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Ruff Break, May 2026

17 – 20 May 2026, Finland. Capture lekking Ruffs in golden light at Liminka Bay. 4-day spring photography tour with expert guides and hide access. 17–20 May 2026.

2425,00 € – 2660,00 €

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235,00 €
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Ruff Photography Tour at Liminka Bay – Short Break for Bird Photographers

17 – 20 May 2026
Finland: Oulu – Liminka Bay

Join this specialised bird photography tour in Finland focused on the spectacular Ruff during spring. Based at Liminka Bay, the country’s top wetland birding site, this tour offers unique opportunities to photograph Ruffs in their finest plumage—feeding, lekking, and sparring—right in front of professional hides.

Photographers will enjoy a range of creative possibilities, including sharp reflection shots, glowing backlit silhouettes, and dramatic images of lekking males in action. With calm weather and golden evening light, this is one of the best places in Europe to photograph this extraordinary wader.

Highlights of this Ruff photography tour:

✦ Prime access to professional bird photography hides
✦ Excellent conditions for reflection, action, and backlit images
✦ Possibility to capture lekking, feeding, and fighting behaviour
✦ Expert guidance from experienced Finnature photography guides
✦ Small group size for optimal hide comfort and shooting angles

Tour Details:

Price: € 2 425 per person
Single supplement: €235
Group size: 4–6 photographers

Included: Land transport from Oulu Airport, all meals (breakfast, one warm meal / day + snacks in the hide), accommodation, professional hides, and expert guiding.

View the full Ruff photography tour itinerary here: Ruff Break

Perfect for bird photographers and wildlife enthusiasts looking to photograph lekking Ruffs in stunning spring light. Limited spaces available—book now to secure your hide!

See photos from past tours in our Flickr gallery: 

Ruff 9503 by Jari Peltomäki

Reviews & Experiences

"Many thanks for an enjoyable tour and all your hard work to provide an amazing experience. Photographing Eagles, Sparrowhawks, Grouse and the odd Jay or two!!, the warm comfortable accommodation, the food (thanks Sunna) and all the attention to detail, which have given me unforgettable memories.

Jari and Kaisa, thanks for all your input and company, the time was over all too quickly. Looking forward to the next visit, in the not-too-distant future!"

Dave, UK
Autumn Bird Photo Safari, 2022

"As the name of the tour was indicating, this tour was really amazing! Beyond any expectation! So many photo opportunities, unbelievable! Well balanced, with the focus towards the different species. As well the hotel selection was great, sometimes just a pity that we did not have the chance to enjoy the hotels even more.

Both of our guides, Jari and Kaisa, were great guides, safe drivers and very much focused to the clients! Thanks for guiding this tour!"

Klaus Schwind, Germany
Amazing Hokkaido, 2020

"I would like to thank you and your staff for the great organization of the last 4 days at Villa Finnature. I enjoyed it very much.

Not only your tangible love for the nature of Finland and its bird life – but also your professionalism and dedication in the implementation of the ‘Golden Eagle Tour’ has inspired me very much. The care of us guests was perfect.

Special thanks to Sunna, who cooked during the 4 days extremely tasty and lovingly cooked for all. It was fantastic! "

Ulrich, Germany
Golden Eagles in Action, 2023

"We did a spring photography tour to Finland with Finnature last week. Week was great although very cold - -28 degrees on some mornings was not normal for this time of the year! So Black Grouse were not active. But instead, the group visited Finnature’s Forest feeder hides for Goshawk and Eagle Owl. The group told that Finnature’s Forest feeder is the best place in the world to photograph Goshawks!"

Photography tour with Natures Images, UK
March 2023

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Finnature offers great photography tours in Finland and worldwide. We have extensive knowledge on when and where to photograph the key species, and this translates into unforgettable photography experiences. We choose our tour destinations carefully to offer the best sites and best photography hides available.

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