07 Nov - 10 Nov 2024

PLACES AVAILABLE

PHOTOGRAPHING THE ELUSIVE IBERIAN LYNX

It was once the rarest cat on the planet - a jewel in the crown for any serious wildlife photographer!

07 Nov - 10 Nov 2024

PLACES AVAILABLE

Capturing the elusive Iberian lynx on camera is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. These majestic felines are one of the rarest and most endangered big cats in the world, with only an estimated 2000 left in the wild. Our exclusive photography tours take you deep into the heart of the Iberian Peninsula, where you'll have the chance to witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Led by experienced wildlife photographer, Victor Soares, with the assistance of local guides and personnel, this tour provides unparalleled access and the best possible chances of sighting and photographing the elusive Iberian lynx. Don't miss your opportunity to immortalize this incredible animal through your lens - join us on an unforgettable adventure.

GROUP SIZE

MAX 5 PARTICIPANTS

DURATION

4 DAYS

ACCOMMODATION

Lodge Near Hides

MEETING POINT

Malaga Airport, Spain

Dates

Thursday 07 November 2024 - Sunday 10 November 2024

Duration

Four Days, Three Nights

Price (pp sharing - required in full 6 weeks before departure)

£1250.00

Non-refundable Deposit (required with booking)

£300.00

Single Supplement

Available at a cost, please enquire

Group Size

5 participants + 1 leader

Meeting Time and Place

From 11:00 Malaga Airport, Spain

Note on Transportation

If you would like me to investigate a flight for you then please let me know. This can ensure that we have a smooth meetup or are all on the same flight. I will investigate this for you and provide you with options - but you need to do the booking yourself.

Transportation from airport to guest house (and return) is included

Exertion Level

Easy

WHAT TO EXPECT

Group Size: max 5 participants

Each hide will accommodate up to 4 people ensuring that there will plenty of room in the hides that we will occupy. A small group allows for a more personalised and intimate experience, and I will rotate amongst all the participants as much as possible. I aim to be available to all the participants throughout the tour and will assist with any question that may arise.

What to bring (this will not be provided by your host)

Your photographic equipment - check recommendations
Any medication you may need for the duration of the tour.
We will be sheltered by the hides, but may be able to explore on foot and in “safari” so adverse weather may be something we need to be concerned with - please bring what you would consider to be suitable clothing.
Optional: Binoculars
NOTE: You will NOT sleep in the hide. A comfortable bed ad lodge await you every night!

Walking during the workshop

There may be some short walks when approaching the hides and you may want to explore some of the areas close to the lodging, on foot. Apart from this, there should be no further strenuous walking.

Transportation and Parking

Transfers between the airport (Malaga) and the guest house is included. As is the transportation from the guesthouse to the hides. We don't envisage that any other transportation may be required.

Food

A wholesome dinner and a continental breakfast are provided. We will also be able to stop at shops to buy anything you may prefer. Meals are served at the guest house - any allergies and special requirements will need to be advised and arranged prior to departure.

Photographic Experience

Whatever your knowledge and experience, you are welcome! All levels of photography are catered for.

DETAILED ITENARY

Thursday : 07-Nov : Day 1 : Arrive + Hide

We arrive at the our accommodation at around midday, unload our baggage, get introduced to our hosts and a little induction – then we get ready for our first hide session!

Friday : 08-Nov : Day 2 : Hide

We envisage two hide session with a break for lunch and also a post-processing talk and demonstration. This is informal and depending on action with the cats may be done later in the evening as well ... we will play it “by ear”

Saturday : 09-Nov : Day 3 : Hide/Safari

Much the same as the previous day, we envisage two hide session with a break for lunch and also a post-processing talk and demonstration. This is informal and depending on action with the cats may be done later in the evening as well ... we will play it “by ear”

We may also be able to undertake a “safari” or “walk” in the surrounding areas looking for the cats and other wildlife – this remains at the discretion of our host.

Sunday : 10-Nov : Day 4 : Hide + Fly home

One final time in the hide and we plan to leave around lunch to return home.

Tuition, Field Craft, Techniques

I will be available all the time to discuss any techniques, camera setting or field craft that you may need help with. Two sessions are given to help everyone with the aspects of this photography trip - a technical session on Day 2 to prepare you for the photographic sessions and a post-processing session on Day 4 to help you think about how you will edit your photos and produce your final images.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation in a lodge (on site) for 3 nights on a shared basis
Transfer from Malaga Airport to lodge and back
Daily escort by qualified, local guide to the photo hides
Half board: Breakfast and Dinner
Coffee and tea available is generally available
Two post-processing workshops with "take home" content
On-site help and tuition as required and possible

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Lunch
Any drinks
Off-site accommodation before or after this photo tour
Personal travel insurance (recommended)
Property insurance (recommended)
Anything not specifically mentioned in the "included" section above

RECOMMENDED KIT

Your photographic equipment of choice

a telephoto lens (200mm - 600mm)
a wide lens (35mm or less)
tripod or beanbag
flash (optional)
a pair of comfortable walking boots
Weatherproof clothing (just in case)
A rain cover for camera/lens (just in case)
Water bottle
Torch (optional)

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