Spring Birds of Lake Kerkini Photography Holiday
Single occupancy included · Travelling solo
Reserve with a deposit of £500
No payment is taken at enquiry stage. We confirm availability first, then send booking forms and deposit payment details. Please read our booking conditions and financial protection information before paying a deposit.
Spring Birds of Lake Kerkini - 24th - 29th May 2027 - £1999 - Single occupancy
No payment is taken at enquiry stage. We confirm availability first, then send booking forms and deposit payment details. Please read our booking conditions and financial protection information before paying a deposit.
Photographers of all levels of experience are invited to join Dan for this 5 night Spring Birds of Lake Kerkini photography holiday in Kerkini, Greece. You will photograph the amazing birdlife of Lake Kerkini as new life bursts into life around this wetland.
This 5 night trip, scheduled for 24th – 29th May 2027, has an itinerary designed for bird photography of the birds as we drift through their environment on our boat. This spectacle happens as spring takes over from winter & new life hatches in many nests around Lake Kerkini.
Over the 5 night trip, the locations should provide opportunities for capturing images of Bee-Eater, Bitterns, Black Storks, Cattle Egrets, Cormorants, Dalmatian Pelicans, Great Crested Grebes, Great White Egrets, Grey Herons, Hoopoe, Night Heron, Squacco Heron, White Pelican, White Stork & more.
Throughout this 5 night photography holiday, Dan, one of our photography guides, will be on hand to guide & lead you; Dan will be providing assistance & advice as needed & helping you develop your skills; he will help you capture images of the wildlife of Lake Kerkini with the impressive backdrop provided by the lake & surrounding mountainscape.
What birds live on or nest on Lake Kerkini?
The wetland is home to purple herons, black storks, Eurasian spoonbills, Dalmatian & white pelicans, grebes of varying types, various ducks, flamingos, glossy ibises, & the white egret. Birds that breed in the lake area that we will use for our photography include the whiskered & black tern, cormorants, little egret, black & white stork, Eurasian spoonbills, & of course, the Grey, Squacco & black-crowned night herons.
This trip is one of our wildlife photography holidays in Greece & part of our programme of European wildlife photography holidays.
The following is the proposed itinerary for this photography holiday, it should be considered provisional & subject to change.
- Day 1 - Assemble Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia - transfer to Kerkini - overnight in Kerkini
- Day 2 - Day 5 - Morning & afternoon photography of the birdlife of the lake from a boat - overnight in Kerkini
- Day 6 - Transfer to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia
We have taken care to refine the itinerary for this wildlife photography holiday; as such, we consider the following to be amongst the highlights of this tour.
- Morning & afternoon boat trips to capture images within this wetland paradise
- Possibilities for amazing silhouette shots at sunset
- Exclusive boat & experienced boatman who we have been using for 9 years
- Photography sessions at sunrise & sunset to make the most of the prime times of day for creative photography
- Cosy accommodation in a nearby hotel with stunning views of the mountains
- Stay for 5 nights on a full board, non-shared basis
- Single occupancy accommodation is provided at no extra cost to you
- Great guide to client ratio of no more than 1:6
- Guided by Dan for NaturesLens
What Do You Need To Bring With You?
The items listed below are intended as guidance rather than requirements. They outline optional & recommended clothing & camera equipment to help you prepare for the conditions & photographic opportunities you may encounter.
Clothing suggestions for the conditions expected.
- Clothing suitable for moderate temperatures
- Warm layers for early mornings & evenings
- Windproof & waterproof outer layers
- Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
Suggested camera equipment for the opportunities expected.
- DSLR or mirrorless camera body
- Spare camera body
- Spare batteries, charger & memory cards
- Wide-angle lens for landscapes & environmental images (e.g. 14-24mm, 16-35mm)
- Standard zoom lens for general wildlife photography (e.g. 24-70mm, 24-105mm)
- Telephoto zoom lens for wildlife photography (e.g. 70-200mm, 100-400mm)
- Camera rain cover or waterproof protection
- Lens cleaning kit
- Camera backpack or suitable carry-on bag
- Laptop or storage device for image backup
What images can I hope to capture during the Spring Birds of Lake Kerkini photography holiday
All the photos shown on this page are chosen from those contributed by Jane Kearney; she undertook the trip in 2022 & sent in almost 100 fabulous images from thousands she captured during her four days on Lake Kerkini.
Travel Insurance – it is a requirement when booking on any wildlife photography holiday scheduled by NaturesLens that you have adequate travel insurance, we suggest a policy from TrailFinders or Campbell Irvine.
What's Included & What's Not Included On The Spring Birds of Lake Kerkini Photography Holiday
Before booking the Spring Birds of Lake Kerkini Photography Holiday, we recommend reviewing what is included in the trip price, along with any items that are not. This helps ensure you have a clear understanding of what is covered, allowing you to focus fully on the photographic experience.
Most services & experiences are included in the trip price.
- Guidance from our experienced team members
- Accommodation on a Single occupancy basis
- Internal transfers
- Boat trips
- Meals on a full board basis
Some items & services are not included in the trip price.
- International flights
- Internal flights
- Camera equipment
- Travel insurance
- Visas
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- All drinks
NaturesLens photography holidays do not include flights unless it is explicitly stated on the event page. When it is time to book your flights, we will send you the details in plenty of time to allow for bookings at the best available price.
The photography holiday itinerary is subject to change & is to be considered provisional.
NaturesLens photography holidays require a minimum number of participants in order to be viable. If this minimum number is not met, the photography holiday may not go ahead.
In the event that the minimum number for a photography holiday to go ahead is not reached, NaturesLens reserves the right to cancel any given photography holiday. In that event 100% of monies received will be returned. However, NaturesLens is not responsible for expenses incurred by its customers.
Not all mentioned wildlife can be observed & photographed at all times of the year, thus some activities may be considered seasonal & not available.
Please note the cuisine on many of the NaturesLens photography holidays is authentic & typical of the region in which you are travelling. International or western cuisine is often NOT available. If you have any concerns over the food arrangements or have any special dietary requirements, please contact us prior to making a booking.
All personal luggage are the responsibility of the owner & we request that photography holiday participants limit their luggage to the equivalent of one suitcase, one flight bag, one camera bag & tripod. We do not wish to appear dictatorial in this matter & the request is made to ensure space & comfort for everyone in our vehicles.
NaturesLens & its agents act only as agents for the passenger in all matters relating to travel arrangements, & as such, do not assume responsibility for injury, accident, damage, loss, delay or irregularity which may occur via defect of transportation or any other cause.
NaturesLens reserves the right to substitute hotels, & other previously outlined arrangements as necessary, to either improve or equal the travel experience.
NaturesLens reserves the right to pass on to photography holiday participants any additional & unplanned expenditure incurred during a photography holiday, via events beyond the control of NaturesLens. NaturesLens reserves the right to accept or decline any person as a member of any photography holiday.
Payment of a deposit by photography holiday participants or their representative constitutes their acceptance of all conditions contained herein.
All bookings are made subject to our terms & conditions.
Travel to Greece with us for a wildlife photography holiday in Greece, May 2027, focused on Kerkini’s breeding birdlife with spring activity & colour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled answers to the questions we are most commonly asked about this photography tour, covering everything from accommodation, transport & group size through to photography opportunities, fitness requirements & what to expect in the field. If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to contact us – we’re always happy to discuss any aspect of the trip before you book.