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Estonia remains a hidden gem for wildlife photographers, offering untouched landscapes and rich biodiversity. In winter, snow-covered forests and frosted wetlands create a magical setting where birds and mammals stand out in striking contrast against the white backdrop.
This exclusive tour centers around a brand new state-of-the-art hide complex, purpose-built with photographers in mind, and located in one of Estonia’s most wildlife-rich regions. You will have exclusive access to the hide complex including five specialist hides, each connected to each other and designed to provide comfortable, silent, and unobtrusive shooting environments. Although in its infancy, these hides have already proven successful in attracting a wide variety of bird and mammal species, including white-tailed eagle, Eurasian sparrow hawk, Northern goshawk, Eastern marsh harrier, rough-legged buzzards, common buzzards, multiple species of beautiful woodpeckers and woodland birds, and mammals including fox and racoon dog.
With a small group size, expert guidance, and the comfort of a nearby hotel in the heart of the Otepää Wilderness, this small-group experience offers hands-on tuition and exceptional opportunities to expand your portfolio in one of Europe’s most pristine winter environments.
At the current exchange rate. Please note final quote might vary slightly
During your stay in Estonia, you'll be based at Hotel Karupesa, a comfortable and well-located hotel nestled in the scenic town of Otepää. Surrounded by forests, rolling hills, and nature trails, it’s an ideal setting for nature lovers and photographers alike. Just a short distance from nature reserves and birding hotspots, Hotel Karupesa offers cozy, renovated rooms with modern amenities, onsite restaurant and bar, buffet or continental breakfasts, a fitness center and a relaxing lounge with a fireplace– the perfect place to unwind after a day in the field. With on-site saunas, a drying room for gear, and a peaceful atmosphere, it provides both comfort and convenience as your base for exploring Estonia’s rich birdlife.Â
Alan Hewitt is a wildlife and conservation photographer, writer, and workshop leader. Mainly driven by his appreciation for and fascination of wildlife, Alan’s aim with his photography is to document our natural world and use this as a tool for conservation. His work has been used to support wildlife conservation organisations in Kenya, as well as ones closer to his home in the UK, including campaigns to save nature reserves that are home to iconic and endangered species. Alan is an official UK ambassador for FUJIFILM.
Our photo tours and safaris will take you to the right place, at the right time, to get that epic shot. You'll be guided by a professional photographer, who will help you take your photography to the next level, and we keep our trips exclusive by traveling in small groups. Whether it's in Kenya's sprawling savannahs, Yellowstone's snowy interior, or the jungles of India, your journey will be filled with photography magic.
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