Nature Photography Holiday
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Dates 5th - 12th June 2010. 2nd - 9th December 2010 Group size 6-8 Mininum age 15 years old
Responsible Photography Holidays is thrilled to include a short break nature photography holiday to some of Rwanda's exceptional nature and primates during a visit to two of Rwanda's stunning National Parks. Nyungwe is an ancient rain forest in the South West of Rwanda which is home to over 250 bird species, Colobus Monkeys and Chimpanzees. Whilst to the North, the slopes of the Volcanoes National Park is home to the Silverback Mountain Gorilla and Golden Monkeys. This is a holiday where you really do need to be fit as we'll be walking, trekking and tracking in forests, up mountains and through swamps, sometimes for a whole day. It might sound like hard work, but it's definitely worth it when you experience the sounds and sights of Africa's largest remaining Montane Forest or come face to face with a mountain silverback gorilla. These are once in a lifetime experiences.
More details here - Nature Photography Holiday and full itinerary on request.
Need to KnowMore details here - Nature Photography Holiday and full itinerary on request.
Please read the Rwanda essential travel info and FAQ's pages, and the information on the pages in the Reservations section. The minimum age for Mountain Gorilla Trekking is 15 years old.
Fitness Level
This
holiday requires a good level of fitness. The trekking in the forests
can be very steep, muddy and wet. We trek at a sensible pace, not
rushing and taking time with our photography, but even so, you do need
a suitable level of fitness and stamina to enjoy this holiday. With
the gorilla trekking, there is usually an option to trek to see a
gorilla family that has been spotted nearer by, but nothing is
guaranteed - by the time you get to where they were seen they could
have moved on - and gorillas move quite quickly! It is not unknown to
spend most of the day trekking before finding a gorilla family.
Remember, you are also carrying a backpack with water, camera equipment
and anything else you may need.
PhotographyThere
are wonderful photographic opportunities in Rwanda, BUT we do
have guidelines when it comes to photographing people and wildlife.
Full Details here - Nature Photography Holiday and Gorilla Trekking- PLEASE bear in mind that photographing the gorillas, or any primate, is not easy and can be extremely frustrating, especially if you need to get that little bit closer to get your shot and can't. Flash photography is not permitted. There's lots of vegetation, it might be raining or often it is dark because of the overhead canopy. As we've mentioned before on this website, sometimes the best memories are those we can't capture on camera.
- There are official restrictions on professional photography, the use of pro videos and filming. Permits are required. Please check with us if you have any concerns over the equipment you plan to take with you.
- We recommend a zoom lens with a minimum range of 18-200mm
- Before photographing people, please ask and please respect their answer. We also ask you to consider what you and how you use your do with your photographs when you return home.
The Fairtrade BIG SWOP fortnight 22nd February - 7th March 2010
Why not try some Rwandan Tea during THE
BIG SWOP fortnight? Swop your usual brand but do remember to check that local people definitely
benefit from your purchase by looking for the Fairtrade label. Watch the video for more info!
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