Brown bear photography
4-day package
MOTHER & NEWBORN CUBS
In June, the days are at their longest, providing optimal light conditions for outdoor activities. July continues the trend of extended daylight hours, offering plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors. August brings slightly shorter days, but there is still an abundance of sunlight, especially during picturesque sunsets, perfect for capturing amazing photos.
With a little luck, you may have the opportunity to witness female bears with their adorable cubs from the current season. In a safe environment free from male bears, these playful cubs engage in plenty of action, wrestling and chasing each other for extended periods. It’s a delight to observe their lively antics and witness their boundless energy.
So, whether you’re enjoying the optimal light conditions in June, capturing breathtaking photos in July’s golden hour, or witnessing the playful adventures of fluffy bear cubs in August, each month offers its own unique charm and opportunities to cherish the beauty of nature.
Slovenianbears offers ideal sighting options, however, sightings cannot be guaranteed. Nature follows its own set of rules.
| Recommended Dates | Available places |
| 5 – 8 June 2025 | 8 |
| 23 – 26 June 2025 | 8 |
| 25 – 28 August 2025 | 8 |
| More dates available in “dates & prices section” | Private tours on request |
- The best opportunity to view Brown Bears in Europe
- Superb photographic opportunities
- High Density of Bears
- Escorted by a local Slovenian naturalist guide
PROGRAMME
Day 1
Arrival at Guest house in the midday
Afternoon: Meeting with guide, Check-in, Bear photography in hides
Meals: lunch, dinner
Day 2,3
Morning: After a hearty breakfast guests are free to explore the local area, making sure to arrive back at the guesthouse for lunch at 12PM or use our “water-station hide” for Bird photography (supplement 60€/person/day).
Afternoon: Bear photography in hides
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4
Check-out, Departure after breakfast.
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: CLICK HERE
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Group size: 2 – 8 guests
The price includes: Full board in a double bed, snacks, escort by a nature guide, photo hides fee
The price does not include: transport from the airport to the hotel, drinks.
Equipment needed: hiking boots, waterproof jacket, water bottle, torch.
Recommended photo equipment: camera, telephoto lens, beanbag, tripod head
Transportation to bear hides: we are asking you to follow us with your own vehicles to the bear hide locations.
About the guides
Miha Mlakar is the founder of the Slovenianbears.com network of bear photo hides and has a broad knowledge of wildlife.
He organises photo tours and workshops, cooperating with renowned European nature photographers.
| Dates | Price in double room | Price in single room | Available spaces |
| May 2025 | |||
| 19 – 22 May 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| 26 – 29 May 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| 29 May – 1 June 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| June 2025 | |||
| 5 – 8 June 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| 13 – 16 June 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| 17 – 20 June 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| 20 – 23 June 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| 23 – 26 June 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| 26 – 29 June 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
| 30 June – 3 July 2025** | 1390€ /person | 1490€ /person | 8 |
| July 2025 | |||
| 7 – 10 July 2025 ** | 1390€ /person | 1490€ /person | 8 |
| 10 – 13 July 2025** | 1390€ /person | 1490€ /person | 8 |
| 14 – 17 July 2025 ** | 1390€ /person | 1490€ /person | 8 |
| 17 – 20 July 2025** | 1390€ /person | 1490€ /person | 8 |
| 21 – 24 July 2025 ** | 1390€ /person | 1490€ /person | 8 |
| 25 – 28 July 2025 ** | 1390€ /person | 1490€ /person | 8 |
| August 2025 | |||
| 25 – 28 August 2025 | 1090€ /person | 1190€ /person | 8 |
** Package for professional photography – More infomation
Private arrangements possible on request.
PRIVATE TOURS
You can book hides between May and September.
Season starts on 5th of May and ends on 6th of September.
