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Wild Italy – Gran Paradiso

Five days of nature photography immersed in the magical winter atmosphere of the Gran Paradiso National Park.

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Wild Italy – Gran Paradiso

Days

From 11th to 15th December

Max participants

6 participants

Price

 1.490

6 in stock

Destination

The Gran Paradiso National Park extends over 70,000 hectares of high mountain territory, between the 800 meters of the valley floor and the 4,061 meters of the Gran Paradiso. The park develops in 4 valleys and occupies two regions. It is the oldest national park in Italy, established on 3 December 1922. From a naturalistic point of view it is one of the most interesting parks in Italy, with 68 species of vertebrates of which 52 mammals and 101 nesting birds. Among these, the most significant is undoubtedly the ibex, symbol of the park, but in addition to it it is also possible to observe the Alpine chamois, the fox, the variable hare, the ermine and in recent years also the wolf. Among the birds, the presence of the golden eagle and the bearded vulture should be highlighted. From a photographic point of view the park has no equal. The breathtaking environment, in full Alpine style, offers wonderful views and details. The great density of animals greatly stimulates photographic creativity, giving us the opportunity to experience truly unforgettable moments. In winter the park is completely covered in snow and ice. A silent and wild park that each of us should know.

Dates and participants

Duration

5 Days and 4 Nights

At your place

From 11th to 15th December

Number of participants

6 participants

Trip details

Overnight stay and meals

Included in double room

breakfast, dinner

Photographic activities

Difficulty

🟡 Medium

Preparation and equipment

Snow excursions are planned

Mode

Traveling photography

Cost and Tour leader

Tour leader

Michele Bavassano

Sharon Vanadia

Starting from

 1.490

Payment

€500 deposit upon registration and balance 60 days before departure

The tour in detail

Immerse yourself for five days in the nature photography of the Gran Paradiso National Park, surrounded by the magical winter atmosphere. We will explore the best areas of the park, looking for suggestive scenery and animals in the splendid snow-covered alpine valleys. The park offers breathtaking environments ideal for photography, especially in winter, when it is possible to observe and immortalize numerous species including ibex, Alpine chamois, foxes, variable hares, golden eagles and bearded vultures. A professional photographer will be at your side, sharing technical and naturalistic experiences to optimize the use of equipment and improve your photographic skills. Throughout the day, we will learn basic and advanced shooting techniques to achieve creative images. After sunset, we will analyze the day's shots and do post-production sessions to optimize the files. The objective is to provide participants with knowledge of biology and photography, to practice this passion with respect for nature and with adequate technical skills to take excellent photos in any situation. It will be an intense and engaging experience, which will make you discover a new dimension of nature photography.
The photography sessions will take place in the morning and at sunset, mainly with traveling photography activities. We will explore the most iconic places of the Park, immersing ourselves in an experience in harmony with nature. The intense days will keep us in the field from dawn to dusk, with practical sessions on basic and advanced shooting techniques to obtain creative and unique images. Obviously, as in every workshop, we will dedicate a part of the workshop to carry out a complete post-production lesson, to optimize each shot from noise reduction, contrast management, colors and export for print and the web. In addition to capturing beautiful photographs and having an unforgettable experience, the focus of this workshop is to showcase the field approach of experienced professional photographers, revealing the secrets of stalking and wildlife photography.
For this tour we will stay overnight at the foot of the park, at the entrance to the three main valleys. The photographic outings will be daily and we will only use the hotel for breakfast and dinner, while the lunches will mainly be packed or, depending on the conditions, we could also use the facilities in the mountains for hot meals. The overnight stay will be in double rooms, with the possibility of requesting a single room.

 

Day by day program

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

Day 1

◦ Meeting point 2.00 pm Hotel. Precise information will be communicated after registration. ◦ Short presentation and discussion with projection on the basic wildlife photography techniques and the fauna and environments of the park. ◦ Drive until sunset to Cogne, in Valnontey, one of the main valleys of the Gran Paradiso National Park. ◦ Dinner at the hotel based on typical products.

Day 2

Day 2: ◦ Meeting at 07.30 am and breakfast at the hotel. ◦ Transfer to Rhemes-Notre-Dames and departure for a hike (route of medium difficulty) in search of the fauna of the park. ◦ 1.00 pm break for packed lunch (free). ◦ 2.30 pm resumption of photographic activities until sunset. ◦ Dinner at the hotel based on typical products.

Day 3

Day 3: ◦ Meeting at 07.30 am and breakfast at the hotel. ◦ Transfer to Valsavaranche and departure for a hike (route of medium difficulty) in search of the fauna of the park. ◦ 1.00 pm break for packed lunch (free). ◦ 2.30 pm resumption of photographic activities until sunset. ◦ Dinner at the hotel based on typical products.

Day 4

Day 4: ◦ Meeting at 07.30 am and breakfast at the hotel. ◦ Moving towards Cogne and departure for the hike from “Valnontey”. ◦ 1.00 pm break for packed lunch (free). ◦ Transfer to an area of your choice from those visited in the previous days. ◦ Dinner at the hotel based on typical products.

Day 5

Day 5: ◦ Meeting at 07.30 am and breakfast at the hotel. ◦ Post-production session using the shots taken during the workshop ◦ 1.00 pm Lunch, handover of certificates and greetings

Other information:

The organizers reserve the right to change the program for the sake of a better photographic experience; please note that in case of bad weather the event may be subject to change

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

Michele Bavassano

Passionate about nature, he travels in search of the perfect shot, exploring pristine areas around the world. Through his camera he tries to share moments and emotions. Michele defines his photography as “A search for art in nature”. He works as a professional photographer and proposes events in the most interesting and important destinations in Italy and abroad. His images have been used by Discovery, BBC, ENEL and have been published in numerous magazines around the world.

Sharon Vanadia

Born in Rome in 1994, she showed a strong sensitivity towards nature from a young age. Graduated in Biological Sciences and specialized in Biodiversity and Ecosystem Management, she became a professional photographer. He leads nature workshops and tours around the world, combining his passion for biology with nature photography. With years of experience in the field, she is followed internationally for her work and dedication to nature conservation.

What's included

All nights in a double room
Breakfast and dinners in the hotel
Assistance from two professional nature photographers for the entire duration of the workshop
Discussions on basic and advanced nature photography techniques
Introductory lessons on the biology and ethology of the species present in the Park
Frontal post-production course dedicated to nature photography in the central hours of the day
7 photographic sessions (4 sunrises and 3 sunsets)

What is not included

Transfers on site
Transfer to and from the airport
Lunches
Single room (€200 supplement)

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.
We will be able to organize a transfer from Milan airport or otherwise the ideal solution if you do not have a vehicle is to rent a car to reach the destination. The roads are usually easily passable with classic winter tyres.
For this event we recommend a main lens of at least 300mm effective. Other than this, shorter lenses can be useful for wider images or landscapes. If you don't have a long lens, you can rent one during the registration process. Contact us for any need.
Dress in layers for temperatures ranging between -10° C and 15° C, boots, rain and snow cape, tripod, raincover for the camera and mat to lie on the ground. Sunglasses and protective cream. Snowshoes and snowshoes are highly recommended (rental available).
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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