RED DEER PHOTO TOUR
IN HIIUMAA ISLAND ESTONIA
I am offering you the opportunity to come with me on a Red deer photography experience to Hiiumaa island. The goal of the tour is to give you the experience what it feels like to spend time among these majestic animals and also photograph and observe them in the middle of wild nature.
I have been photographing the Red deer in Hiiumaa for the last 7 years.
The stories and experiences that I have taken home with me every year are so special that I wanted to give others also the opportunity to experience these special moments by themselves.
The photo tour is very limited and intended for only 2 PARTICIPANTS. Therefore, we have a greater opportunity to experience the real moments that Hiiumaa nature is offering to us.
TO WHO IS THIS TOUR INTENDED FOR?
The trip is intended for all those who would like to take part in photographing the Red deer or simply observing them and see how the whole process really looks like in nature. No, we don't just sit in a photo hide for 2 days. We move around in nature and in between we may end up in places that you would most likely never go to on your own. It is from places like this that I have had the sweetest experiences.
HOW DOES IT ALL WORK?
We go into nature two evenings and two early mornings. We travel from our accommodation to different locations by car. Then we leave the car behind to make minimal noise and continue on foot. In the evening, we usually start a few hours before sunset and wait until the Red deer stags start sending their first roars into the sky and move out to open fields. This gives us information on where to find them and we act accordingly.
In the mornings, we move out when it is completely dark outside and begin to listen in the same way, where the Red deer roar and move. All that because when the sun starts to rise, we would already be in position to observe or photograph them. The mornings last as long as nature offers us experiences that we can enjoy through photographs or with our own eyes.
Daytime is free time. Since the days start early in the morning, daytime can be used for resting, exploring Hiiumaa or just relaxing and chatting.
Throughout the trip, I will share my knowledge and experience with you that I have gained over
7 years of photographing the Red deer. I like to say about the whole process that we become a bit like ninjas, trying to get close to the animals unnoticed and either simply observe or photograph their activities.
We will discuss all the detailed activities on site before going on the first evening trip.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Most of the time we move around the terrain by foot, and there may be moments where we have to jump over ditches or move through hip-deep grass and even through slightly wetter areas.
CLOTHING:
Darker (black, brown, green) tones work better and help you stay more unnoticed.
Waterproof hiking boots or rubber boots will come in handy. Also camouflage clothing if available.
GEAR:
If possible and available, you can use and try out some SIGMA lenses.
WHAT ELSE WE CAN SEE?
Since autumn is already starting to take shape at this time, in the mornings we may be greeted by fog covering various fields. When the morning light hits the landscape, it is a truly golden moment. In addition to Red deer, we may also see roe deer, moose, raccoon dogs, foxes, owls and different birds.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
It is important to understand that when we wander around in nature, we do not control nature.
In this regard, nothing is guaranteed in nature. However, it has never happened in a year that I came home from a Red deer photography trip from Hiiumaa completely empty-handed. :)
PRICE AND REGISTER
The price of the photo tour is
350€ per participant.
Your place on the tour is confirmed by transferring the full payment.
PRICE INCLUDES:
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Guidance throughout the photo tour (photography and when moving outdoors in nature).
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Best Red deer photo locations.
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Theoretical lecture and knowledge about photographing the Red deer and their behaviour.
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Cozy accommodation.
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Light breakfast, snacks, coffee / tea.
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Transportation between accommodation and photo locations.
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If available, chance to try out some SIGMA lenses.
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
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Ferry tickets and personal transportation costs.
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Lunch and dinner (It is possible to cook in accommodation).
2027 PHOTO TOUR DATES WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN SPRING 2027.
The tours will be held between 12-19th of September.
NB! If you would like to be the first one to get to know the tour dates before I announce them to the public then you can join the priority list down below. You will be among the first ones to get the dates.
2027 RED DEER PHOTO TOUR
PRIORITY LIST
