ICELAND PHOTO TOUR

€ 8600

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Capture dramatic icy landscapes, impressive waterfalls and geysers.

Resting at the edge of the Arctic Circle and nicknamed the land of fire and ice, Iceland guarantees magical landscapes interweaved by cultural villages.

Join us on this Iceland photo tour; an exploration of the country’s most striking scenery. You’ll be surrounded by mighty waterfalls, icy lakes, stunning seascapes, and black sand beaches and territories covered by volcanic detritus. No matter where you look, every glimpse of Iceland inspires photography.

QUICK FACTS
Iceland
Feb 4 – 17, 2025
Landscape Photography
Leader: Emil von Maltitz & Nick van de Wiel
Group Size: Max. 6
All Photography Levels
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Map of Iceland
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Beguiling Kirkjufell mountain

Photograph the beguiling Kirkjufell mountain and the eternally dramatic skyline of Vestrahorn Mountain

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Jokulsarlon Lagoon/h5> Capture icebergs jostling for space in Jokulsarlon Lagoon, and fantasy-like sea stacks off the dramatic cliffs of Vic
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Photograph quaint villages
Visit and photograph quaint villages that are scattered amongst Iceland’s striking landscapes
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Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss Waterfalls
Photograph amazing waterfalls that belie the imagination at Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss
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Photographic Tutoring
Enjoy photographic tutoring by two professional photographers
  1. Beguiling Kirkjufell mountain
  2. Jokulsarlon Lagoon
  3. Photograph quaint villages
  4. Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss Waterfalls
  5. Photographic Turtoring
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THE DESTINATION

We’ll start our trip by visiting the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Kirkjufellfoss mountain and waterfall, and Hellnar’s iconic churches. The water cascade and the dried, ancient texture of the lava fields create memorable landscape photography opportunities. We’ll then explore Kirkjufell mountain, where we will spend the day photographing the striking Kirkjufellfoss waterfall. From there, we’ll travel to the Southern Region, which might get a little chilly! 

Throughout this Iceland Photo your, we’ll stop at quaint locations to learn about Icelandic culture, climb glaciers to get in touch with our intrepid side, and stop to photograph the suggestive landscapes when the light is at its best. This photography workshop will consist of a full photographic exploration of a country with a truly unique character.

The southern part of Iceland is where we find most of the country’s photographic highlights. We’ll visit the Blue Lagoon, Stampahraun Lava Field, and Reykjanes Light House. The natural underground water source of the lagoon and the dried, ancient texture of the lava fields make for stunning landscape photography opportunities. We’ll also have a chance to visit the Gunnuhver Mud Pool, which provides an experience not to be missed; you can go for a swim in pools of vitamin-enriched mud naturally heated by volcanic activity under the Earth’s surface.

We’ll then explore Iceland’s stunning coast, where we will spend the day photographing the striking and best known waterfall in the country, Seljalandsfoss. From there, we’ll travel to the East Region where we will take a boat ride in the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, a relatively recent body of water formed by rising temperatures melting the glacial ice into a massive pool of water. Touring the lagoon by boat will allow you to get the closest to the floating glaciers as possible, producing the best results in your photographs.

During the entire Iceland photo tour, you’ll have the privilege to be guided by professional photographers Emil von Maltitz and Nick van de Wiel, who will provide personalized photographic tutoring. The combination of Iceland’s breathtaking beauty and their competency will leave you with inspiration, improved skills, and a collection of impressive photographs. This Iceland photo tour is suitable for photographers of all levels, and the small group size will guarantee enough personal guidance for every participant.

If you are interested in landscapes but don’t want to tour Iceland. Have a look at our other landscape workshops.

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YOUR 12-DAY ITINERARY

Day 1 : Arrival at Keflavik International Airport

After arriving in the KEF International airport, we will spend the first night in the Capital, Reykjavik, giving everyone a chance to arrive as well as get a look at the Scandinavian-styled city.

Day 2 - 4: Snaefellsnes Peninsula & Kirkjufell Mountain

Our first destination will be the Snaefellsnes Peninsula with it’s rock arches and sea-stacks, classic waterfalls and the iconic Kirkjufell mountain. On our way, we will see many naturally occurring landscapes begging to be photographed. The scenery is ideal to capture Iceland’s stark contrasts, being composed of sparkling fjords, dramatic volcanic peaks, sheer sea cliffs, sweeping golden beaches and crunchy lava flows.

 

We will spend three nights on the peninsula giving ample opportunity to photograph these incredible features.

Day 5 - 7: Vik

From Snaefellsness we will travel to Vik, which offers a wonderful stepping off point for some of the most famous waterfalls on the island as well as the famous Black Beach and Rhynisdrangar rock features.

Day 8 & 9: Aurora at Vestrahorn Mountain

 After this, we will head to the east of the Island to Vestrahorn Mountain for two nights. Possibly the most exciting part of the trip for most, we will be here to photograph the aurora dancing over the mountain and reflecting over the still waters of Stokksnes.

Day 10 - 12: Diamond Beach & Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon

We will spend three nights near the Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon – a bucket list location for many landscape photographers. This is also where the renowned Diamond Beach is located. 

Day 13: Return to Reykjavik

On the last day, we will return to Reykjavik for a rest day, allowing you to take it all in and prepare for your departure – leaving ample time in case of storms that may delay flights.

QUICK FACTS
Iceland
Feb 4 – 17, 2025
Landscape Photography
Leader: Emil von Maltitz & Nick van de Wiel
Group Size: Max. 6
All Photography Levels

€ 8600

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(single supplement available on request)

INCLUDES
  • All scheduled meals during the trip
  • Lodges and hotels
  • All transport during the tour
  • Superjeep trip to Thorsmork Valley
  • Airport transfers
  • Entrance fees
  • Photographic tutoring by Emil von Maltitz and Nick van de Wiel
EXCLUDES
  • Flights to and from Iceland
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Drinks
  • Items of a personal nature
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RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

For this Iceland photography workshop, Tyrone recommends the following equipment:

  • SLR camera
  • A range of lenses; ideally including a wide angle lens
  • Tripod or bean bag
  • Sturdy camera bag
  • Laptop if you’re keen to improve your post-production skills, and/or if you’d like to review your images with Tyrone

WORKSHOP LEADER

photographer Emil von Maltitz

Emil von Maltitz is an internationally recognized South African landscape photographer and member of the International Environmental Photographers Association. He has been involved in photography for the better part of the last two decades. After completing his post graduate degree in Anthropology, he opted to pursue his dream and turn his passion for photography into his career. Along with freelance commercial and assignment photography, Emil spends time running a number of photographic workshops. Well-versed and knowledgeable in the Adobe suites, Emil will be able to help and guide in photo-editing and several advanced photographic techniques during the workshop. A particular interest of Emil’s is the theory and practical application of advanced composition in landscape photography, which will be discussed at length during the workshop.

Photographer taking photos of the sunset

Nick van de Wiel is originally from The Netherlands, where he graduated with a BSc and an MSc in biology before moving to South Africa. He and Emil met and began to work together in 2008. Nick is the owner and operator of Tailor Made Safaris with their head office based in St. Lucia, South Africa. He is an accomplished photographer, writer, biologist and a FGASA Level 3 expert nature guide, teaching photographic workshops independently or with Limephoto in the Drakensberg, Zululand, Wild Coast, Namibia, Madagascar and Iceland. He is well known for his inventive teaching methods and, although technically very able, both ‘in camera’ as well as with post processing, Nick is very focused on the creative as well as meditative aspect of photography.

€ 7950

pp sharing

(single supplement might be available – please enquire)

INCLUDES
  • All scheduled meals during the trip
  • Lodges and hotels
  • All transport during the tour
  • Superjeep trip to Thorsmork Valley
  • Airport transfers
  • Entrance fees
  • Photographic tutoring by Emil von Maltitz and Nick van de Wiel
EXCLUDES
  • Flights to and from Iceland
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Drinks
  • Items of a personal nature

WORKSHOP LEADER

photographer Emil von Maltitz

Emil von Maltitz is an internationally recognized South African landscape photographer and member of the International Environmental Photographers Association. He has been involved in photography for the better part of the last two decades. After completing his post graduate degree in Anthropology, he opted to pursue his dream and turn his passion for photography into his career. Along with freelance commercial and assignment photography, Emil spends time running a number of photographic workshops. Well-versed and knowledgeable in the Adobe suites, Emil will be able to help and guide in photo-editing and several advanced photographic techniques during the workshop. A particular interest of Emil’s is the theory and practical application of advanced composition in landscape photography, which will be discussed at length during the workshop.

Photographer taking photos of the sunset

Nick van de Wiel is originally from The Netherlands, where he graduated with a BSc and an MSc in biology before moving to South Africa. He and Emil met and began to work together in 2008. Nick is the owner and operator of Tailor Made Safaris with their head office based in St. Lucia, South Africa. He is an accomplished photographer, writer, biologist and a FGASA Level 3 expert nature guide, teaching photographic workshops independently or with Limephoto in the Drakensberg, Zululand, Wild Coast, Namibia, Madagascar and Iceland. He is well known for his inventive teaching methods and, although technically very able, both ‘in camera’ as well as with post processing, Nick is very focused on the creative as well as meditative aspect of photography.

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