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Natural Wonders Photography
Tylwyth Teg
Llanigon
Hay on Wye
Hereford
HR3 5QA
United Kingdom
Natural Wonders Photography
Tylwyth Teg
Llanigon
Hay on Wye
Hereford
HR3 5QA
United Kingdom
Natural Wonders Photography provides the opportunity for everyone from complete beginners to professionals to experience the wonders of the natural world in many different locations in the UK and overseas. All locations are chosen to enable you, the guest, to obtain great images from the best possible position and settings. Our aim is always for you to have a great experience in a relaxed and friendly way.
Having had to cancel this trip in 2020 due to Covid we had high expectations to meet and it did not disappoint. Ranthambore is a stunning National Park with such a variety of scenery. Our guides Ash and Sajid were so skilled at tracking and spotting wildlife and ensuring we were in the perfect position to get photographs. It was such an amazing experience to come across our first Tiger, Arrowhead, calmly walking along marking her territory. We also saw the stunning female Noori, impressive male Ganesh and Riddhi and her cubs. It is such a privilege to be able to watch these amazing cats in their natural environment. While the Tigers were our main focus we saw so much more - Langur monkeys kept us entertained while we waited for the gates to open, A sloth bear and her cub wrestling on the path was a really special treat and there seemed to be so many species of Owl. The hotel was lovely, staff so friendly and food really tasty. Janette was always on hand to ensure everything ran smoothly, she is a great tour guide, looking after us all so well and giving advice when needed. She is also great company - I haven’t laughed that much in ages. I would thoroughly recommend this trip and will be going again as soon as possible.
The day started with Dean baiting up the area around the pool and we were set up in the very comfortable hide complete with gimbal heads, a kettle and supplies and a portaloo! A wide variety of birds quickly arrived including bullfinches, jays, tits and many others. We were able to take shots on the pool itself but also on the surrounding farm objects creating very natural props. Dean kept in touch with us via a radio handset.
We the went on to photograph the harvest mice on a variety of stems and twigs. We were very impressed by Dean’s ethical approach in not directly handling the mice – they had their own transportation tube which they seemed to like. We did have a quick rainstorm during this session and so some of our mice ended with spiky butch haircuts!
We the went back for a final session in the hide.
We ended up with a wide variety of high quality images and were well pleased with the day. We would very much like a return visit!
Before the trip, I was anticipating long hours in cold hides, waiting for a fleeting glimpse of a bear. However, on our first night in the main hide, I was pleasantly surprised when the bears arrived in numbers and stayed throughout the course of the evening. (This was also the case on our last night in the evening hide.) During our time at Martinselkenen, we also spent a couple of evenings in the swamp and forest pro-hides, which provided a more dramatic setting in which to photograph the bears that wandered through (if a slightly more challenging environment in which to do so). I also found the daily walks through the ancient forest to the hides a unique and memorable experience in itself.
Janette and the staff at the attractive, family-run centre are friendly and experienced, and I would have no hesistation in recommending this trip to anyone. We’re already looking forward to our next trip with Natural Wonders Photography.
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View Photography Experience CalendarWhy should I use Natural Wonders Photography?
We make every effort we can to make sure that your trip is enjoyable and fun. We want you to go away with fond memories and some great images.
What camera do I need?
Any camera! You can use a compact camera to an all singing and all dancing state of the art DLSR with lenses to match.
The aim of our tours and workshops is you to learn a little about the natural world and to ENJOY your photography without getting too bogged down in the technical side of photography.
All of our tutors are there to help you with all aspects of photography and will be on hand for you during each tour.
What about the weather?
We have no control over this! it is of course never 100% certain, so we do have alternative locations and things planned for such eventualities. It’s worth remembering though that sometimes angry skies give the most dramatic results!
What do I need to bring?
You will receive a full list of ‘essentials’ of both equipment and clothing when you sign up for a photo workshop or tour. It is all pretty standard stuff.
How do I book?
Please book by completing the booking form on the website. If you have difficulties please contact us and we can email a form to you.
How do I pay?
By Bank Transfer, Cheque or Paypal please. The links are shown on the booking form. We will let you know how much is due for payment and when it is due. You can pay by credit card via Paypal. Balance payments made through Paypal will incur a 5% surcharge.