A group of nature-loving tourists exploring a flower-filled meadow in Slovenia, with several people photographing the wildflowers.

Customized longer group tours in Slovenia

Guided by: Paul Veenvliet, Licensed Guide and Biologist

Every year, I organize one or more longer custom tours for small groups on request of tour agencies and nature societies. These tours are all-in: I organize accommodations, meals and transport, while I do the guiding myself. I prefer small groups of 6-8 participants, because this allows us to go to vulnerable areas. Also, the chance to see mammals and birds increases when there is just a few of us. I find that an optimal duration for such tours is between one week and 10 days.

Each day we visit a different nature area, but the exact program of such tours depends on the interests of the participants as well as the season. I can organize specialized botanical or butterfly tours, or more general nature tours.  In cooperation with local providers, I often include an evening with brown bear observation and a visit to a cave.

Whenever possible, I prefer locally produced meals from ecological farms. Such tours also include seeing information- and visitors centers that provide in-dept information about the area. Many people like to take pictures and the pace is often slow. Occasionally, I may split the group: some may decide to stay at the spot to observe butterflies and flower while I hike with others to a particular spot. This all depends on the wishes of each participant!

Contact me for information and booking biologist.paul@gmail.com or tel ++386 41 902 110

Four young tourists enjoying a delicious meal together at the summit of Mount Snežnik in Slovenia.
Four older nature enthusiasts photographing flowering common peonies (Paeonia officinalis) in a natural habitat in Slovenia.
A brown bear (Ursus arctos) walking along a forest road in Slovenia with her two cubs.
A group of international visitors exploring a forest stream in Slovenia, with one woman pointing out something of interest while others photograph the water.
A group of international visitors exploring the underground chambers of Križna jama Cave in Slovenia.
A beautiful forest stream flowing in the sunshine, surrounded by lush green vegetation.