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