Miha’s passion for wildlife began in childhood, growing up on the edge of the forests of Snežnik, just a stone’s throw from Snežnik Castle, a historic centre of forestry and hunting in Slovenia’s Notranjska region. From an early age, he spent his free time observing wild animals, learning their behaviours and following their tracks through the forest. Encounters with brown bears in the neighbouring Notranjska and Kočevska regions left a lasting impression and helped shape his lifelong connection with the natural world.

His journey into wildlife photography experiences began in 2008, following a meeting with renowned Italian photographers Christian Patrick Ricci and Fabio Liverani. Time spent exploring the wilderness of Notranjska alongside them sparked a lasting interest in wildlife photography hides and the unique opportunities they offer for observing and photographing animals in their natural surroundings. He has since gained further experience in nature tourism in Finland and Slovakia, two destinations celebrated for their exceptional wildlife photography opportunities.

Since 2014, Miha has been involved in organising brown bear photography experiences in Slovenia, working alongside a network of local hide operators. His approach places responsible wildlife observation and respect for nature at the heart of every experience, helping photographers discover Slovenia’s remarkable brown bears and other forest wildlife.

Through his work, Miha has also collaborated with a network of respected European wildlife photographers, sharing his knowledge of Slovenia’s forests and their extraordinary wildlife.

For guests travelling with Natures Thrill, Miha brings an invaluable combination of local knowledge, natural history expertise and a genuine passion for wildlife, offering a deeper insight into one of Europe’s most fascinating bear habitats.