Northern Sweden’s Eagles In Winter Photography Holiday
Full
Reserve with a deposit of £450
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.
Northern Sweden’s Eagles In Winter - 4th - 9th Mar 2027 - Full - 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 bird photographers are invited to join Conny & Robin for this 5 night photography holiday to capture images of Northern Sweden’s Eagles In Winter in Skellefteå, Sweden. You will photograph Golden Eagles & other forest wildlife from renowned hides in the Swedish forests.
The 5 night itinerary for this photography holiday has been designed to allow you to capture images of golden eagles & other forest wildlife.
Over the 5 night trip scheduled for 4th – 9th March 2027, the locations should provide opportunities to capture images of
Photographic opportunities, at the locations found on this trip, should provide opportunities for capturing images of various species, including Arctic Redpoll, Bohemian Waxwing, Common Redpoll, Eurasian Bullfinch, Golden Eagle, Northern Goshawk, Pine Grosbeak, Red Fox, Siberian Jay, Siberian Tit, White-tailed Eagle & Willow Tit.
& more should be possible.
Photographing these impressive birds within stunning forested & mountainous landscapes allows you to capture motion shots of the birds in flight, soaring above as they track prey, feed, & rest within their protected habitats.
This workshop is for 5 night & will include four full days of photography. We will travel to Skellefteå, Sweden, on the first day & spend the following days photographing eagles in Sweden from specialist hides before departing back to the airport in Skellefteå on day six.
Throughout this 5 night photography holiday, Conny & Robin, a member of the NaturesLens guiding team, will be on hand to guide & lead you; Conny & Robin will provide assistance & advice as needed & help you develop your skills. Conny & Robin will help you capture images of the Eagles in Sweden with the impressive backdrop of northern Sweden’s snow-covered forests.
What types of eagles will be photographed during this photography holiday?
In previous years, Conny & Robin & our guests have been able to add photos of golden eagles & white-tailed Sea Eagles to their image portfolios; in 2023, the two species clashed & fought in front of the hides, which made for spectacular imagery. Additionally, in some years, there have been opportunities to capture images of a northern goshawk visiting the area covered by the photography hides.
This trip is one of our wildlife photography holidays in Sweden & 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 Skellefteå Airport - transfer to a small village east of Skellefteå - overnight Skellefteå
- Day 2 - Day 5 - All-day photography from within the Golden Eagle hides - overnight Skellefteå
- Day 6 - transfer to Skellefteå 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.
- Four all-day photography sessions to make the most of changing light conditions
- Photographic hides positioned to capture the eagles both at ground level & in the sky
- Possibility to photograph other bird species such as bullfinch, jay & woodpecker
- Capture birds in flight, in their environment & interacting with each other
- Cosy accommodation in a nearby lodge
- 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 1:7
- Guided by Conny & Robin 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
- Windproof & waterproof outer layers
- Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
- 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)
- Camera rain cover or waterproof protection
- Lens cleaning kit
- Camera backpack or suitable carry-on bag
- Laptop or storage device for image backup
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.
Our guests were previously able to capture photos of both Golden Eagles & White-tailed Sea Eagles, but these were during separate visits. In 2023, however, there was a fierce fight between the two species in front of the hides, yielding some sensational photographs.
Other Wildlife that may be photographed during this photography holiday
It’s not just Golden or White-tailed Eagles; smaller birds such as Eurasian Bullfinches or Eurasian Jays visit the hide’s location, as do Red Foxes & Red Squirrels.
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.
Explore the itinerary for a photography holiday in Sweden, during March 2027, focused on photographing Golden & White-tailed eagles in snow from fixed hides.
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.