Moose safaris
Meet the king of the forest in its kingdom!
It's four in the morning in Northern Norway.
We're out on the road before the village awakens.
“Some days we find two moose and other days up to 50 of them. It's about luck and how many people are out.”
Marius Birkeland, guide and wildlife photographer at Vesterålen Tours
And it doesn't take long for something to wake me up from my morning coma ...
... good morning! Spotting three moose before coffee - that's not an everyday event!
More and more moose appear throughout the morning, as we drive around Andøya island in Vesterålen in Northern Norway.
Can you spot the moose?
“They are large animals, but they're insanely good at hiding.”
Jens Birkeland, guide and wildlife photographer at Vesterålen Tours
The fun thing about moose is that you never know when or where they will show up!
A coffee on the go?
A moose is a majestic sight in itself, but to see it under the northern lights or midnight sun is magical!
Wildlife photography tips
• Layer up – dressing in layers when exploring the outdoors is a great idea year-round and even more important in winter.
• Know the animal – wildlife photography is all about capturing fleeting moments. It pays to be able to predict your subject’s behaviour beforehand.
• Wind direction – moose typically lie with the wind at their back with their heads facing the wind.
• Have your camera ready – and use a zoom lens for the best images! Do not approach this big and potentially dangerous animal.
• A waiting game – don't give up, the best photos take time!