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Destinations for nature photographers

In-depth guides to the world's most photogenic locations — species, seasons, gear and photo tips.

Varanger — Arctic Birdlife at Northern Europe's Edge
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Norge

Varanger — Arctic Birdlife at Northern Europe's Edge

Photograph sea eagles, kingfishers and arctic birdlife in the Varanger Fjord, Europe's northernmost coast.

Best months Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
havsörn, kungsfiskare, arktiskt ljus
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Svalbard — Polar Bears and Arctic Wildlife
arktis
Norge

Svalbard — Polar Bears and Arctic Wildlife

Photograph polar bears, walruses, and Arctic foxes in Svalbard's dramatic ice landscapes.

Best months Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
isbjörn, valross, arktisk räv
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Finland — Brown Bears and Wolves in the Midnight Sun
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Finland

Finland — Brown Bears and Wolves in the Midnight Sun

Photograph brown bears, wolves and wolverines from hides at the Finnish-Russian border under the midnight sun.

Best months Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
brunbjörn, varg, järv
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Canada — Great Grey Owls and Arctic Wildlife
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Kanada

Canada — Great Grey Owls and Arctic Wildlife

Photograph Great Grey Owls, Snowy Owls and wolves in Canada's vast winter landscapes.

Best months Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
fjällugglor, snöugglor, varg
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Spain — Vultures, Spanish Imperial Eagle, and Iberian Lynx
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Spanien

Spain — Vultures, Spanish Imperial Eagle, and Iberian Lynx

Photograph Europe's most dramatic birds of prey and the rare Iberian lynx from specially built hides.

Best months Feb, Mar, Apr, May
gamar, spansk kejsarörn, lodjur
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Hungary — Europe's Best Bird Photography Hides
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Ungern

Hungary — Europe's Best Bird Photography Hides

Photograph bee-eaters, rollers and raptors from specially built hides in the Hungarian puszta.

Best months Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct
biätare, blåkråka, rovfåglar
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Norway — Sea Eagles, Moose, and Arctic Light
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Norge

Norway — Sea Eagles, Moose, and Arctic Light

Photograph Norway's dramatic nature with sea eagles in Lofoten, moose in the forests, and northern lights over the fjords.

Best months Jan, Feb, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
havsörn, älg, nordiskt ljus
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Zimanga — South Africa's Best Photo Hides and Safari Experience
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Sydafrika

Zimanga — South Africa's Best Photo Hides and Safari Experience

Everything about photographing wildlife in Zimanga Private Game Reserve, South Africa. World-leading photo hides, safari vehicles with low-angle platforms and Big Five.

Best months May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
fotogömslen, Big Five, gamar
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Mana Pools — Elephants standing on hind legs & walking safaris
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Zimbabwe

Mana Pools — Elephants standing on hind legs & walking safaris

Everything about wildlife photography in Mana Pools, Zimbabwe. UNESCO World Heritage site with unique elephants, wild dogs, lions and walking safaris.

Best months Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
elefanter, vildhundar, lejon
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Pantanal — The World's Best Place for Jaguar Photography
sydamerika
Brasilien

Pantanal — The World's Best Place for Jaguar Photography

Everything about photographing jaguars and wildlife in Pantanal, Brazil. Seasons, equipment, species and photo tips.

Best months Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
jaguar, fåglar, kaiman
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Costa Rica

Costa Rica

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Kenya

Kenya

Wildlife photography worldwide

Focus Photo Tours has compiled in-depth guides to the world's best destinations for nature photographers. Each guide provides detailed information about species, best seasons, difficulty levels and concrete photo tips from our experienced guides.

Whether you dream of jaguars in the Pantanal, elephants in Mana Pools or polar bears on Svalbard — here you'll find everything you need to plan your next photo tour.