Finland Wolves Photo Tour
Available for individual booking
Southeast Finland is considered the mecca of wolf photography in Europe. When the snow has melted in mid-May and the sun, which is long on the horizon, covers the landscape in warm colors, there is an exciting time for wolf photographers.
The photo trip to Kuhmo offers animal photographers the opportunity to meet wolves, wolverines, bears, eagles and possibly even lynxes up close over five days. In huts near the Russian border, we wait for the animals to arrive in the late afternoon . Since there is almost 24 hours of daylight in May in Finland, the animals can arrive in our forest clearing at any time. It is always important to be on guard and have the camera ready to shoot. We spend the whole night in the observation huts and only return to our hotel in the morning. After breakfast we first catch up on our night’s sleep and then set off again in the late afternoon for a photo stalk.
My Finnish partner has various hideaways in Kuhmo and Joensuu. Which huts and in what order we will visit cannot be determined until the beginning of May. This depends very much on the weather and the animals› areas of movement. A precise travel plan is therefore only available shortly before the trip.
Trip Details
Dates
on request / May-September / (7 days)
Destination
Kuhmo, Finland
Number of Participants
minimum 2, maximum 4 people
Cost
CHF 3’950 per person (in a double room)
Questions
WhatsApp +41 79 772 49 93
Day 1
Flight to Kajaani or Kuopio (depending on options). Travel by car to Kuhmo and then check into the hotel. Getting Information about behavior in the hides and camera handling
Day 2-7
In the afternoon we drive to the Russian border. Walk to the huts. We spend the whole night in the huts and photograph what is happening in the forest clearing. Between midnight and three o’clock it is usually too dark to take photos. There’s time for a short nap. Photography continues at three o’clock. At around seven o’clock we leave the huts and make our way back to the hotel. After breakfast we catch up on the sleep we missed. At around 2 p.m. we have lunch.
Day 7
After spending the last night in the huts, we are heading home today.
Looking forward to an exciting journey with lots of animal sightings!
Tour Leader
- Rolf Gemperle
IncludedInbegriffen
- Flight Zurich – Helsinki – Kajaani – Helsinki – Zurich (or via Kuopio)
- Overnight stay at the hotel with breakfast
- Local transport by minibus or car
- 5 x wildlife photography sessions in observation huts
- Photo coaching and tour guidance by Rolf Gemperle
Not included
- Cancellation insurance
- Travel accident insurance
- Food and drinks
- Single room additional charge CHF 240
Is this the tour for you?
- Yes, if you appreciate nature and photography
- The wolf is a very shy animal, so a lot of patience is required when observing it!!!
- On my trips, guests with all camera brands are welcome (Nikon, Canon, Sony, Fuji, Panasonic, Olympus, …)
- Photography beginners and professionals are equally welcome.
Recommended Photo Equipment
- A camera with good noise properties is recommended for this trip. Fast lenses from 400mm are an advantage. The huts have mounting screws for your tripod head or gimbal. A bean bag as an alternative that also makes sense. The equipment includes a sleeping bag, rain gear and boots. You will receive a more detailed equipment list after registration.
- Do you still need the right lens for this trip? At Graphic Art you can rent lenses and cameras from Nikon and Sony at top prices. Let me know your if you need help.
