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Bearded vulture photography taster workshop on the Gemmi

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Spend a day with nature photographer Hansruedi Weyrich on the Gemmi in winter and learn the basics of nature and bird photography in the bearded vulture’s habitat.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration6 h 15 min
LanguagesGerman · French · English
Meeting pointBergstation Gemmibahn, Gemmipass 2, 3954 Leukerbad

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Highlights

  • Photograph in the bearded vulture’s habitat on the Gemmi
  • Learn from nature photographer Hansruedi Weyrich
  • Get tips on camera settings, composition and photographing birds in flight
  • Enjoy personal guidance in a small group of 4 to 10 participants
  • Try out Nikon and Sony cameras and lenses, subject to availability
  • Round off the day with an aperitif platter at the panoramic restaurant

Inclusions

  • Included:

    One-day photography workshop with Hansruedi Weyrich

  • Included:

    Personal guidance and practical tips

  • Included:

    Nikon and Sony cameras and lenses to try out, subject to availability

  • Included:

    Aperitif platter at the panoramic restaurant

  • Not included:

    Travel to the venue and Gemmi cable car fares

  • Not included:

    Picnic, snacks and drinks, including drinks for the aperitif

  • Not included:

    Equipment hire and insurance

Meeting point

Bergstation Gemmibahn, Gemmipass 2, 3954 Leukerbad

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Important information

  • Duration: 1 day, from 09:45 to approx. 16:00
  • If the weather is unsuitable, the workshop will be held on 30 December 2026
  • Suitable for beginners and advanced photographers; bring a digital SLR or mirrorless camera. A telephoto lens of 400 mm or longer is recommended
  • Bring warm winter clothing in layers, rain and wind protection, a hat, grippy gloves, warm mountain boots, microspikes or lightweight crampons, and your own picnic and drink
  • Bearded vultures live in the wild, so sightings are not guaranteed
  • The last Gemmi cable car down the mountain departs at 17:00

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Provider

Operated by

Luftseilbahn Leukerbad-Gemmipass AG

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