Simon & Sarah Phillpotts

Husband and wife duo Simon and Sarah moved to the Causses du Quercy Regional Nature Park, France in 2019, buying an old farm near the River Lot with over 12 hectares of oak woodland and meadows. Together they encourage and record a wide range of wildlife across their site, and have developed a series of photography hides as well as creating a wildlife pond.

Simon has worked for over 15 years as a professional wildlife photographer and guide. Originally based in the Yorkshire Dales, Simon established a successful photography business, running regular workshops throughout north Yorkshire.

As a professional wildlife photographer and f-stop Brand Ambassador, Simon's images have been Highly Commended in a number of photography competitions, including the British Wildlife Photography Awards.

Sarah has a background in biology and is a keen naturalist, with a wide-ranging interest in European plant and animal species.

Simon leads one group tour

Offering a combination of abundant insects, wildflowers, birds and reptiles, this wildlife tour has something for everyone. From a base in a historic rural village, explore unspoilt habitats in search of a wealth of different wildlife, including rare butterflies, spectacular orchids, and iconic birds from specialist hides. Find out more about Wildlife of the Lot Valley

Destination: France
Price (inc. flights): 8 days from £2,825
Trip type:
Group Tour

Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
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