Slovak Wildlife Society
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A not-for-profit aiming to ensure the long-term survival of bears, wolves and lynx and their habitats in Slovakia by finding sustainable solutions for co-existence with people. We conduct research and monitoring with the help of 'citizen scientists' (volunteers), provide practical help to local people, advice to government, education and awareness raising as well as guided wildlife watching excursions, study tours and field trips.
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Kat
4 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Loved the hike from beginning to end. I had roped my 67 year old dad to come with me, after my partner couldn't get the time of work and although I was apprehensive about my dad being able to do it, he did and also loved it! Robin was an amazing guide, full of knowledge and passion and I can't recommend enough (including him putting up with my somewhat grumpy dad :D). We saw a bear, which was of course the highlight, but even if we didn't it's a beautiful place to be and exciting to see signs of bears such as scratchings. It's also great knowing that your hike is contributing to the conservation of bears in the high tatras.
Thank you Robin for the highlight of my year so far :)
Thank you Robin for the highlight of my year so far :)
Written 16 September 2023
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The Image of Africa
Arusha, Tanzania5 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Great experience with Robin as a guide. We enjoy a lot the tour and end up finding 4 bears! We would certainly recommend it.
Written 6 September 2023
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Thank you!
Best wishes, Robin
Written 8 September 2023
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Poul Skovsborg
Esbjerg, Denmark2 contributions
Jul 2023
We took a tour with Slovak Wildlife Society. We were met at the parking by our guide Peter and with him we embarked on a truly wonderful tour. The nature was stunning and Peter was capable, polite and knowing. Especially my son of 17 enjoyed spending time with Peter.
During the entire walk he did his best to spot bears and other animals through his binoculars. We almost gave up but in the end Peter succeeded with spotting a bear opposite the valley.
All together we had a wonderful experience.
During the entire walk he did his best to spot bears and other animals through his binoculars. We almost gave up but in the end Peter succeeded with spotting a bear opposite the valley.
All together we had a wonderful experience.
Written 9 August 2023
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I'm happy to hear you and your son had such a good time - come again :-) Best wishes, Robin
Written 29 August 2023
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Bruno G
Tonneins, France1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Friends
We went in Podbanské hike and it was amazing. Robin had a injury but is colleague Peter was very nice! The place is very beatiful and peaceful. We saw some dear and luckily a young bear! Thanks for this experience!!
Written 25 July 2023
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Thanks Bruno, I'm glad you enjoyed the tour! Best wishes, Robin
Written 29 August 2023
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Timothée A
1 contribution
Jul 2023
I spent two days in a bear watching experience with Robin Rigg in the high Tatras. The trip was really nice, we saw three different bears, some chamois and red deers also. I have learned a lot with Robin who his very informative and friendly, I would recommend it without any doubt! Thanks again
Written 19 July 2023
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Thanks Timothée! See you next time :-)
Best wishes,
Robin
Written 25 July 2023
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Hugo R
1 contribution
May 2023 • Solo
Robin is a scientist passionated by his work and great animals. He knows very well their behaviour, prints and life habits. Spending an afternoon/early evening with him means a lot of pleasure, fun and knowledge about bears. The perfect final was seeing bears in their natural habitat during sunset.
Thank you again Robin for these wonderful memories.
Thank you again Robin for these wonderful memories.
Written 16 July 2023
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Thanks for your kind words Hugo!
Best wishes, Robin
Written 18 July 2023
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Philipp K
2 contributions
Jun 2023
We spent an afternoon with Robin in the High Tatras which was very informative and learnt a lot about the various wildlife in the region.
At the very end we even got to see brown bears in the far distance which was a bonus.
I highly recommend this toor.
At the very end we even got to see brown bears in the far distance which was a bonus.
I highly recommend this toor.
Written 15 July 2023
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Thank you Philipp!
With best wishes,
Robin
Written 18 July 2023
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JM
2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
Spending 2 days with Robin for walking on the forest and resting to observe the nature and bear signs.
Great experience and verry professional 👍 i recommend it.
We had the chances to see 2 🐻bears duruing walking, was amazing experiences 🤩 but not only this, Robin explane and show me all the indices from the bears actions.
We spot also some Dears, wild pig, wild rabit, foxes ...
If you like nature are ready to be quiet during fiew hours, i recomand to get contact with Robin.
For sur i will go back to try other slovakian adventure with him 😁
Thank you Robin
Best regards
Jean-Marc
Great experience and verry professional 👍 i recommend it.
We had the chances to see 2 🐻bears duruing walking, was amazing experiences 🤩 but not only this, Robin explane and show me all the indices from the bears actions.
We spot also some Dears, wild pig, wild rabit, foxes ...
If you like nature are ready to be quiet during fiew hours, i recomand to get contact with Robin.
For sur i will go back to try other slovakian adventure with him 😁
Thank you Robin
Best regards
Jean-Marc
Written 13 July 2023
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Thank you Jean-Marc. We had some really wonderful experiences!
See you next time :-)
Best wishes, Robin
Written 14 July 2023
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george i
2 contributions
Jun 2022
In early June I was fortunate enough to go for a half-day bear-watching tour with Robin in the High Tatras on a valley close to Prybilina village. I knew I was in for a treat, having previous knowledge about the long-standing conservation work done by the Slovak Wildlife Society and Robin's in-depth knowledge and excellent guiding skills.
I had no real expectations that I would get to see any bears, but nevertheless, I started full of enthusiasm at the promise of observing wildlife tracks and getting to know more about the habitat. What followed exceeded by far all my expectations! We found countless bear scat- and mud- tracks, a few lynx, deer and boar footprints while walking along the freshly-rained foot and bike paths. The highlight of the tour was meeting a family of bears feeding on the grass (a mother and three (YES, you read correctly, 3!!) cubs, possibly 2 to 3 years old. We observed them for many minutes from a safe distance and moved further. By the end of the day we saw two more bears, a family of foxes, several roe deers, a couple does with newborn fawns, and many songbirds and birds of prey. What an unexpected experience!
Throughout the tour, Robin offered detailed information about bears' biology, habitat and threats to this species conservation, and brightly answered my infinite number of questions about human-bear conflicts and coexistence in Slovakia.
I recommend this tour to anyone interested in finding out more about the rich biodiversity of the Tatra Mts. You will definitely have a fantastic time!
I for one will surely try to go for another tour if I happen to return to the region!
I had no real expectations that I would get to see any bears, but nevertheless, I started full of enthusiasm at the promise of observing wildlife tracks and getting to know more about the habitat. What followed exceeded by far all my expectations! We found countless bear scat- and mud- tracks, a few lynx, deer and boar footprints while walking along the freshly-rained foot and bike paths. The highlight of the tour was meeting a family of bears feeding on the grass (a mother and three (YES, you read correctly, 3!!) cubs, possibly 2 to 3 years old. We observed them for many minutes from a safe distance and moved further. By the end of the day we saw two more bears, a family of foxes, several roe deers, a couple does with newborn fawns, and many songbirds and birds of prey. What an unexpected experience!
Throughout the tour, Robin offered detailed information about bears' biology, habitat and threats to this species conservation, and brightly answered my infinite number of questions about human-bear conflicts and coexistence in Slovakia.
I recommend this tour to anyone interested in finding out more about the rich biodiversity of the Tatra Mts. You will definitely have a fantastic time!
I for one will surely try to go for another tour if I happen to return to the region!
Written 27 June 2022
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Thank you George for such kind words. It was a pleasure to guide someone who is so enthusiastic and interested! You will be very welcome if you return for another tour :-)
Written 27 June 2022
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Marc Wilborts
Zutphen, The Netherlands8 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
We had a great two day trip with zoologist Robin Rigg of Slovak Wildlife Society through the Lower Tatra. The flora & fauna is so abundant in these mountains! We saw marmots, row dear, red deer, many chamois, golden eagles and several traces of wolves and bears while walking. The combination of walking with an overnight in chata M.R. Stevanika made it an unforgetable experience for us.
Written 20 June 2022
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Thanks Marc - we had a great trip, some wonderful wildlife and lots of good talks! See you again soon :0)
Written 27 June 2022
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