Three Day Wildlife Photography Safari in North Norfolk
Cley on the North Norfolk coast
Our three day photo safari runs from November to early May. It offers some outstanding opportunities to photograph some of Britain’s most iconic wildlife. Seasonal opportunities will be taken advantage of whether it’s a Barn Owl hunting over a meadow in mid February or seal pups on a beach in November, the three days will be varied and designed to take maximum advantage of current opportunities. The itinerary below is an example of what typically you might expect, note in brackets the months for some subjects as not everything will be possible as it will depend on the season. Each three day itinerary will however include at least one night owl or Polecat session, extra sessions can be added if you wish.
Day 1
From November to early January we will make an early start and head to a Grey Seal colony. To access the colony requires a 1.5 mile each way walk on even ground. We will spend the morning photographing the seals (pups between November and early January) then have lunch at a cafe before going in to the Norfolk Broads where opportunities may include Short-eared and Barn Owl, Common Crane and Bearded Tit. From mid January to early May we will on day one be visiting roadbeds and heathland on the North Norfolk coast. The evening will be a night owls shoot or if you prefer and it is performing a Polecat. After a short break late afternoon we will re-convene at 6.30 and head to our feeding site where Barn Owls and possibly Tawny Owls can be photographed. Flash setups and tuition can be provided for this. If we do the Polecat this will be on day 2.
Day 2
We spend the day on the North Norfolk coast in search of a variety of subjects that may include geese including Pink-feet and Brent Geese, ducks, waders and wintering Snow Buntings and possibly Shorelarks. There may also be possibilities to photograph Adders (mid Feb onwards) Bearded Tit and there is always the potential for something unexpected. In spring subjects may include courting Avocets, Marsh Harrier, Dartford Warbler and possibly Spoonbill plus by late April arriving summer migrants.
Day 3
We spend the morning in David’s woodland hide then after lunch head to the coast on route looking for hares and geese. If late winter then if the weather is suitable we may spend the afternoon in search of hunting Barn Owls.
Times
Early November to early May. On our first day in winter we will depart from Holt or your accommodation at 7 am. Earlier starts in spring
Recommended Gear
Equipment that has a telephoto ability of at least 300 mm. We can supplement or supply a full Olympus kit for the day if required. Beanbags for photographing from our vehicle are supplied, if you normally use a tripod then please bring that with you.
Level of fitness
We cater for all levels of fitness, our hides can be driven to along a woodland ride and much photography can be achieved from our vehicle. However on an average day expect to make a number of short walks, some sites we visit may entail a 30 minute walk photographing along the way. The seal colony is 1.5 miles in each direction on a flat footpath.
Whats included
All transportation from an agreed pick up and drop off point, normally in Holt or Cley or depending on where you are staying we can pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation. Our full days include a cafe lunch during the middle of the day. For very early starts we will provide a snack. David will have water, tea and coffee and snacks available during the day.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included.
Dates
November to early May
Cost
One person
£1155.00 (10% discount for existing clients)
Two people
£1500.00
Deposit:
£100 per person payable at time of booking.
Ways to pay
Payment via bank transfer. The balance will be payable on the day and can be settled via these payment methods or in cash.
Booking
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