Join us on an epic journey along the Ring Road, the legendary route that encircles Iceland and leads us to the island’s most breathtaking landscapes. Over the course of 10 days, we’ll explore the pristine and extraordinary nature of this Nordic country, where ice, fire, and lava converge to create a surreal landscape.
On the south coast, we’ll witness the majesty of Gullfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, surrounded by lush meadows and towering mountains. We’ll venture to the Vestmannaeyjar islands to observe the largest puffin colony in the North Atlantic. Our journey will also take us to Vatnajökull National Park, home to Europe’s largest glacier.
As we reach the north coast, we’ll sail the North Sea to spot whales in Húsavík, Iceland’s whale-watching capital. We’ll marvel at the iconic waterfalls of the north, including the legendary Godafoss, and explore the stunning Lake Mývatn, famous for its hot springs and volcanic landscapes.
The Ring Road is an unforgettable journey that will take you through dreamlike scenery, from glacial valleys to fjords and rugged mountains. Come and discover the magic of Iceland with us, capturing every moment of this extraordinary adventure!
Capture Breathtaking, Otherworldly Landscapes – Iceland’s unique terrain will transport you to a surreal world, with vast glaciers, volcanic sands, and cascading waterfalls that make every shot extraordinary.
Wildlife Encounters for Incredible Photography – Spot whales breaching, colorful puffins nesting on cliffs, and majestic wild horses roaming free, providing endless opportunities to capture stunning wildlife moments.
Guided by Photography Experts – Learn from skilled nature photographers who will help you hone your technique, from landscape composition to capturing dramatic lighting.
A Dream Destination for Photography Lovers – Iceland is a must-visit for any serious photographer, offering iconic landscapes and rare scenes that elevate your portfolio and inspire your creativity.
Unforgettable Nature Experience – This tour combines photography with adventure, immersing you in Iceland’s vast wilderness, where you’ll create memories—and images—that last a lifetime.
Expert Landscape Photography Guidance – Capture Iceland’s surreal landscapes with personalized guidance on framing, composition, and settings to make the most of each stunning scene.
Hands-on Assistance for Bird and Wildlife Photography – Learn to photograph birds in action and whales breaching, guided by experts who will help you master techniques for capturing fast-moving subjects in breathtaking detail.
Master Light and the Extended Golden Hour – Take advantage of Iceland’s unique, prolonged golden hours to perfect your understanding of natural light, creating ethereal images that bring out the best in every scene.
In-Depth Field Sessions with Professional Photographers – Join group sessions in the field, where seasoned nature photographers will provide hands-on support and answer questions, ensuring you’re confident and prepared for each shot.
Specialized Night and Macro Photography Sessions – Experiment with nocturnal photography and macro techniques, learning to use artificial light creatively for intimate, detailed shots of the unique flora and fauna you’ll encounter.
Compact Bridge Cameras – Ideal for those who prefer lighter gear without sacrificing versatility. These cameras allow you to capture every unique moment and subject with ease, and they’re perfect for applying the new techniques you’ll learn during the tour.
Wide-Angle Lens (16mm – 24mm) – Essential for Iceland’s vast landscapes, a wide-angle lens enables you to capture expansive scenes with greater depth and impact, making every glacier, waterfall, and volcanic formation more immersive.
Telephoto Lens (400mm – 600mm) – A must for wildlife photography, especially for photographing birds and other distant subjects. The telephoto lens allows you to capture intimate details from a respectful distance, perfect for bird-in-flight shots and minimizing disruption to wildlife.
Varifocal Lens (24mm – 70mm) – This versatile kit lens is ideal for adapting to Iceland’s diverse scenes, from majestic landscapes to close-up wildlife. It allows you to easily adjust your focus distance, making it perfect for both day and night photography, including nighttime star shots.
Teleconverter – For those looking to extend the reach of their telephoto lenses, a high-quality teleconverter can be invaluable. It provides additional zoom, letting you get closer to distant subjects like birds without compromising sharpness, adding flexibility and enhancing your creative possibilities.
Drone for Photography and Video – Capture Iceland’s dramatic landscapes from a whole new perspective. A drone enables you to take breathtaking aerial shots of Iceland’s unique features, from cascading waterfalls and expansive glaciers to black sand beaches. This tool adds an artistic edge to your portfolio, showcasing the grandeur of Iceland’s scenery in a way only aerial views can offer.
Reykjavík: A city tour to capture the essence of Iceland’s capital.
Thingvellir National Park: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, perfect for photographing unique volcanic and geological landscapes.
Golden Circle:
Kerid Volcano: A volcanic crater with a turquoise lake, an ideal location for capturing landscape photography.
Vestman Islands:
Reynisfjara Black Beach: Famous for its black sand beaches and rock formations, a perfect location for dramatic landscape photography.
Glaciers and Diamond Beach: Photograph glaciers and the floating icebergs at Diamond Beach, creating a stunning contrast of ice against the black sand.
Eastern Fjords and Seydisfjordur: Breathtaking mountain landscapes and the picturesque village of Seydisfjordur, with opportunities for capturing architecture and natural beauty.
Dettifoss and Selfoss: Europe’s most powerful waterfalls, where you can experience and photograph nature’s immense power.
Husavik and Whale Watching: The whale-watching tour will allow you to capture spectacular moments on the sea.
One of the best amphibian, reptile and wildlife photographers in Colombia. He leads workshops and photographic tours. He is a biologist and expert in macro-photography, full-time nature photographer and leading tour guide in Colombia.
He has published 14 scientific articles contributing to the knowledge and conservation of various species in Colombia. His photographic work has taken him to explore every corner of the country. His photos have been featured in magazines such as Enfoque Visual, RowZine, and the Catalog of Amphibians and Reptiles of Colombia, among others. He won the environmental advocacy category in the Agenda del Mar photography competition (2022). He uses photography and biology as tools to promote conservation through various initiatives, contributing to a deeper understanding of species’ behaviors and their interactions with ecosystems. These two passions have allowed him to offer a unique perspective on the hidden and unknown world beneath the mysterious landscapes of Colombia’s mountains and plains, aiming to create a bridge between memory and nature.
Nature and wildlife photographer with experience in birds and mammals. Blends technical knowledge with the skill to capture action and behavior in natural environments. Always looking for light and contrast.
Photographer with a passion for wildlife, and a natural intuition for capturing light in any setting. Certified drone pilot. Always looking to capture moments of wildlife enjoying life in its own habitat.
Day 1 | July 28 | Airport | Welcome to Iceland
Today, the journey begins as we touch down on the enchanted land of Iceland, where fire and ice have long danced their eternal waltz. Our first embrace with Reykjavík awaits, a city where ancient sagas meet modern tales. Over a warm welcome lunch, we savor the flavors of this northern gem, preparing for an afternoon that unfolds Reykjavík’s heart. As dusk descends, we travel to Thingvellir, where tectonic plates meet beneath the watchful gaze of ancient spirits. We end our day photographing this sacred place, capturing the timeless beauty that surrounds us.
Day 2 | July 29 | Golden Circle
In the misty pre-dawn light, we venture into the Golden Circle, where Earth breathes steam and water thunders in powerful cascades. At Geysir, scalding water bursts forth in a display of raw energy, and Gullfoss waterfall roars in triumph, tumbling over rocks and reflecting the wild spirit of Iceland. After breakfast, we journey to the Kerid Volcano, its vibrant caldera a window into the fiery soul of this land. As evening descends, we find ourselves surrounded by golden hues, capturing the landscape as it transforms under the gentle caress of the setting sun.
Day 3 | July 30 | Vestman Islands | Ferry Tour
Today, we cross the ocean’s embrace to the Vestman Islands, a sanctuary where puffins nest in colorful cliffs and waves crash with a poet’s rhythm. After arriving, we savor a peaceful lunch and then turn our lenses toward these winged wonders, capturing their playfulness and grace. As the sun dips toward the horizon, we enjoy a picnic dinner under an open sky, photographing puffins against the fiery hues of sunset, preserving this moment of serenity and wild beauty.
Day 4 | July 31 | Waterfalls | Black Beach
This day leads us to Iceland’s legendary waterfalls and Vik’s otherworldly black sands. As we explore, the waters of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss dance in endless cascades, each droplet reflecting centuries of myth and mystery. By late afternoon, we venture to Reynisfjara, where the black beach stretches beneath towering basalt columns, like a stage set for ancient tales. With cameras in hand, we capture the mesmerizing contrast of black sands, white waves, and an ever-changing sky.
Day 5 | August 1 | Glacier | Diamond Beach
We awaken to a day of glaciers and diamonds, venturing to one of nature’s greatest masterpieces. The glacier, vast and silent, stretches under a sky of endless blue. We explore its icy expanses, our cameras capturing the intricate dance of light on its frozen surface. At Diamond Beach, icebergs glitter like jewels against the black sand, sculpted by wind and sea into fleeting masterpieces. As evening falls, we await the golden light, photographing this surreal landscape as it transforms beneath the setting sun.
Day 6 | August 2 | Eastern Fjords | Landscape
Today, the road leads us eastward to the serene beauty of the Eastern Fjords, a land where time lingers and the world seems to hold its breath. We journey to Seydisfjordur, a town cradled by mountains and touched by whispers of the sea. After lunch, we continue to the thundering Dettifoss and ethereal Selfoss waterfalls, where the power of water and time is immortalized in mist. The day concludes with a visit to hot springs, where we relax, letting Iceland’s warmth seep into our bones.
Day 7 | August 3 | Husavik | Whales
In the quiet dawn, we wander through landscapes molded by fire and ash, visiting Hverir’s steaming fields, Grjótagjá’s secret pools, and Hverfjall’s crater, ancient and solemn. After a hearty breakfast, we prepare for an evening unlike any other in Húsavík, the whale-watching capital. As the sun dips, we embark on the waters, where gentle giants breach and spout, and our cameras seek to capture the soul of these creatures against the twilight sky.
Day 8 | August 4 | Akureyri | Return
The road calls us to Akureyri, a town nestled beneath mountains that seem to touch the heavens. We wander its streets, absorbing the spirit of Iceland’s northern heart, then set forth toward Kirkjufell, the mystical mountain that rises like a sentinel over the landscape. As night falls, we capture this legendary peak, silhouetted against a sky painted in the soft, fading light—a memory etched in the stillness of the Icelandic dusk.
Day 9 | August 5 | Reykjavík | Shopping
With the dawn, we greet the land one final time, capturing Reykjavík’s landscapes before the city awakens. After breakfast, we return to Reykjavík, where the modern and mythical intertwine. The day is ours to explore, to collect treasures and memories that hold the spirit of this island. In the evening, we venture through Reykjavík’s streets, immortalizing its urban charm through our lenses, a fitting end to our Icelandic odyssey.
Day 10 | August 6 | Blue Lagoon | Hot Springs, Relaxation
Today, we retreat to the Blue Lagoon, a sanctuary where geothermal waters soothe the weary traveler. We sink into warmth, letting the waters restore us, and gaze at the mist rising from the lagoon as if the earth itself were breathing. Tonight, a farewell dinner awaits, a final gathering of shared stories and laughter, a moment to say goodbye to this land that has given us so much.
Day 11 | August 7 | International Return Flight
As dawn breaks, we prepare to leave Iceland’s embrace, hearts and cameras full of memories. The journey home begins, but the spirit of Iceland will remain with us—a land of ice and fire, captured forever in the stories we carry and the images we have made.
OUR PHOTO TOUR INCLUDES::
OUR PHOTO TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE::
We will begin an immersive photographic adventure in nature where you will discover and tell your version of your story through your photographs. We have some recommendations that will be very useful when choosing your equipment depending on the approach you want to explore. We want to travel comfortably and protect our equipment. We’ll give you some tips on what to keep in mind.
Follow instructions: Above all others, the most important rule to live by while exploring is to observe and follow all oral instructions given by the tour leader, or lodge or station staff.
Protect yourself from the sun at all times: During the explorations we will be exposed to high, low temperatures or humid tropical climates, it is recommended to bring all the elements that protect from the sun such as hats or caps, collars, sunscreen and long sleeve shirts.
Basics: You should know and handle the basics of manual photography (aperture, speeds, ISO, focal range). If you do not know these concepts, we recommend you take our basic photography course where you will receive an Introduction to Photography before the photographic tour.
Protect your equipment from humidity: Reduce the impact of temperature changes, try to keep the battery out of the camera, this can reduce electronic damage and prolong your charge. Carry dry bags that allow you to keep your equipment isolated from the weather conditions. It is always advisable to carry silica gel, these absorb moisture. After working days you can put your equipment in the dry bag and add plenty of silica gel to absorb the moisture retained by your camera.
Take care of your belongings: All our favorite destinations are safe to travel to. You should always be vigilant and take care of your valuable items whenever you find yourself in crowded bus stations, busy city streets and bustling markets.
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