Join me on this 8-day summer photo tour to capture the most amazing locations in the Highlands of Iceland – from stunning waterfalls to majestic mountains, black sand deserts, epic canyons, dramatic lava fields and braided rivers.
During this photography adventure, we will capture these incredible landscapes under an ethereal palette of dramatic light and color.
Aimed at photographers of all skill levels – beginner, amateur, or professional – you’ll be sure to come away from this photo tour with a diverse portfolio of images of Iceland. This tour is specifically designed to accommodate drones and therefore bringing a drone is highly recommended.
Highlights:
A focus on Landscape photography in one of the most remote locations in Iceland
Experiencing the diverse landscapes and incredibly remote locations
Powerful waterfalls
Abstract Braided Rivers
Stunning Volcanic landscapes
Volcanic craters and lakes
Incredible Mountains
Learning new skills and advanced photography techniques to make the most of lighting and locations, such as bracketing, focus stacking, and long exposures
A small group so your experience is truly personal, and you get to know your guide and fellow photographers
Dates: 14th August to 21st August 2027
Max number of Participants: 4
Difficulty Level: Easy
Level of Fitness: Minimal - No hiking required.
Physical Difficulty: Easy
Price: 7195 Euros per person in a single room (A discount of 750 Euros will be offered to anyone sharing a room (Friends / Couples), or if two persons of the same gender both choose to share a room.
Note: This price is due to this tour being exclusive (Limited to just 4 participants), taking place in the peak season in Iceland, the need to use a specially equipped vehicle to reach remote locations, and includes the cost of the necessary permits to fly drones at each location.
Note: A 2000 Euro non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking in order to secure the required vehicle and accommodations.
Highlights:
• The Icelandic Highlands are home to some of the most breathtaking and alien landscapes on Earth. You will be surrounded by ancient volcanoes, steaming hot springs, dramatic canyons, majestic waterfalls, surreal lakes and much more!
• We will chase the light, ensuring to be in the right place at the right time to capture the best images possible.
• The highlands of Iceland look incredible from the ground, however, they look even better from the air, so make sure to bring a drone with you!
• A small group (Only 4 participants) to ensure a personal experience and avoid getting in each other’s way!
• Learn new techniques and skills from your professional guide.
• Travel in a modified 4x4 vehicle, crossing rivers and travelling across one of the last truly wild places on the planet.
What’s Included:
• 7 Nights’ accommodation in the best locations to enable us to spend more time shooting
• Daily breakfast in hotels
• Transport (Including fuel, parking fees, and tolls)
• All necessary Drone Permits
• One-on-one support for photography
• Theory / Image review sessions
• Both of my E-Books (Mastering Landscape Photography and Mastering Night Sky Photography)
• Access to National Parks
• Access to natural hot springs
• Access to exclusive discounts on gear from our partners
• Limited to just 4 participants to ensure a personal and comfortable trip
What’s not included:
• Travel to and from Iceland
• Travel Insurance
• Meals (Lunch and dinner)
• Drinks
• Snacks
• Gratuities for guides/drivers
Accommodation:
We will be staying in modern and comfortable accommodation throughout the tour. We will have 3 different bases, enabling us to cover a large area of the highlands whilst minimising driving times.
Vehicle:
Due to the rugged nature of the Highlands of Iceland, we need a specially equipped vehicle to enable us to reach the locations we want to shoot at. All the roads in the highlands are gravel roads, these are rough and require us to cross unbridged rivers. For this reason, we will be traveling in a modified Toyota Landcruiser, with bigger wheels and a snorkel. This vehicle will enable us to visit all the locations that regular vehicles aren’t able to reach.
Itinerary:
The itinerary for our tour is subject to change at the discretion of your guide depending on the Icelandic weather, which can be highly unpredictable. We will check the weather forecasts and road conditions and plan our day to optimize shooting conditions. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to visit all the locations on the itinerary, as it is not uncommon for some areas to be inaccessible due to snow or swollen rivers.
Aerial Photography:
Iceland is absolutely stunning from the ground and just as amazing with a birds-eye view of the landscape. There are drone-friendly places, so if you own a drone, you are welcome to bring it along to the tour. Please note that you are solely responsible for your equipment, and are expected to adhere to all rules and regulations as specified by the Icelandic Transport Authority / EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency). Samuel Scicluna Photography and our guides will not be liable for any injury or damage caused to equipment, environment, or people caused by you operating your drone during this tour. Please also note that the wind and weather in Iceland can be sudden and hazardous, so use your judgment and be mindful of the conditions.
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