Nature photography blog – tips, equipment & experiences

Welcome to my nature photography blog. Here you will find practical tips, experience reports and equipment recommendations for your own photography in nature.

Equipment

Weiße Strände und Palmen - typisch für die Malediven.

Experiences

Naturfotograf im Regen

Tips & Tricks

Am Flaucher sammeln sich viele Schwäne - perfekt für Naturfotografen.

In Munich

Eine DSLR-Kamerafalle an einem Felsen zur Fotografie von wilden Luchsen.

Camera traps

The latest blog posts

Wasserfall im Herbst im Bayerischen Wald

The 5 best photo spots in the Bavarian Forest for nature photographers

From the mystical sea of boulders on the Lusen to the majestic waterfalls on the Hochfall – the Bavarian Forest has incomparable treasures in store for nature photographers. This guide takes you to the five most spectacular photo spots in the region. Each spot offers unique photographic opportunities – from intimate wildlife portraits to epic mountain panoramas.

Löwe in der Serengeti

How to plan your first photo safari: The practical guide for beginners

A photo safari is not just a journey, but an unforgettable adventure that appeals to all the senses. You find yourself surrounded by untouched nature, ready to capture magical moments with your camera. This guide gives you a comprehensive overview of how to plan your first photo safari, what equipment you need and how to take breathtaking wildlife shots.

Ein Leopard streift bei Nacht durch Bera.

Bera Safari Guide: The best photo spots for breathtaking leopard pictures

A Bera safari offers a unique opportunity to observe leopards in the wild. The 850 million year old granite formations and the high density of leopards make Bera a paradise for wildlife photographers. Particularly remarkable is the peaceful coexistence between leopards and the Rabari herdsmen, who have lived together for centuries without conflict.

Leoparden klettern auf einem Baum

Satpura Tiger Reserve: The ultimate safari guide for photographers

The Satpura Tiger Reserve, created in 2000 by merging three forests, extends over 2133 square kilometers and is a paradise for nature photographers. It is home to around 50 tigers and an extraordinary biodiversity with over 50 mammal species, more than 300 bird species and many reptiles and butterflies.

Das Saltedline Unterwassergehäuse für die A6300 auf den Malediven

Saltedline underwater housing Sony A6300 test: what underwater photographers need to know

When I first held the Saltedline underwater housing for my Sony A6300 in my hands, I was skeptical. Can a housing for just under 900 euros really do what much more expensive models promise? After months of testing in various bodies of water, I can say that it can do more than I expected. The housing is waterproof up to 195 feet (60 meters) and has a five-stage water protection system with an integrated moisture sensor. These technical specifications sound impressive on paper, but it’s…

Weiße Strände und Palmen - typisch für die Malediven.

Maldives: Nature photography trip to Kandima Island

Two weeks of nature photography on Kandima Island: between white beaches, mangrove forests and colorful reefs, I discover the quiet, wild side of the Maldives. From flying foxes to sea turtles – every encounter is an unforgettable photographic moment.

Fancy an adventure?

Join me on my photo tours and immerse yourself in the world of wild landscapes and unique encounters. Together we will hone your photography skills – practical, creative and full of inspiration. Secure your place now and rediscover the magic of light and nature.

Come with me! Wilderness waiting!

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