The UK is home to a whopping 40% of the world’s grey seal population, making them particularly widespread along many stretches of the nation’s unique coastline. Grey seals come ashore to give birth between November and January, with large colonies breeding on the east coast of England. Walking along the shores, seals litter the beach and adjacent dunes as far as the eye can see. There is hardly any experience comparable to watching thousands of these cute, fluffy creatures in one place.
Grey seals are the more common of the two species and spend most of their lives fishing at sea, resting periodically, but will come ashore to breed in autumn. Grey seal cows give birth to their pups in late autumn and early winter when they congregate in high densities at several locations around the UK. So finding the right location is of crucial importance when photographing grey seals. And people who are not native to the UK may find it challenging to navigate a wildlife photo shoot in an unfamiliar location. Booking a tour with agencies such as UK Photo Tours offers an easy and affordable solution to this problem.
Grey seals exhibit many enthralling behaviors and often have humanlike facial expressions, making them truly unique characters for wildlife photography. Thousands of nature enthusiasts make their way to Norfolk shores each winter to enjoy views of these plump and amusing mammals. Photographing seals, however, can present some serious challenges. People planning a visit to the UK to witness the beauty of these fascinating animals must book a vacation with businesses such as UK Photo Tours. Doing so ensures that people can responsibly watch or photograph this fantastic wildlife spectacle without harming the wonderful seals.
In the vast coastal environments of the Norfolk shores, it is important to use the right kind of equipment to get the best shots. Following is a list of equipment shared by UK Photo Tours that could prove helpful to people enjoying their holidays in the UK:
UK Photo Tours can arrange some telephoto setups for people who do not have access to all of this equipment but still want to try out their photography skills. They also have extenders from reputable brands such as Canon and Nikon.
Even people just starting as wildlife photographers would love this grey seal tour in the UK. Dion from UK Photo Tours welcomes beginners and experienced photographers looking to push their skills to the next level.
“I’ve just returned from another fantastic workshop with Dion, the first was Lake District in Feb 2020 and this trip was Astrophotography in Norfolk.
Both trips used ND filters something I hadn’t used before that Dion lent to me. Also there were lenses I borrowed for my camera and other full camera setups I used. Each trip I learned something new. For me, I found it beneficial in a holiday setting where I could learn and practice in a relaxed environment with Dion at hand to answer any questions.
Each accommodation was beautiful, given that you take photos any time, day or night, it was advantageous to have a full kitchen just like at home! Or big sofa to relax in. It was also nice to have a small group together.
I hope to book another trip soon!”
– Siuleng Chan
This is what a 5-day wildlife photography tour in the UK would look like for people registering their grey seal photo vacation with UK Photo Tours:
Day 1: Arrival and Journey to the Norfolk Coast
All the tour participants would meet the photo guide outside West Coast Station around 10:30 am and be taken to the Norfolk coast in a comfortable vehicle. The first day will be spent checking into the cottage, shopping for supplies, having dinner, giving advice on shooting strategies and having a get-to-know-each-other session.
Day 2, 3 & 4: Packed with Seal Photography in Different Locations
Each of these days would start with breakfast, will be filled to the brim with workshops for seal photography and end with dinner in amazing locations.
Day 5: Final Day & Ride Back to London
The last and final day would start with a delicious breakfast and a potential sunrise photoshoot and end with hearty goodbyes to the adorable seal pups.
Regarding traveling, prices are the first thing that scares people. But, hiring travel agencies such as UK Photo Tours allows people to have a great photography vacation at an affordable price. The grey seal photo tour would include the following things for a small price of £895:
Not every person who loves to travel is a photography expert. Furthermore, some people would like to visit Norfolk only to see the baby seals and not to photograph them. Companies like UK Photo Tours cater to the needs of amateur as well as expert photographers. They offer tuition and advice according to the participants’ personal preferences and skill levels. They focus on creating a learning environment that is fun and friendly.
UK Photo Tours is a tour operator that provides opportunities to take professional photographs in some of the most stunning natural settings and the company of fascinating wildlife in the United Kingdom. It is dedicated to providing photographers with the best experiences possible, whether amateur or professional. Its tour packages are tailored to meet the needs of each individual, from the novice looking to improve their photography skills to the experienced photographer looking for an unforgettable experience.