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The unbridled efforts
The unbridled efforts of David and Ian ensured that we were not short of anything. Everything was arranged down to the last detail or adjusted on the spot, so that we could focus optimally on our passion, nature photography.
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A wonderful trip!
A wonderful trip! Robin the course leader was the perfect mix of helpful, informative and funny, whilst also knowing when to let you just get on. The food and accommodation was great, especially the showers. As always on these kinds of trips, it's the birds and fellow photographers that make the trip memorable. Both of which were absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend it.
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Amazing Costa Rican birds and wildlife
This was my first time travelling with NaturesLens and my first real experience of wildlife photography - quite different to my usual travel and landscape photography - and I therefore had very little idea of what to expect. From a photographic point of view, I learned a lot in a short time about a completely new genre of photography. Both David, our main guide, and Ian, a regular NaturesLens guide who joined us for the first part of the trip, were patient and helpful. Jose, the local Costa Rican guide, was very knowledgeable about Costa Rican birds and wildlife and the locations we visited. The group size of six was ideal. We saw a variety of wildlife, with the emphasis on birds, viewed from hides, private viewing decks and three river boat cruises. Accommodation was in comfortable lodges, food was tasty and plentiful and we were driven around in a spotless minibus by the wonderful Tony, who was an absolute delight. The trip was well organised and any unexpected hiccups along the way were dealt with efficiently by David and Jose. Overall, a great photography learning experience for me and an opportunity to see some of Costa Rica's incredible wildlife.
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Perfection all the way
Everything was perfect! Well, everything APART from the fact that it had to come to an end.
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My husband and I went on the Dalmatian…
My husband and I went on the Dalmatian Pelicans of Lake Kerkini, Greece trip lead by Pui Hang. We had a fantastic time, the group we were with were incredible fun, the accommodation was great and the food in the taverna where we had dinner was amazing! We had so many opportunities to get some great shots of the Pelicans. Vassilis who was driving us around and running the boat side of things was incredibly knowledgeable and has a fantastic sense of humour. He was determined to point out a Wildcat to us, and we saw one late one evening. He also loved stuffing us with cakes and treats. He really has a heart of gold! I sadly came down with a bout of Tonsilitis during the trip and had to spend a day in bed. Pui Hang and Vasilis were wonderful, making sure I was OK and taking me to the emergency doctor very late one evening where I was prescribed some antibiotics. I very much appreciate the concern and care I received from both Pui Hang and Vasilis and taking time out of their own evening to make sure I saw a doctor and was cared for. Thank you so much, we cannot wait to book again with you.
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We were on the Dalmatian Pelican trip…
We were on the Dalmatian Pelican trip with Piu Hang, and it was superb. We had 4 days in various locations, some on land, some on water, with plenty of opportunities to photography pelicans from sunrise to sunset, with varying lighting and weather conditions. The food, and the hotel facilities were very good. Overall the trip was very well organised and led, and we had a fantastic local guide who put in 200% effort to make sure we had the best photo opportunities. The agenda and value for money with NaturesLens was perfect.
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Wildlife of Costa Rica Photography Tour
Great photography opportunity made even better by the care and attention provided by UK host David and local guides Jose and Tony. It certainly helped that the 6 members of the group were happy to accommodate each other and so got on well together and enjoyed each others company. Overall the tour exceeded my expectations. Accommodation was good, not luxurious but spacious and clean. Meals were good - please don't go expecting European/USA fine dining; rather go and enjoy the local cuisine. Photo opportunities were really good for me; bird photography, frogs and snakes. I really enjoyed and learnt a lot from the 2 flash photography sessions we had. I liked that days with an early start and full agenda were often followed by a day with some time for me to relax and enjoy the lodge we were staying in. I thoroughly recommend this tour, it's good value for money and so long as you do a bit of research into what to expect from Costa Rica before you go you're unlikely to be disappointed.
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Great trip with Pui Hang and David in…
Great trip with Pui Hang and David in Africa. We "did" in one trip to Kenya. All travel was really well organised. Above all, we appreciated their help with all our photography needs.We really enjoyed chatting with Pui Hang and laughed a lot with David's sense of humour. Lentorre lodge was just amazing, the villas with plunge pool were great. The staff were very friendly, but above all I must mention that for the first time in my life I did not have a migraine due to the chefs being so attentive to all the guests various allergies. The night hide by the waterhole was brilliant. I felt so privileged to be so near a leopard and get good photos. We are looking forward to our next trip to India with Pui Hang and David !
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Great trip for photography
The excellent accommodation and locations and the nice set of fellow travellers made this Ecuador trip very enjoyable. The trip provided many opportunities to photograph Hummingbird birds and I came home with lots of images that I am really pleased with.
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Toledo July 2022
A great trip with fantastic photographic opportunities. David was friendly and accommodating and the local guides were very knowledgeable. The range of hides is great with a bit of everything, and the hydro hides were particularly fun.