North East Tasmania Photo Tours
North East Tasmania Photography Tour Summer Dates: Jan ( Includes Lavender Fields & Bay Of Fires) 7 Days
3 min - 6 max led by Alfonso Calero - photographer, tutor and guide.
Dates: Jan 8 - 14 & Dec 10 - 16, 2024
Pricing
AUD$3900 (Twin Share)
AUD $4900 (Single room)
Some Shared Bathroom
Payment by Bank Transfer
Day 1 - Launceston Airport to Cradle Mountain National Park, Dove Lake Afternoon/Evening Shoot. The many moods of the lake along with the boat shed can be our focus for our first of many shoots in this Jurassic Mountain-Scape. The Dolorite Geology and changing textures of flora are always different in each season.
Day 2 - Sunrise Shoot at Dove Lake. With our head lamps on at the crack of the sparrows fart we will awaken with a glorious sunrise. The stillness of the lake and the dramatic skies always promises to be a relaxing and memorable experience.
Day 3 - Arthur's Lake Afternoon/Evening Shoot + Editing. Also known as the drowned forest. This place nestled up in the highland lakes offers a unique landscape. An anglers paradise for trout fishing. Hydro Tasmania pumps water from these lakes back to the mainland. The eerie melancholic look of the Gum trees and the calm water contrast for the ultimate slow shutter shot.
Day 4 - Arthur's Lake Sunrise Shoot + Freycinet National Park Afternoon/Evening Shoot. At Coles Bay in Freycinet National Park at Honeymoon Bay works well for a sunset shoot. If we are lucky with clear skies we may even catch some astrophotography.
Astrophotography: Wherever we have a clear night and not much light pollution is where we need to shoot astrophotography.
Day 5 - Sunrise Sleepy Bay + Bicheno late morning shoot. Good non slip shoes and sturdy tripod work best in these situations. Scouting the exact spot and knowing our terrain will be very helpful. In Bicheno we will be using our darker filters like a 6 or 10 stop. Bring a small towel and prepare for a little splash by the blowhole. We will then travel to the Bay of Fires to spend the night.
Day 5 - Bay Of Fires & Binalong Bay is such as serene and pristine oasis. A change of tides and variety of light will give us a chance to master composition. Once again we will aim for a sunset and sunrise shoot at two different locations.
Day 6 - In the Bay of Fires Conservation Area we will be up at the crack of dawn to capture a sunrise in Binalong Bay. For breakfast we will pass through Pyngenna Dairy Farm Cafe & Saint Columba Falls State Reserve for some waterfall (weather permitting) photography. Late afternoon until sunset at Bridstowe Lavender fields followed by some dusk photography. Fingers crossed the weather will be beautiful. We might even prepare a picnic hamper for dinner under the stars.
Day 7 - Sunrise at Bridport Pier followed by breakfast in Bridport and a leisurely drive to Launceston. Depending on your departure flight time we can also explore some other areas nearby and in Launceston City. I prefer this 100 + year old port. You will also discover nearby why Barnbougle Dunes Golf Links is rated as one of Australia’s best golf courses along a beach side walk.
Price includes
All ground transport
All 3 Star Accommodation
All Tuition (6 hours per day), photography, tour-guiding & driving
NOT included:
Flights and Hotel Transfers
All Meals
Entrance Fees
Travel Insurance
Flights should be booked separately once your Tour booking is confirmed.
Points of Difference:
Very small group
Learn at your own pace one on one
Hand-picked BEST locations
Led by an experienced photographer/guide/tutor - Alfonso Calero
Truly authentic travel experience - a trip of lifetime!
Tour highlights
Watching the sunset at Freycinet National Park.
Visiting a Lavender Farm.
Exploring Bay Of Fires.
Long Seascape Exposures during the day.
Discover the beauty of Bridport pier.
Chasing a sunrise at Sleepy Bay.
If you love travel and photography, our Tasmania Photography Tour is a chance to experience some of the world's most spectacular landscapes while learning to photograph it.
We will learn:
Master Composition
Landscape Photography
Seascape Photography (Long Exposure, Filter Use, Fast Exposure)
Waterfall Photography
Astrophotography
Advanced Editing Techniques (i.e. Focus Stacking, Bracketing, Composite, Luminosity Masking, H.D.R. & Panorama Stitch)
Deposit and Cancellation Policy (per person)
A deposit of $AUD500 per person is required to secure booking
Cancellation More than 120 days before a trip: 100% refund
Cancellation Between 120 and 30 days: 50% refund
Cancellation Less than 30 days: 0% refund
Final payment is due 120 days before the workshop/trip starts.
What to Bring: Photographic & General Gear
DSLR or hybrid digital camera
Wide angle lens 18-24mm & 24 - 70mm range
Tripod & Cable Release
Dependable Portable External Drive
Laptop and power supply
Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop
ND Variable Filter 10 stops
Up to 20 kg luggage and appropriate clothing
Spiked Rubber Boots & Water Proof Pants & Jacket
Moderate Level of Fitness is required with around 10,000-15,000 steps a day (3hrs) and uneven surfaces