{"id":16517,"date":"2026-02-09T11:02:18","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T11:02:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jonathangiovannini.com\/in-the-bear-forests-tour-slovenia-9-12-july-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-03-05T09:55:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T09:55:56","slug":"in-the-bear-forests-tour-slovenia-9-12-july-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jonathangiovannini.com\/en\/in-the-bear-forests-tour-slovenia-9-12-july-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"In the Bear Forests TOUR SLOVENIA 9-12 JULY 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Brown bear photography tour. A full immersion experience from the best photo hides nestled in Slovenia’s endless forests. <\/p>\n\n

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DATES AND PARTICIPANTS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

DURATION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 Days and 3 Nights<\/p>\n\n\n\n

DATES<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 9-12, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 Participants<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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DETAILS AND ACTIVITIES<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

DIFFICULTY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PREPARATION AND EQUIPMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No excursions or other strenuous physical activities are planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MODALITY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photography from a shed<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cost and Tour Leader<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TOUR LEADER<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Matteo Gaglio<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STARTING FROM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u20ac1590<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PAYMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u20ac540 deposit upon registration and balance due 60 days before departure<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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HOW TO BOOK?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Scroll to the bottom of the page<\/strong> and fill out the contact form,<\/strong> asking for more information<\/strong> on the event or confirming<\/strong> your participation. You will be quickly contacted on Whatsapp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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DESTINATION:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Four days immersed in Slovenia’s incredible wilderness. Small villages, endless forests, and an eerie silence create the perfect habitat for Europe’s main mammals, which find refuge and tranquility in these woods. Wolves, foxes, lynxes, wildcats, and, above all, the brown bear, the undisputed king of these forests. With one of the highest densities in Europe, the brown bear population here is thriving, making Slovenia one of the best destinations for photographing this magnificent animal. Nestled among these forests are small wooden cabins, nestled in the greenery, offering unique experiences. Join us to explore these areas and experience unforgettable moments. <\/p>\n\n\n

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DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It will be a four-day nature photography<\/strong> experience with a professional photographer at your side. Six photo sessions from a hide, dedicated to observing bears and birds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the next four days, we’ll explore various locations for European brown bear sightings, during the ideal time of year when they’re most active and cubs are most likely to be spotted.<\/strong> Bear activity is predominantly in the afternoon, so we’ll use the mornings to photograph other interesting subjects, where we’ll have access to shelters with watering holes dedicated to birds and small mammals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cabins, located deep in the forest yet easily accessible on foot, make this trail accessible to everyone. Slovenian forests are home to a wide variety of European mammals and birds. With a bit of luck, in addition to bears, for which the chances of sighting are almost 100%<\/strong> , we’ll be able to see and photograph dozens of bird species and perhaps other mammals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us for this unforgettable photographic adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Photo Sessions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We plan 6 photo sessions: 3 at sunrise and 3 at sunset.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sunset sessions will be dedicated to the brown bear, while the dawn sessions will be dedicated to birdlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll also have free access to a lit night hide<\/strong> to photograph small nocturnal mammals such as badgers, hedgehogs, martens, and perhaps, with a bit of luck, owls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why will we use hides? Hide photography is the ideal method for capturing close-up images of wild animals without disturbing their natural routine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hides we will use have been specially designed to provide comfort during photo sessions and maximize sighting opportunities. We have adopted strategies to eliminate odors, soundproof the space, and use special glass that also ensures visual isolation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the huts, we will be able to use photographic heads placed in pre-built accommodations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The large side windows will allow us to observe the outside world without being seen from outside. This means that in addition to taking photographs, we can enjoy the natural spectacle just a few meters away. <\/p>\n\n\n

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LOCATION:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You’ll stay in welcoming accommodations located in a small village nestled in the green Slovenian forests, with full board. In the morning, we’ll spend time at the small bird watching huts near the accommodation, where we can observe red squirrels, woodpeckers, dozens of passerine species, and, with a little luck, even foxes, roe deer, and birds of prey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every afternoon, we’ll travel to the brown bear observation huts, hidden among ancient beech forests and imposing limestone formations, in an atmosphere of surreal silence. Thanks to priority access to the best locations, we’ll maximize photographic opportunities, ensuring ideal conditions for sightings. <\/p>\n\n\n

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DAILY PROGRAM<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
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Day 1<\/summary>\n