WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Pre-workshop Personal Skype Session – Before all of our destination workshops, you can benefit from a personal Q&A Skype session at your convenience with Andrew, to ask any questions you might have about your upcoming trip. This is immensely helpful to gat to know your instructor, and to making sure you feel prepared for the great adventure ahead!

• Welcome Packet - You will receive your personalized welcome packet 2-6 weeks before the workshop with maps, helpful local info, nature facts, FAQ’s, technical photography information on what we will be discussing, a comprehensive list of what to bring, and more.

• Park Related Fees – We believe in and support our National Parks system all over the world. Any park fees related to our travel are taken care of on your behalf.

• Numerous Guided Hikes – We will embark on at least one hike per day through the intensely beautiful landscape of the Andes Mountains and Patagonian Steppe. We will explore the myriad flora and fauna of both ecosystems, shooting anything and everything in nature, discussing a wide range of photographic tips and techniques.

• Wildlife Safari - One of the days in Torres Del Paine, we will shift our focus on wildlife. From guanacos (wild lamas) to pumas, andean condors to chilean flamingos, the possibilities are endless!

• 9 Nights Lodging, water, and snacks – We will stay together, either at quaint, remote hotels or home rentals. All rooms are double occupancy, but single occupancy rooms may be available for an extra charge. Also, plenty of bottled water and snacks throughout the day will be provided.

• Image Reviews + Post-Processing Instruction - We will spend some good time on image critiques plus help with post-processing and workflow.

What’s NOT Included? Meals are not included, though we will eat together as much as possible, since it's a great chance to continue talking shop. Transportation to and from El Calafate Airport is also not included, as well as anything not specifically listed above. Travel insurance can be purchased separately, HERE, but not necessary.

ROUGH ITINERARY

Due to unpredictable changes in weather and movement of wildlife, etc., our schedule remains flexible and subject to change.  However, our start and end times are set in stone so each student can plan their travel accordingly.

Friday - 

• Arrival in El Calafate, the gateway to Argentine Patagonia. Settle into your hotel with views of Lago Argentino.

• Afternoon: Orientation session to meet the group and photography guide, followed by a discussion on camera settings and composition techniques for the Patagonian environment.

• Evening: Sunset photography at Lago Argentino, capturing reflections of the Andes in the lake’s still waters.

• Overnight: El Calafate

Saturday - 

• Morning: Early departure to Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park. Spend the morning shooting the glacier’s towering blue ice walls and the surrounding mountains.

• Afternoon: Take a boat tour for a close-up view of the glacier, capturing ice calving and the glacier’s intricate textures.

• Evening: Optional evening shoot from the glacier viewpoint, where you can experiment with long-exposure shots of ice formations.

• Overnight: El Calafate

Sunday -  

• Morning: Scenic drive to El Chaltén, Patagonia’s trekking capital, with stops along the way for landscape photography at La Leona River and Viedma Lake.

• Afternoon: Settle into the lodge in El Chaltén. Head out for your first photography session of Mount Fitz Roy at Laguna Capri, capturing its jagged peaks reflecting in the lake.

• Evening: Golden hour photography along Rio de las Vueltas, focusing on the dynamic mountain range and winding river.

• Overnight: El Chaltén

Monday -

• Morning: Full-day guided trek to Laguna de los Tres, one of Patagonia’s most iconic viewpoints. Photograph Mount Fitz Roy towering over the turquoise lake, with opportunities to capture panoramic landscapes along the trail.

• Afternoon: Spend time around the lake capturing detail shots of the surrounding glaciers, wildlife, and alpine scenery.

• Evening: Hike back down, with sunset photography at Mirador Fitz Roy, where the setting sun paints the mountain in glowing hues.

• Overnight: El Chaltén

Tuesday -

• Morning: Photography trek to Cerro Torre, a jagged spire of granite and one of Patagonia’s most dramatic peaks. Capture reflections in Laguna Torre, framed by icebergs and glaciers.

• Afternoon: Spend time exploring the glacier-fed lagoon, photographing the dynamic interplay of water, ice, and mountains.

• Evening: Sunset photography session along the Mirador del Torre trail, focusing on the interplay of light and shadows over the jagged peaks.

• Overnight: El Chaltén

Wednesday -

• Morning: Drive from El Chaltén to Torres del Paine National Park, Chile. This journey takes you through stunning Patagonian steppe landscapes and across the border.

• Afternoon: Arrival at Torres del Paine. Photograph the Paine Massif as it dominates the skyline, with stops at scenic viewpoints like Lago Sarmiento and Laguna Amarga.

• Evening: Sunset photography at Lake Pehoé, capturing the vivid colors reflected in the lake with the jagged peaks of Cuernos del Paine in the background.

• Overnight: Torres del Paine National Park

Thursday -

• Morning: Early start for a wildlife photography safari, focusing on spotting and capturing guanacos, Andean condors, foxes, and, if lucky, the elusive puma.

• Afternoon: Continue to photograph the diverse landscapes of Torres del Paine, including waterfalls, glacial rivers, and rolling hills.

• Evening: Golden hour and sunset photography at Salto Grande Waterfall, capturing the powerful flow of water with the Paine massif in the background.

• Overnight: Torres del Paine National Park

Friday -

• Morning: Travel to Lake Grey to see Grey Glacier, one of the most impressive glaciers in Patagonia. Capture massive icebergs and dramatic glacier calving.

• Afternoon: Spend time exploring the shores of Lake Grey, photographing the deep blue icebergs and surrounding landscapes.

• Evening: Return to your lodge, with optional night photography session to capture the southern stars and Milky Way over the Paine Massif.

• Overnight: Torres del Paine National Park

Saturday -

• Morning: Start early for a full-day hike to the base of Torres del Paine, one of the most iconic locations in Patagonia. The trek provides ample opportunities to capture the dramatic scenery.

• Afternoon: Upon reaching the base, photograph the three granite towers reflected in the turquoise glacial lake.

• Evening: Return hike with sunset photography at Lago Nordenskjöld or another scenic vista.

• Overnight: Torres del Paine National Park

Sunday -

• Morning: Final sunrise photography session at Mirador Condor or Laguna Azul, capturing the last glimpses of the Paine Massif bathed in early morning light.

• Afternoon: Drive back to El Calafate for your flight home, with stops for wildlife or landscape photography along the way.

Itinerary subject to change by Slaton