Kestrel 1st of May - 30th of June
You are sitting inside a barn, a giant hide, from where you can observe the beautiful kestrel.
For over 10 years we have had breeding kestrels in the nest that sits on the outside of the barn.
You will sit almost 3 meters up, on a platform, to see the bird at eye level. The kestrels land on a large branch, about 9-10 meters from the barn, where they sometimes mate, pass food or sit and groom themselves. It´s amazing to observe their behavior and get nice pictures up close. Remember they are shy birds so you have to move the lens carefully.
We recommend lenses from 200 mm to 500 mm, depending on your photography style. A zoom lens is a good option. The frequency and duration of their visits can be unpredictable. However, they visit the branch regularly and if they are undisturbed, they can stay for a long time.
At Wild Nordic Sweden, every small project has a conservation role and a goal. Kestrels play an important role in the ecosystem. These birds help control agricultural pests, such as voles and mice, as they make up a large part of their diet.
More info:
We will welcome you at the Wild Nordic gallery and give you information about the species and the activity before we go on site.
The barn is located in the field around 400 m away from our welcome gallery. This activity is made for one person at a time, so you will get your own private photo session.
You will sit almost 3 m up on a platform to get the eye level view of the bird. You have to be able to safely climb on a ladder.
When you set up your equipment we recommend you to use the gimbal head and the extra camo scarf that we provide.
Price: 700 SEK per person
Booking and the season
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Season: 1st of May - 30th of June.
All days of the week except Monday. - 1st - 20th of May the meeting time is at 07:00 or 14.00
- 21st of May - 30th of June we meet at 15:00
For good light conditions we propose early morning or late afternoon sessions.
Booking terms and conditions
- All bookings are made through the booking system, when you click on "Book activity". You will get a confirmation and all information by e-mail.
- If you add the rebooking guarantee for 29 SEK when you make your reservation, you can rebook your tour for another date without any cost, up to 72 hours before it takes place.
- A fee of 300 SEK will be charged for cancellation up to 40 days before arrival.
- Cancellation between 39 days & 15 days before arrival will be charged 25% of the total amount.
- 100% of the total amount will be charged at cancellation 14 days or less before arrival date.
To think about
- You must be comfortable climbing a ladder to a platform closer to 3 meters above the ground.
- Pack everything in a backpack so you have both hands free to climb the ladder
- You will use a gimbal head including plate that we provide. Your own tripod will not work.
To bring
- Clothes according to the weather
- Food and drink for the time in the hide
- Camera (300-500 mm lens)
- We can arrange tea/coffee on site so that you get as hot as possible with you.
