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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to a journey like no other—an unforgettable summer photography adventure through the land of fire and ice. Iceland, with its endless golden light, dramatic landscapes, and abundant wildlife, offers the perfect canvas for photographers of all levels. This carefully crafted tour will take you across some of the most iconic and photogenic regions of the country, from the legendary Golden Circle to the remote beauty of the Eastern Fjords and the wildlife-rich shores of the North. Our adventure begins in the heart of Iceland’s most famous route—the Golden Circle. Here, we’ll capture the explosive power of Geysir, the cascading majesty of Gullfoss, and the rift valley beauty of Þingvellir National Park, where tectonic plates drift apart. These iconic sites offer both grand vistas and intimate details for your lens to explore. Next, we head south toward the charming village of Vík, a haven for dramatic coastal photography. Marvel at the black sand beaches of Reynisfjara, the basalt sea stacks of Reynisdrangar, and the roaring waterfalls of Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, where we can even shoot from behind the curtain of water. Continuing eastward, we arrive at the mesmerizing Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where floating icebergs drift toward the sea, and Diamond Beach, where the ice glitters like jewels on black volcanic sand. Close by, the fishing town of Höfn offers breathtaking views of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, and a chance to capture the ethereal blue tones of Iceland's icy heart. As we journey north, we’ll explore the volcanic wonders and geothermal marvels of Northern Iceland. Highlights include the steaming fumaroles of Hverir, the otherworldly landscapes around Lake Mývatn, and the powerful Dettifoss, Europe’s most forceful waterfall. This region also offers excellent opportunities to photograph whales and explore charming towns like Húsavík. The hidden gems of the Eastern Fjords will offer a quieter, more remote photography experience. Jagged mountains plunge into serene coastal inlets, and tiny villages like Seyðisfjörður provide colorful architecture set against dramatic landscapes. This region is also one of the best places to spot reindeer and arctic foxes. No Iceland summer tour would be complete without photographing the beloved puffins. These charming seabirds nest along Iceland’s cliffs during the summer months, especially in areas like Borgarfjörður Eystri and Dyrhólaey, where their bright beaks and comical behavior make for unforgettable wildlife shots. With nearly 24 hours of daylight during midsummer, you’ll have ample time to chase the perfect shot—whether it's golden-hour light stretching late into the night, mist rising off a waterfall, or a puffin taking flight. Join us for an inspiring, immersive photography tour through one of the most breathtaking places on Earth. |
DATE
1st to 14th August 2026 DURATION 14 days & 13 nights START Keflavik Airport, Iceland END Keflavik Airport, Iceland AIRPORT ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE Keflavik International Airport (Iceland) REGIONS IN ICELAND Ring Road (South, West, North, East) SEASON Summer GROUP SIZE 4 - 8 including the tour leader and driver ACCOMMODATION 3-4 star hotels FITNESS LEVEL Easy LANGUAGE English TOUR LEADER / DRIVER Francis Ansing ADDITIONAL DRIVER Harold Britos / Michael Atienza |
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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
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August 1 (Day 1 Arrival in KEF)
Arrive in the afternoon in Keflavik Airport (KEF). Take a taxi to Konvin Hotel Keflavik. August 2 (Day 2 KEF to Golden Circle) Shooting locations: Gulfoss, Bruarfoss, Oxararfoss August 3 (Day 3 / Golden Circle to Vik) Shooting locations: Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss, Dyrholaey August 4 (Day 4 / Vik) Shooting locations: Puffins, Dyrholaey, Black Beach, Sigoldugljufur August 5 (Day 5 / Vik to Jokulsarlon) Shooting locations: Renisdrangar, Vik y Myrdal Church, Jokulsarlon Lagoon, Diamond Beach |
August 6 (Day 6 Jokulsarlon to Vestrahorn)
Shooting locations: Jokulsarlon Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Vestrahorn August 7 (Day 7 Vestrahorn to Egilsstadir) Shooting locations: Vestrahorn, Eystrahorn. Folaldafoss, Gufufoss August 8 (Day 8 Egilsstadir to Myvatn) Shooting locations: Arctic Henge, Selfoss, Dettifoss August 9 (Day 9 Myvatn) Shooting locations: Aldeyjarfoss, Godafoss, Husavik Arch August 10 (Day 10 Myvatn to Blonduos) Shooting locations: Aldeyjarfoss, Godafoss, Hvitserkur |
August 11 (Day 11 Blonduos to Snaefellsnes)
Shooting locations: Puffins in the west fjords, Kirkjufellsfoss August 12 (Day 12 Snaefellsnes) Shooting locations: Kirkjufellsfoss, Total Solar Eclipse, Puffins in the west fjords August 13 (Day 13 Snaefellsnes to Keflavik) Shooting locations: Anarstapi, Londragar August 14 (Day 14 Official End) Head to Keflavik Airport for departure |
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TOUR COST
4750 USD or the equivalent in PHP (double / twin room rate) 5950 USD or the equivalent in PHP (single room rate) Monthly Installment Plan is available. Please enquire. WHAT'S INCLUDED? ✓ Twin accommodations for 13 nights ✓ Transportation service for 13 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]
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]
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THINGS TO BRING
- Travel document (passport) - Comfortable clothing for 10 days (there are available laundry at some locations, please pack judiciously) - Rain jacket (waterproof, windproof) - Comfortable pants - Trekking shoes - Bonnet - 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, supertelephoto) - Sturdy tripod - Filters (CPL, NDs, solar filter and GND) - Extra batteries - Extra memory cards - Rain protector - Laptop - External hard drive |