Nepal is a landlocked gem, sandwiched between India and China, located in the Himalaya (“The mystic land of Yetis”).The country fascinates with mesmerizing mountains, rich cultural diversity, magnificent temples, artistic shrines, and inspiring natural scenery. Due to its geographical diversity, Nepal is one of the best travel destinations in the world. Whatever action you love to do, in Nepal you can do it! The choices to embark to a lifetime experience are endless. Either you climb high mountains, trek between the world’s tallest mountains, go for a Safari ride, mountain bike in the core of the Himalaya, raft on the wild rivers, explore the UNESCO World heritage sites, the experience is indescribable.
Bhutan is well-known for its dramatically varied topography. It boasts a great diversity of awe-inspiring landscapes of snow-clad mountains, lush valleys, dense forests and rushing streams that are considered to be abodes of the gods.To the south lies India; to the north Tibet. Having only opened its doors to the tourism in 1974, Bhutan has remained relatively isolated from western influence and enabled to maintain a rich traditional based Buddhist culture.
The autonomous region of Tibet is located at the main part of Qinghai-Tibet plateau, south-West frontier of China. Tibet borders with Sichuan, Yuannan, Qinghai
and Xinjiang; to the south contiguous to India, Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan and Burma, and bounded by Kashmir on the west. Open grassland, virgin forest, Tibet is also home for some of the world’s tallest mountains, with several of them making the top ten list with Mount Everest: the highest mountain on earth. With its particular dry climate, Tibet is worth a visit almost all year long. April to November are the milder months.
A splendid Nature, a history of several thousand years, an identity like no other: the Alps. Are you dreaming of a new experience? Climbing a 4000-metre high peak, enjoying a meal at a timeless bivouac or admiring the high peaks on a journey of several days’ walking. Excited of spending the summer in the mountains?
Discover this true natural gem with WILD YAK. Whether in Switzerland, France or Italy, WILD YAK takes you off the beaten track.
Love love love! Have you ever dreamt of going trekking in Nepal? If you have never done trekking in Nepal, then you certainly miss a magical experience in your life. However, many people assume one needs to be strong, physically very fit, and have a long holiday to go trekking in Nepal.
Open grassland, virgin forest, Tibet is also home to some of the world's tallest mountains, with several of them making the top ten list. Experience an authentic discovery of the highland of Tibet by foot. Mount Everest: the highest mountain on earth in the background gives a special taste to your adventure.
In the Himalayas' heart, landlocked between India and Tibet, Bhutan offers many possibilities for trekking off the beaten track that will leave no one indifferent. Due to the country's policy of isolation, there is little traffic on the trekking trails. With 70% of its territory covered by forests
The Himalayas are a treasure trove of traditions and culture. WILD YAK EXPEDITIONS offers a wide range of guided tours to enjoy the charm of these local treasures. Discover our cultural tours or contact us for a customized cultural tour, we will be happy to advise you!
Photo workshop with WILD YAKprofessional photographer @Ronald Patrick
Mountain landscape and night photography in different lights
Storytelling with photography
Breathtaking scenery
Small group
Overview
Discover the mountains under a new focus with WYE
Nowadays, most of us are using the camera of our mobile phone to make some pictures of our experiences. But some of us, have somewhere a real camera that we use with the basic features only.
Our mountain workshops with WILD YAK professional photographer @Ronald Patrick are aimed for beginners with a basic knowledge of photography and their equipment to advanced photographers who want to give a different perspective to their pictures.
Discover WILD YAK’s latest Mountain Photo Workshops in the Alps and contact us for any further information, or for a private workshop. We are happy to advise you by phone or email.
Story telling with forest, lake and stunning mountains. Under the tree line, inside and over the forest line.
13.30: Warm-up hike and workshop in the middle of the forest.
15.00: Departure for Fluhalp with the cable car.
Fluhalp is a charming cosy mountain hut at 2620 meters. From your window, you can enjoy the mythical pyramid of the Matterhorn.
With an easy going hike, you reach the Mountain Hotel Fluhalp. A wonderful source of inspiration! On the way, get immerge by the magnificent surroundings.
Once we arrive in Fluhalp, Ronald will do an introduction to the workshop teaching some photography theory and showing some examples of landscape photography.
18.30-22.00: After an early dinner in the magical atmosphere of the mountains, we head out to shoot sunset, dawn and night shots. If the sky is clear, we’ll capture photographs of the night sky and the Milky Way.
Day 02
Fluhalp – back to Zermatt via the Lakes
6.00: We set off before sunrise in order to be in position when the sunlight starts hitting the first peaks. Over the first hour there will be dramatic changes in the light, where we will take advantage of them. After this we go back to the hotel for a energising breakfast and to discuss the morning and night sessions. Take some time for editing and get precious advise from Ronald.
13.00: We leave by foot to catch the atmosphere of the mountain lakes at the foot of the famous Mattherhorn. Catch the beauty of the mountain world before taking the Gornergrat railway from Riffelalp to descend to Zermatt. An unforgettable experience, far away from the hustle and busy daily life.
16.00: End of the workshop, individual return.
WILD YAK Services
Organisation of the Workshop
1-night accommodation in Fluhalp, half-boarding, on a double room sharing basis / Individual room, upon request (supplement CHF 80.-)
Professional photographic workshops with Patrick Ronald
All further costs, which are not included in the price
Logistics
WILD YAK EXPEDITIONS’ PHILOSOPHY
WYE is focusing on small group sizes of 4 to 6 participants only because our experience has found this to be the best way to have a successful trip while providing excellent services. Furthermore, it creates a pleasant ambiance within the group.
Last but not least, WILD YAK EXPEDITIONS’ focus on small groups permits more flexibility and support to the participants individually.
The ascent of Breithorn (4,164m) is a perfect day-tour for those you want to feel the thin air on the top of a 4000-meter peak in the Alps for their first time! The Breithorn massive is a glaciered ridge above the legendary village of Zermatt. The normal climb is considered as one of the easiest climbing routes for a 4000-meter mountain.
Norbu speaks fluently: English, Tibetan, Nepali and Hindi.
The vision to empower the young generation and inspire the benefit of traveling to the people are Norbu’s principal aspirations behind the creation of WILD YAK EXPEDITIONS.
Andrea speaks fluently: Swiss German, French, German, English (with a little bit of Italian).
Believing in high-quality service and responsible tourism, her aim is to give people the opportunity to discover the magnificence of the mountain world and to help support the local people.
