Abruzzo, Lazio, and Molise National Park.

– 4 nights in a 3-star hotel in one of the most charming villages of the park, with rooms equipped with all comforts
– Breakfast and dinner included every day, with Italian cuisine and flexible hours to fit photo sessions
– Private transfer to/from Rome Fiumicino Airport at the beginning and end of the tour
– All local transfers in the park, organized by our staff to easily reach the photographic areas
– Photo sessions every day, at dawn and dusk, accompanied by professional photographers and expert biologists
– Field assistance to improve photographic technique, ethical approach and light reading
– Complete pre-departure guide in PDF, with logistical information, recommended equipment list and practical advice

You won't have to worry about a thing: from logistics to photography assistance, everything is included to offer you an authentic immersion in the wild nature of central Italy.

By booking via bank transfer to the organizers you accept the following clauses:
1. Since this is a pre-registration, the organizer will endeavor to promptly communicate any possible change in the price of the tour, characterized by cost fluctuations. An annual price fluctuation of around 5% is highly probable. In relation to potential changes in the prices of ground services (for example changes influenced by fluctuating costs of electricity, fuel and more).
2. The price of the entire workshop will be paid by advance bank transfer or cash according to the procedures and deadlines established by the organizers.
3. In the event that the tour does not take place due to the organizer, the entire amount paid will be refunded.
4. In case of cancellation for personal reasons, the registration fee will be retained as a reimbursement of expenses.
5. In case of cancellation for personal reasons 60 days before departure, the entire balance of the tour will be required.

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