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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to our photography tour in the Land of Fire and Ice, Iceland. A land of awe-inspiring beauty and endless photographic opportunities. This tour is designed for photographers of all levels who are seeking to capture the raw and untouched landscapes of Iceland's western fjords, southern coasts and eastern territories, which are known for their dramatic mountain ranges, rugged coastlines, and stunning waterfalls. Led by experienced driver and professional landscape photographer, you will embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Iceland's natural wonders. From the rugged peaks of Vestrahorn to the towering mountain of Kirkjufell and majestic glaciers of Vatnajokull, you will witness the unique beauty and untamed wilderness that Iceland is famous for. We will drive from Keflavik to the west to visit Snaefellsnes peninsula and stay for a few days there capturing landscapes around Kirkjufell. Then we will continue our journey back to the south to discover the vast and beautiful southern coast. Then we will journey to the east and photograph epic locations like glacier lagoons, black beach lined with ice and the epic mountain range of Vestrahorn. So grab your camera, pack your bags, and join us on this extraordinary photography tour in Iceland. Every night, you will have the opportunity to capture breathtaking images of the Northern Lights as they dance across the sky in a symphony of colors. |
DATE
21st to 30th March 2025 DURATION 10 days & 9 nights START Keflavik Airport, Iceland END Keflavik Airport, Iceland AIRPORT ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE Keflavik International Airport (Iceland) REGIONS IN ICELAND West, South, East SEASON Winter GROUP SIZE 4 - 8 including the tour leader and driver ACCOMMODATION Hotels, apartments or cabins FITNESS LEVEL Easy LANGUAGE English TOUR LEADER / DRIVER Francis Ansing ADDITIONAL DRIVER Harold Britos |
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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
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March 20 (Day 0 Arrival in KEF)
Suggested arrival in Keflavik Airport (KEF) in the morning. Possible Blue Lagoon visit and relaxation in the afternoon. Book Aurora Hotel or Courtyard by Marriot. March 21 (Day 1 Official Start / KEF to Kirkufell) Pick up at your hotel around 9:00-10:00 AM. We will drive to our hotel in Snaefellsnes Peninsula and check in. Possible sunset visit in Kirkjufell. Northern Lights chase in the evening. March 22 (Day 2 / Snaefellsnes) Sunrise visit in Kirkjufell. After breakfast, we will drive to further west to photograph more of the Peninsula. We will photograph locations such as Budir Black Church, Arnarstapi cliffs, Londrangar and Ingjaldsholskirkja. Northern Lights chase in the evening. March 23 (Day 3 / Kirkjufell to Vik) Long drive to Vik after doing another sunrise visit at Kirkjufell. In the afternoon we will go to places like Skogafoss waterfalls and Dyrholaey. Northern Lights chase in the evening. |
March 24 (Day 4 Vik to Jokulsarlon)
After visiting Vyk i Myrdal church and Reynisdrangar during sunrise, we will resume our journey to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Possible sunset visit at the Diamond Beach. Northern Lights chase in the evening. March 25 (Day 5 Jokulsarlon) Full day of shooting around Fjallsarlon Lagoon, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. Northern Lights chase in the evening. Another night in Hali Country Hotel. March 26 (Day 6 Jokulsarlon to Vestrahorn) We will have one more morning shoot in Jokulsarlon before we check out and head to Hofn. Check in at our hotel in Hofn. Sunset shoot in Vestrahorn. Northern Lights chase in the evening. March 27 (Day 7 Vestrahorn, Eystrahorn) Sunrise shoot in Vestrahorn. After lunch, we will drive northeast to photograph Skutafoss in the afternoon and Eystrahorn during sunset. Northern Lights chase in the evening. |
March 28 (Day 8 Vestrahorn to Vik)
After breakfast and one more sunrise visit at Vestrahorn, we will head back to Vik. It will be a long drive. We will check in at our hotel in the afternoon. We will head to Reynisdrangar for sunset shoot. Northern Lights chase in the evening. March 29 (Day 9 Vik to Reykjavik) Head back to Keflavik. Visit Reykjanesta sea stacks, Seljalandsfoss, Godafoss and downtown Reykjavik on the way back to the hotel. Northern Lights chase in the evening. March 30 (Day 10 Official End) Head to Keflavik Airport for departure. |
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TOUR COST
2950 USD or the equivalent in PHP (double / twin room rate) 3750 USD or the equivalent in PHP (single room rate) Monthly Installment Plan is available. Please enquire. WHAT'S INCLUDED? ✓ Twin accommodations for 9 nights ✓ Transportation service for 9 days ✓ Parking fees ✓ Breakfast at specific hotels ✓ 1 Tour leader and driver |
NOT INCLUDED
X Accommodation outside the tour date X International flights X Bottled water, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages and the likes X Personal and incidental expenses X Meals X Visa fees X Travel insurance X Laundry |
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PAYMENT AND RESERVATION
1. 500 USD or the equivalent in Php down payment or deposit is required upon registration. Down payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. Monthly installment plan is available. Please message us if you want to avail of this payment scheme.
3. Down payment can be done using credit or debit cards. Click the "RESERVE NOW" link below.
4. If you are paying the down payment via wire/bank transfer, please send it to any of the bank account below and e-mail the proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]. Indicate the following on your e-mail: your full name, photography tour name.
5. After payment, please fill up this REGISTRATION FORM.
6. We will send a receipt of payment and PDFs containing more information about the photo tour.
7. The balance is required to be fully settled 90 days before the first day of the tour. You may send the balance through wire/bank transfer or using credit/debit cards via secure PayPal payment link.
1. 500 USD or the equivalent in Php down payment or deposit is required upon registration. Down payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. Monthly installment plan is available. Please message us if you want to avail of this payment scheme.
3. Down payment can be done using credit or debit cards. Click the "RESERVE NOW" link below.
4. If you are paying the down payment via wire/bank transfer, please send it to any of the bank account below and e-mail the proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]. Indicate the following on your e-mail: your full name, photography tour name.
5. After payment, please fill up this REGISTRATION FORM.
6. We will send a receipt of payment and PDFs containing more information about the photo tour.
7. The balance is required to be fully settled 90 days before the first day of the tour. You may send the balance through wire/bank transfer or using credit/debit cards via secure PayPal payment link.
FOR BANK/WIRE TRANSFERS, PLEASE USE ANY OF THE ACCOUNTS BELOW
Bank: UnionBank of the Philippines (PESO ACCOUNT)
Account Name: Shutter Adventures Co
Account Number: 0005-8002-0812
BIC/Swift Code: UBPHPHMM
Bank Code: 010419995
Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (US DOLLAR ACCOUNT)
Account Name: Francis Eneria Ansing
Account: 3254-0482-07
BIC/Swift Code: BOPIPHMM
Bank Code: 010040018
Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (PESO ACCOUNT)
Account Name: Francis Eneria Ansing
Account: 9809-2077-33
BIC/Swift Code: BOPIPHMM
Bank Code: 010040018
Bank: BDO, Unibank, Inc. (PESO ACCOUNT)
Account Name: Francis Eneria Ansing
Account Number: 008180116757
BIC/Swift Code: BNORPHMM
Bank Code: 010530667
Paypal
[email protected]
G-Cash
Francis Ansing
09177302505
Bank: UnionBank of the Philippines (PESO ACCOUNT)
Account Name: Shutter Adventures Co
Account Number: 0005-8002-0812
BIC/Swift Code: UBPHPHMM
Bank Code: 010419995
Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (US DOLLAR ACCOUNT)
Account Name: Francis Eneria Ansing
Account: 3254-0482-07
BIC/Swift Code: BOPIPHMM
Bank Code: 010040018
Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (PESO ACCOUNT)
Account Name: Francis Eneria Ansing
Account: 9809-2077-33
BIC/Swift Code: BOPIPHMM
Bank Code: 010040018
Bank: BDO, Unibank, Inc. (PESO ACCOUNT)
Account Name: Francis Eneria Ansing
Account Number: 008180116757
BIC/Swift Code: BNORPHMM
Bank Code: 010530667
Paypal
[email protected]
G-Cash
Francis Ansing
09177302505
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THINGS TO BRING
- Travel document (passport) - Warm clothing for 10 days (there are available laundry at some locations, please pack judiciously) - Winter jacket (down, waterproof, windproof) - Warm pants - Winter shoes - Warm bonnet - Winter gloves - Warm socks - Balaclava - Moisturizer - Lip moisturizer - Flashlight or headlamp - Personal medicines - Pocket money - Cellular phone - Wifi - Pocket money or credit card - Snow spikes for shoes |
CAMERA GEAR
- Camera body (mirrorless or DSLR) - Lenses (ultra-wide, standard zoom, telephoto) - Sturdy tripod - Filters (CPL, NDs and GND) - Extra batteries - Extra memory cards - Rain protector - Laptop - External hard drive |