From  £1685
per person
Tour Highlights
  • Benefit from the knowledge and skills of Jonathan, our in-house photography expert
  • Frame diverse forest landscapes for unique photographs of bears
  • Explore Ljubljana’s compact city centre
  • Observe and capture pictures of mother bears and cubs from purpose-built photography hides
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Wild Slovenia: Brown Bear Photography Tour

5 Day Tour, from £1685 per person
Itinerary Dates
2025
16 Jun  -  20 Jun

Get ready for a unique wildlife photography journey across Slovenia! This group tour is designed to enhance your skills while exploring stunning landscapes and Ljubljana's charm. You'll wander the quaint streets, then head to the southern Dinaric Alps for a two-day bear-watching experience.

Through-out, our expert, Jonathan Moffat, will share valuable photography tips as you aim to capture mother bears with their cubs from purpose-built hides. Enjoy wildlife spotting in a serene retreat surrounded by pristine forests. Don’t worry if you lack equipment; photography gear will be provided throughout the tour. Join us for this unforgettable adventure!

"I’ll help you kickstart your photography passion, teaching you about your camera and its best use. For more advanced learners, I’ll assist with composition to enhance your skills and unlock the next chapter of your photographic journey. Let's take your photography to new heights together!" – Jonathan Moffat, Europe Travel Specialist

 

Why not explore more of the country with the possibility of extending the trip to more picturesque destinations in Slovenia like Bled. Speak to our Travel Specialists today to begin planning this extraordinary adventure.

*Please note: Wildlife is cautious; patience is key. Hides lack toilets, may require ladders, and fitness is needed. Itinerary may also change.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1
FLY TO LJUBLJANA
FLY TO LJUBLJANA

On arrival in Ljubljana, you’ll be transferred to The Best Western Premier Slon, where you’ll stay overnight. Relax and unwind after your journey, and spend your free time exploring and wandering the streets of the compact city of Ljubljana. Later in the day, you’ll meet with our Travel Expert, Jonathan, who’ll be your tour guide.

Accommodation
Best Western Premier Hotel Slon
DAY 2
LJUBLJANA TO LOSKA DOLINA
LJUBLJANA TO LOSKA DOLINA

Enjoy a delicious breakfast this morning before exploring more of the charming old towns, culture-rich museums and striking architecture of Ljubljana. As the mid-afternoon approaches, you’ll be transferred to the southern Dinaric Alps (which will take around one hour), ready to check in to your hotel. Then in the evening, savour a traditional Slovenian dinner. Our local guide together with Jonathan will provide an overview of the upcoming activities and share important hide etiquette for bear-watching photography. (B,D)

DAY 3
SLOVENIANBEARS
SLOVENIANBEARS

Spend the afternoon engaged in brown bear photography sessions from the purpose-built hides. Some hides are just a few kilometres from the guesthouse, while others are slightly further away. Each hide offers unique settings, allowing you to capture pictures of different bears and picturesque landscapes, ensuring a variety of photographic opportunities. (B,L,D)

DAY 4
SLOVENIANBEARS
SLOVENIANBEARS

Continue your photography sessions in various hides across the forests of the Notranjska Region. The settings include Dinaric Karst Forest, a spruce forest with moss-covered rocks, overgrown grass with pine trees and junipers, and forest clearings. Each location is carefully selected to provide diverse and stunning backdrops for your bear photography. (B,L,D)

DAY 5
FLY TO THE UK
FLY TO THE UK

This morning, enjoy some free time before a mid-afternoon transfer to Ljubljana ready for your flight back to the UK. (B,L)

Pricing Information

5 day tour, from £1685 per person
(Single person supplement + £190)

Price Includes

  • Return flights from the UK to Slovenia
  • Accommodation throughout in 3* hotels and guesthouses on B&B basis
  • Meals as specified (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • All transfers and transportation
  • Excursions and sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Services of a Regent tour leader throughout who is proficient in photography

 


Price Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • Additional meals and drinks
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Photography equipment

Price Includes

Price Excludes

Itinerary Dates From Price Single Room Supp.  
16 Jun 2025
-
20 Jun 2025
£1685 £190

Tour Route Map


  1. Slovenia, Ljubljana

Tour Accommodation

Best Western Premier Hotel Slon
Best Western Premier Hotel Slon
Best Western Premier Hotel Slon The Best Western Premier Slon (Slon is the Slovenian word for elephant!) is located in central Ljubljana, in the pedestrian zone.The hotel fits in line with the......

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