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Wildlife Locations

Slovenia offers one of Europe’s greatest wilderness regions which has remained largely unchanged over the past 50 years. Although best known for brown bear viewing in the Dinaric Alps region, there is also spectacular birdlife around Lake Cerknica of where 276 species can be viewed.

2 recommended locations. Please contact us for further suggestions.

Dinaric Alps

Located in southern Slovenia, the Dinaric Alps is a mountain range that stretches from Italy across Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro before ending in Albania. Noted for their rugged karst topography and valleys, they also offer rich forests filled with brown bears. Find Out More

  • Where: Southern Slovenia
  • Ideal for viewing: brown bear, Ural owl, scarlet rosefinch, pine marten, black squirrel
  • Excellent for: Bear watching , Wildlife photography

Bled

Bled is located near the border with Austria and is best known for its glacial Lake Bled, along with Bled Castle which is perched on a rock overlooking the lake. Bled is Slovenia's most popular resort, drawing everyone from honeymooners to adventure seekers, who come for the hiking, biking and watersports. Find Out More

  • Where: Julian Alps
  • Excellent for: History & culture

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Wildlife trips

Despite its small size, Slovenia offers an incredibly rich and diverse mix of wildlife and stunning landscapes. From the Dinaric Alps which cross the country to create one of Europe’s largest wilderness areas and the sand dunes that meet the Mediterranean coast, Slovenia is an ideal location to view wildlife - including brown bear - in a lesser visited area of Europe.  

3 recommended trips. Our trip ideas are offered to inspire you and can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Slovenia: Bears & Lake Bled

Combining four nights bear watching in the Dinaric Alps, with three nights at a superb hotel on the shores of Lake Bled, this easy paced self-drive holiday allows you to enjoy two of Slovenia’s most beautiful regions and is the perfect option for anyone looking for a relaxing wildlife holiday. Find out more about Slovenia: Bears & Lake Bled

  • Price (inc. flights): 8 days from £2,695
  • Trip type:
    Tailor-made Holiday
  • When to go:
    • M
    • J
    • J
    • A
    • S

Brown Bear Photography in Spring

Join us in spring to visit the lesser known but wonderfully wildlife rich nation of Slovenia. Our base is in the southern Dinaric Alps region, home to a population of over 400 brown bears which we will observe and photograph in dedicated hides, along with expert tuition from wildlife photographer Ben Sutcliffe. Find out more about Brown Bear Photography in Spring

  • Price (inc. flights): 6 days from £2,595
  • Trip type:
    Group Tour
    Tailor-made can be arranged
  • When to go:
    • M
    • J

Brown Bear Photography in Autumn

Enjoy this tailor-made brown bear photography trip to Slovenia during the autumnal months. This 4-night tour visits specially built photography hides to capture spectacular images of the region’s brown bear population surrounded by resplendent autumn colours. Find out more about Brown Bear Photography in Autumn

  • Price (inc. flights): 5 days from £1,795
  • Trip type:
    Tailor-made Holiday
  • When to go:
    • S

When to go

The best time to visit Slovenia is during the late spring and summer months which coincide with the peak time for brown bear viewing. 

Seasons

  • Spring

    Mar to May: Mild days with cooler night. Weather may be slightly unsettled still in the mountainous regions
  • Summer

    Jun to Aug: Days are warm and usually dry. July is the hottest month of the year
  • Autumn

    Sep to Nov: Days are generally mild
  • Winter

    Dec to Feb: Days can be bitterly cold with temperatures dropping below freezing. January is the coldest month of the year.

Wildlife events

  • May to Oct:

    Brown bears active in the forest regions