WOLFS AND WILDCATS OF SPAIN

WITH PHOTOGRAPGER TOM SVENSSON

COUNTRY: Spain PHOTO TYPE: Wildlife LENGHT: 6 days DATES: September 2-7 2025 GROUP SIZE: 7-8

WOLVES AND WILDCATS OF SPAIN

WITH PHOTOGRAPHER TOM SVENDSSON

Next year, you can join me in Spain to photograph the Iberian wolf, which is regularly found in the mountain ranges of northwestern Spain. Moreover, you won’t need to sit in hides to photograph the wolves, making it much easier to capture various angles in your pictures. As an added bonus, we will also photograph wildcats

Tom Svensson

Join us on a journey through the untouched nature of Spain and capture the fascinating wildlife that many are unaware of. Explore the heart of the Cantabrian Mountains with the aim of photographing the Iberian wolf, known as one of the best places in the world to photograph wild wolves without a hide, often getting as close as 100-150 meters. Seeing these beautiful animals in their natural habitat is a unique experience, and during the trip, we will also photograph European wildcats in one of the best areas on the Iberian Peninsula, observing them from hides. Don’t miss this chance to embark on a unique journey and photograph the Iberian wolf without a hide, along with the European wildcat, all in northern Spain’s stunning Picos de Europa National Park.

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TOUR HIGHLIGTS

Opportunity to photograph the Iberian wolf.
One of the best places in the world to see wolves in the wild.
Multiple field sessions to track and photograph wolves.
Excellent area for photographing wildcats.
Opportunity to photograph wildcats from hides.
Northern Spain’s beautiful and rugged landscape.
Highly knowledgeable trackers.
Tom Svensson’s participation throughout the trip.
Workshops led by Tom Svensson.

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COUNTRY: Spain PHOTO TYPE: Wildlife LENGHT: 6 days DATES:September 2-7 2025 GROUP SIZE: 7-8

Next year, you can join me in Spain to photograph the Iberian wolf, which is regularly found in the mountain ranges of northwestern Spain. Moreover, you won’t need to sit in hides to photograph the wolves, making it much easier to capture various angles in your pictures. As an added bonus, we will also photograph wildcats

Tom Svensson

Join us on a journey through the untouched nature of Spain and capture the fascinating wildlife that many are unaware of. Explore the heart of the Cantabrian Mountains with the aim of photographing the Iberian wolf, known as one of the best places in the world to photograph wild wolves without a hide, often getting as close as 100-150 meters. Seeing these beautiful animals in their natural habitat is a unique experience, and during the trip, we will also photograph European wildcats in one of the best areas on the Iberian Peninsula, observing them from hides. Don’t miss this chance to embark on a unique journey and photograph the Iberian wolf without a hide, along with the European wildcat, all in northern Spain’s stunning Picos de Europa National Park.

TOUR HIGHLIGTS

Opportunity to photograph the Iberian wolf.
One of the best places in the world to see wolves in the wild.
Multiple field sessions to track and photograph wolves.
Excellent area for photographing wildcats.
Opportunity to photograph wildcats from hides.
Northern Spain’s beautiful and rugged landscape.
Highly knowledgeable trackers.
Tom Svensson’s participation throughout the trip.
Workshops led by Tom Svensson.

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DESTINATION

The Cantabrian Mountains in northwestern Spain are an extension of the Pyrenees, stretching 480 km along Spain’s northern coast towards the Bay of Biscay. Within this mountain range lies the stunning Picos de Europa National Park, known for being one of the best areas in the world to see Iberian wolves in the wild. The diverse ecosystem of grasslands, forests, cliffs, and shrubs in these areas provides the perfect habitat for wolves, wildcats, and bears. Join Zoom Photo Tours to explore and capture the beauty of this unique natural landscape.

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Explore more about the destinations we visit during our tour

LÄS MER

The Cantabrian Mountains in northwestern Spain are an extension of the Pyrenees, stretching 480 km along Spain’s northern coast towards the Bay of Biscay. Within this mountain range lies the stunning Picos de Europa National Park, known for being one of the best areas in the world to see Iberian wolves in the wild. The diverse ecosystem of grasslands, forests, cliffs, and shrubs in these areas provides the perfect habitat for wolves, wildcats, and bears. Join Zoom Photo Tours to explore and capture the beauty of this unique natural landscape.

ITINERARY

3-7 SEPTEMBER 2025

DAY 1, (Sept. 3) – ARRIVAL AND INTRODUCTION
We gather at the airport in Madrid, where you will be met by Tom Svensson and a host from Zoom Photo Tours. After approximately a four-hour drive through the beautiful Spanish countryside, we arrive at Tierra de la Reina Hotel near Riaño. The small community is beautifully situated right next to the mighty Riaño reservoir, which has a circumference of 100 kilometers. When the reservoir was built in the 1970s, no fewer than nine villages were submerged, and their inhabitants relocated to Nuevo Riaño – New Riaño. After checking in, it’s time for a welcome dinner and a presentation about the coming days and the photo adventure that awaits us. (D)

DAY 2-5, (Sept. 4-7) – WOLF AND WILDCAT PHOTOGRAPHY
During these days, we will explore the beautiful nature of northern Spain, focusing on photographing the Iberian wolf and wildcat. To encounter the wolves, we will hike and explore the hilly areas and valleys that make up the Cantabrian Mountains. Here, the chances of seeing and photographing wolves in the wild without hides are greatest, as the wolves often venture into the valleys. Together with Tom and our experienced tracker, we will keep a lookout, and although nothing is guaranteed with wild animals, wolf packs are regularly seen, sometimes from just 100-150 meters away. When photographic opportunities arise, Tom will be available to provide personal guidance, tips, and advice.

Our second main goal for the trip is to photograph wildcats, and the area we will be photographing in is considered to have the highest density of wildcats in Spain. With their experience and knowledge of the area, our trackers will lead us to the best spots for wildcat photography. It is not uncommon to see up to six cats a day, often from hides.
We will also have the opportunity to photograph griffon vultures and Egyptian vultures from hides.

When we are not photographing, we will review our pictures and work on photo editing, as well as receive constructive critique to take with us to the next photo session. Of course, we will also enjoy delicious Spanish food. (B, L, D)

DAY 6, (Sept. 8) – PHOTOGRAPHY AND DEPARTURE
In the morning, you will have yet another opportunity to encounter the Iberian wolf and use the knowledge you have gained over the days to take the last photos of the trip.At lunchtime, we will leave the hotel for transfer to Madrid airport for onward travel on your own. (B)

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Our itinerary for the tour

2-7 SEPTEMBER 2025

Day 1, (Sept. 2) – Arrival and Presentation
We gather at the airport in Madrid, where you will be met by Tom Svensson and a host from Zoom Photo Tours. After approximately a four-hour drive through the beautiful Spanish countryside, we arrive at Tierra de la Reina Hotel near Riaño. The small community is beautifully situated right next to the mighty Riaño reservoir, which has a circumference of 100 kilometers. When the reservoir was built in the 1970s, no fewer than nine villages were submerged, and their inhabitants relocated to Nuevo Riaño – New Riaño.
After checking in, it’s time for a welcome dinner and a presentation about the coming days and the photo adventure that awaits us. (D)

Days 2-5, (Sept. 3-6) – Wolf and Wildcat Photography
During these days, we will explore the beautiful nature of northern Spain, focusing on photographing the Iberian wolf and wildcat. To encounter the wolves, we will hike and explore the hilly areas and valleys that make up the Cantabrian Mountains. Here, the chances of seeing and photographing wolves in the wild without hides are greatest, as the wolves often venture into the valleys. Together with Tom and our experienced tracker, we will keep a lookout, and although nothing is guaranteed with wild animals, wolf packs are regularly seen, sometimes from just 100-150 meters away. When photographic opportunities arise, Tom will be available to provide personal guidance, tips, and advice.

Our second main goal for the trip is to photograph wildcats, and the area we will be photographing in is considered to have the highest density of wildcats in Spain. With their experience and knowledge of the area, our trackers will lead us to the best spots for wildcat photography. It is not uncommon to see up to six cats a day, often from hides.
We will also have the opportunity to photograph griffon vultures and Egyptian vultures from hides.

When we are not photographing, we will review our pictures and work on photo editing, as well as receive constructive critique to take with us to the next photo session. Of course, we will also enjoy delicious Spanish food. (B, L, D)

Day 6, (Sept. 7) – Photography and Departure
In the morning, you will have yet another opportunity to encounter the Iberian wolf and use the knowledge you have gained over the days to take the last photos of the trip.At lunchtime, we will leave the hotel for transfer to Madrid airport for onward travel on your own. (B)

PHOTOGRAPHER

TOM SVENSSON – Conservation & wildlife photographer

Tom Svensson is a world known conservation photographer. Toms major driving force in life is conservation, and he travels regularly around the world to document endangered species, anti-poaching and illegal trading of animals. His skill as a photographer is to take pictures that touch people and makes a difference, here is seen as one of the best in the world. Tom is the only Swede elected into the IEPA, the International Environment Photographers Association. He is also a global Manfrotto ambassador and he is also in the Canon Nordic photographers program.

För mer information: www.tomsvensson.se

TOM SVENSSON – Conservation & wildlife photographer

Tom Svensson is a world known conservation photographer. Toms major driving force in life is conservation, and he travels regularly around the world to document endangered species, anti-poaching and illegal trading of animals. His skill as a photographer is to take pictures that touch people and makes a difference, here is seen as one of the best in the world. Tom is the only Swede elected into the IEPA, the International Environment Photographers Association. He is also a global Manfrotto ambassador and he is also in the Canon Nordic photographers program

För mer information: www.tomsvensson.se

HOTELL

HOTEL TIERRA DE LA REINA***

PRICE, FACTS & BOOKINGS

PRICE, FACTS & BOKNINGS

Price per person: £ 2 770 or USD 3 500

Included in the price:

Transport as per the program.
Accommodation in shared double rooms at the presented hotels.
Meals as per the program (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
Photo activities as per the program.
Access to hides.
Participation of photographer Tom Svensson.
Lectures and photo editing sessions with Tom Svensson.
Presence of a host from Zoom Photo Tours.
Local trackers.
Hotel and other local taxes and fees.
Travel documents and practical travel information.

. Excluded from the price:

Single room supplement £ 270 or USD 340
Flights from Sweden to Spain.
Personal expenses, such as meal beverages, etc.
Tips for local guides, approximately 10 Euros per day.
Cancellation protection and travel insurance. For more information, see under “Other” on our website.

FLIGHTS

You should arrive in Madrid no later than 12:00 PM on September 2nd and not plan your return trip earlier than 5:00 PM on September 7th.

If you would like assistance with booking flights to Madrid, we are happy to help with this. Similarly, if you wish to arrive a day earlier, we can assist with booking a hotel.

FACTS

Target Group: Photographers interested in developing their skills in wildlife and nature photography.

Min/Max Participants: 7/8

Languages: Swedish, English

Exchange Rate: 1 Euro = SEK 10.97 (as of May 3, 2024)

Other: For more information about Zoom Photo Tours, terms of service, etc., see our website under “Travel information”

PHOTO GEAR

System Camera
A short zoom lens, such as 24-70mm.
Long telephoto lenses, 400/500/600mm.
A 2x teleconverter.
A tripod.
Several extra batteries and a charger.
A laptop with Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom.

BOOKING

You can book the trip by clicking on the button below. You are also welcome to call us on the phone +46 470 466 40 or email us at info@zoomphototours.com

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