Slovenia

Wildlife Photography Tours Slovenia

The travel and photography tours in Slovenia of Just Explorers will make you experience an adventure in the heart of Europe's wildest and most pristine forests, offering a unique experience of observation and photography of the European brown bearWith one of the highest densities of brown bears on the continent, Slovenia represents a ideal destination for nature photography enthusiasts.

Why choose Just Explorers wildlife photo tours in Slovenia?

Accompanied by professional photographers and expert guides, you will explore remote and fascinating areas, following routes designed to ensure the better lighting conditions and the greater chance of sighting. In addition to the brown bears, you will be able to observe and photograph wolves, lynxes, wild cats, deer, roe deer, hares and a rich one variety of avifauna, enriching your portfolio with unique and evocative shots.

Embrace the silence, feel the forest breathe: book your Wildlife Photo Tours in Slovenia

Bear Hides – Private Session
The photo sessions from the cabin offer the opportunity to observe and photograph the European brown bear in its natural habitat. Located in the forests of Slovenia, at border with Croatia, we have 8 different locations and more 30 professional photography hutsSessions take place daily from May 1st to September 1st, lasting until sunset. The huts are designed to ensure comfort and maximize sighting opportunities, with strategies to eliminate odors, sound insulation, and special glass for visual insulation.

In the Bear Forests – Photography workshop
This photography workshop of 4 days and 3 nights, which will take you in the forests of Slovenia at the European brown bear researchWith a maximum of 7 participants, you'll enjoy an exclusive and personalized experience, ideal for those who want to capture the true essence of wilderness.
The workshop includes 6 photo sessions from the cabin, dedicated to thebear and bird watchingDuring these days, we will explore different locations for spotting theEuropean brown bear, during the ideal period when they are most active and when it is easier to spot the cubs. The sunset sessions will be dedicated to the brown bear, while the dawn sessions will focus on birdlife. In addition, you will have free access to a lit night shelter For photographing small nocturnal mammals as badgers, hedgehogs, martens and, with any luck, nocturnal birds of prey.

FAQ

Slovenia has a temperate climate with regional variations. In the forests of the southern region, where nature photography tours take place, the average temperatures are:
Spring (April–May): between 7°C and 20°C, with cool nights and some rain
Summer (June–August): between 12°C and 28°C, with generally stable weather and favorable for bear watching
In forest areas, mornings can be very cool even in summer, especially inside the cabins.
For Italian and European Union citizens:
A valid identity card or passport is sufficient.
No visa required for stays of less than 90 days
Slovenia is part of the Schengen area, so entry is easy.
Tours in Slovenia are mainly held in photography huts and require equipment suitable for remote nature photography:
Telephoto lens (300mm to 600mm) for shooting European brown bears, foxes and other mammals
Medium zoom (e.g. 70–200mm) for environmental contexts and closer wildlife
Optional wide angle for landscapes at the edge of woods
Tripod or gimbal head, very useful in sheds
Spare batteries, large memory cards, rain or condensation protection
During the sessions, you are always accompanied by expert guides to optimize every shot.
Since the tours take place in nature and in fixed huts (even for many hours), clothing must guarantee comfort and insulation:
Layered clothing (thermal underwear, fleece, windbreaker)
Waterproof shell, essential in case of sudden rain
Durable trekking trousers
Waterproof mountain shoes
Hat, light gloves and technical socks, even in summer in the huts
Practical backpack with water, snacks, headlamp, sunscreen and insect repellent
All the useful details to best prepare yourself will be provided before departure.

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