Eagles of the Hortobágy Photography Holiday
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.
Eagles of the Hortobágy - 24th - 29th Jan 2027 - £2499 - 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.
Keen wildlife photographers of all levels of experience are invited to join Robin, a member of the NaturesLens guiding team, for our 5 night Winter Eagles of the Hortobágy photography holiday in Balmazújváros within Hungary. You will photograph the many White-tailed Eagles that spend winter in this vast area.
This trip, scheduled for 24th – 29th January 2027, has an itinerary designed to photograph the many White-tailed Eagles that spend the winter in this vast area.
Throughout this trip, the locations should provide opportunities to capture images of a number of species including
Photographic opportunities, at the locations found on this trip, should provide opportunities for capturing images of various species, including Common Buzzard, Common Crane, Eastern Imperial Eagle, Red Fox, Rough-legged Buzzard & White-tailed Eagle.
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Winter Eagles of the Hortobágy
The Hortobágy National Park in Hungary is known for its picturesque scenery & rich wildlife. It is also the home of the wintering Eagle, a majestic species that can often be seen soaring in the sky against the backdrop of the beautiful Hungarian landscape. The Winter Eagles visit the Hortobágy from early autumn to late winter each year, & their presence is an important part of the Park’s ecology.
The most popular subspecies of these birds is the White-tailed Eagle, which can range in size from 10-20 inches & weigh up to 8 pounds. The White-tailed Eagle is a fierce predator with powerful talons & a curved bill to pluck fish out of the water. They also have superior eyesight & can spot prey from up to three miles away.
During winter, the White-tailed Eagles gather along the Tisza River in the Hortobágy National Park, where they feed on fish, small mammals, birds, reptiles, & amphibians. They also scavenge for carrion left by other predators. The Eagles typically hunt alone or in pairs, using their large wingspan to soar above the water in search of food.
The Winter Eagles of the Hortobágy are a magnificent sight & symbolize the biodiversity of the National Park. Visitors can observe these beautiful birds from a safe distance & appreciate their natural beauty.
The species observed on this holiday help shape the NaturesLens winter photography portfolio, illustrating the diversity of wildlife moments available throughout the winter period. Further inspiration can be found within our winter wildlife photography tours.
See also: Photographing the Hungarian Eagles of the Hortobagy National Park
This trip is one of our wildlife photography holidays in Hungary & 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 at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport - transfer to Balmazújváros
- Day 2 - Day 5 - Full-day of Photography from fixed hides within the Hortobágy National Park - overnight in Balmazújváros
- Day 6 - Return to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
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.
- Unique photo-through panorama hides
- All day photography sessions
- Opportunities to capture eagles in flight, fighting, calling, running & posing
- Visit a large Long-eared Owl day roost
- Comfortable accommodation overlooking a beautiful soda lake teeming with birds
- 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 1:5
- Guided by Robin Lowry 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 cold conditions
- Warm layers for early mornings & evenings
- Footwear for very cold conditions
- Warm hat & gloves
- Sunglasses
Suggested camera equipment for the opportunities expected.
- DSLR or mirrorless camera body
- Spare camera body
- Spare batteries, charger & memory cards
- Super-telephoto lens (e.g. 400mm, 500mm, 600mm, 800mm)
- Tripod, monopod or bean bag
- Lens cleaning kit
- Camera backpack or suitable carry-on bag
- Laptop or storage device for image backup
What's Included & What's Not Included On The Eagles of the Hortobágy Photography Holiday
Before booking the Eagles of the Hortobágy 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
- Park fees
- Hide access
- Permits
- Meals on a full board basis
Some items & services are not included in the trip price.
- International flights
- Camera equipment
- Travel insurance
- Visas
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- All drinks
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.
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.
Capture images with us whilst on a wildlife photography holiday in Hungary, during January 2027, focused on Eagle photography with winter behaviour focus.
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.