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Bear Week

Five days in search of the brown bear in the Carpathians in Romania.

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Bear Week

Days

From 21st to 25th August

Max participants

9 participants

Price

Original price was: € 1.390.Current price is: € 1.090.

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Destination

Embark on a photography adventure in the wild Carpathian forests of Romania, in search of the European brown bear. We will leave from Bucharest and head towards the majestic Carpathians, where we will stay in a structure surrounded by greenery. Photography activities will mainly take place in the car, with each photographer having their own window for unique shots. In addition to brown bears, we will be able to spot foxes, Ural owls, owls, dippers, buzzards, storks and squirrels. Thanks to the familiarity of bears with human presence, the chances of sightings are very high. We will not use photography huts, allowing us to freely explore the forests and enjoy a close-to-nature experience.

Dates and participants

Duration

5 Days and 4 Nights

At your place

From 21st to 25th August

Number of participants

9 participants

Trip details

Overnight stay and meals

4 nights in a 4-star hotel, double or triple room

breakfast

Photographic activities

Difficulty

🟢 Easy

Preparation and equipment

There are no excursions or other challenging physical activities

Mode

Safari – Stakeout

Cost and Tour leader

Tour leader

Jonathan Giovannini

Sharon Vanadia

Starting from

Original price was: € 1.390.Current price is: € 1.090.

Payment

€290 deposit upon registration and balance 60 days before departure

The tour in detail

It will be 5 days in the nature of Romania. Among forests, rivers and lakes we will move in search of Carpathian wildlife. The photographic sessions will be concentrated between sunrise and sunset and will mainly take place in "safari" style. Obviously we will be able to get out of the car on sightings and we will also balance this experience with excursions, looking for other inhabitants of the forest and if there is the opportunity also with camouflage stakeouts. The sightings can often be very close together and for this reason we think that this itinerary is an excellent alternative for those who don't like waiting in the hut or for those who are looking for a completely different experience.
For this tour we have planned 6 photo sessions, 3 sunrises and 3 sunsets. Each participant will always be accompanied by a tour leader who is an expert in the area. During the safaris each photographer will have a window seat in the car to guarantee the correct space for each participant. In addition to this, based on timetables and possibilities, we will be able to enrich the experience with other small activities on site, including landscape photography, excursions in the forest and much more. The days will be particularly long, giving us the opportunity to better explore the forests of this area.
The structure where we will stay is a 4-star hotel located on a spectacular lake, surrounded by greenery and with SPA services and games room, so as to be able to balance the photographic experience with relaxation. The hotel also has a bar and restaurant service. Meals will be organized day by day based on the planned activities and following the group's preferences. Lunches and dinners in these areas usually have an average price between €10 and €15. Each participant will be placed in double or triple rooms. The single room can be requested in advance and paying a supplement.

Detailed daily program:

Day by day program

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

Day 1

Arrival at Bucharest airport in the early afternoon and transfer to the reference hotel, accommodation in the rooms. Depending on the arrival time, an inspection of the area around us will be possible already in the early evening.

From day 2 to 4

Every day photographic activities will be carried out at different times of the day depending on the weather and the activity of the animals. Our target subject will be the brown bear, but with a bit of luck we will also be able to spot foxes and various species of avifauna.

Day 5

Wake up, breakfast and luggage storage for the return to Bucharest. Arrival is expected in the late morning in order to have ample time to reach the airport in view of the flights scheduled for early afternoon.

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

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.

Sharon Vanadia

Born in Rome in 1994, she has always shown a great passion for nature and photography. After obtaining a degree in Biological Sciences with a specialization in Biodiversity and Ecosystem Management, she decided to dedicate herself completely to her passion, becoming a professional photographer. He organizes nature workshops and tours around the world, combining his scientific knowledge with his artistic ability. Thanks to her experience in the field, she has become a leading figure in the industry, actively contributing to raising awareness of nature conservation through her art."

What's included

4 star hotel for 4 nights in a double room
Breakfasts
6 photographic activities (3 mornings / 3 afternoons)
Complete assistance from the team
Transfer to and from Bucharest-Otopeni airport
All transfers on site
SPA service in the hotel
Full time assistance from a professional photographer

What is not included

Extra Drinks
Lunches and Dinners
Single Room Supplement (€200)
Flights to Bucharest-Otopeni Airport

Frequent questions

Signing up will be very simple! Simply follow the booking procedure by clicking on "Book Now". Once you have entered your personal data and completed the payment of the deposit, your registration will be confirmed. You will then receive a confirmation email once the procedure is completed.
This itinerary offers a great experience from a photographic point of view, therefore any equipment is sufficient to take home excellent shots. Animals can be observed at all distances, therefore 70-200mm can already be enough to give satisfaction. Despite this, for portrait lovers the advice is to bring with you a focal length of at least 300mm. A medium tele and a wide angle can be useful if you are interested in photographing the landscapes and forests of Romania. Think you don't have the right equipment for this event? Don't worry, it is now possible to rent lenses and camera bodies for our events at a special price! An interesting catalog of lenses and cameras is available to all customers, which can be booked and collected directly on site, without deposits or credit cards. Contact me for more information
We recommend dressing in layers. There will be no long excursions and the activities will often take place from the car. More details on necessary and useful clothing will be communicated after registration.
Lunches and dinners in Romania can be very cheap. A substantial meal rarely exceeds €20, while eating more economically costs on average €10-15. By leaving meals free, the group can decide where and when to eat, both in the hotel and elsewhere. Additionally, this flexibility allows us to not have to return to the hotel for meals, leaving us free to plan daily activities and make changes to enhance the photography experience.
By booking via bank transfer to the organizers you accept the following clauses: 1. Since this is a pre-registration, the organizer will undertake 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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