Nature & Wildlife Photo Tours & Workshops

Tour Locations

Birds of Ecuador and More

Photography Tour

Ecuador is one of the richest places we know for bird photography and on this trip, you will not only photograph at bird blinds designed for photographers but also use high-speed flash to freeze the action of some of the 130 species of diverse and colorful hummingbirds found here. Experience completely different bird species as we visit locations that range from 4,500 to 9,000 feet in elevation. From the valleys of Tandayapa and foothills of Sumaco to the mountain tops of the Andes, this trip will take you on a marvelous tour of bird and habitat diversity.

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We’re currently in the process of planning this Photography Tour.

Spring in the Smokies

Photography Workshop

Develop and expand your photography skills on this fun nature photography workshop in the Smokies during the vibrant spring wildflower season! Hone your skills with hands-on practice, capturing stunning macro shots of wildflowers, sweeping landscapes, and intimate images of waterfalls. You'll also have the chance to photograph spring birds and magnificent black bears. This workshop offers a diverse range of subjects to ignite your creativity and elevate your photography. Explore the beauty of nature while enhancing your skills!

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We’re currently in the process of planning this Photography Workshop.

Bosque Del Apache Flight School

Photography Workshop

It’s time for Flight School! Bosque is the premiere location to learn, practice and hone your flight photography skills. With tens of thousands of Sandhill Cranes and Snow Geese and the backdrop of gorgeous New Mexico landscapes, you will be immersed in a target-rich environment with real time field and classroom instruction and feedback. This is a short but intensive workshop designed to take you from the slow easy flight of Sandhill cranes through to the fast flight of Wigeons and other waterfowl!

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We’re currently in the process of planning this Photography Workshop.

Fall in Michigan’s Pictured Rocks

Photography Workshop

Ablaze with color in the fall, Pictured Rocks is a photographer’s dream. Nestled in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Pictured Rocks National Seashore boasts 15 miles of stunning 200-foot-tall sandstone cliffs, enchanting autumn foliage, numerous picturesque waterfalls, and tranquil lakes shrouded in fog. In this hands-on workshop, we will focus on both intimate and expansive landscapes, sharing tips and techniques in the field to help you capture the magical essence of this breathtaking location in all of its autumn splendor.

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We’re currently in the process of planning this Photography Workshop.

Yellowstone in Fall

Photography Workshop

Yellowstone is a photographer's dream, especially in the fall when vibrant colors create a stunning backdrop for wildlife photography. As bison herds roam the land, bull elk bugle while tending their harems, coyotes forage for food and bears meander along the hillsides, you are presented with a diverse array of subjects and endless inspiration. Throughout the workshop, we will share tips and techniques to help you effectively capture the beauty of the fall season as it unfolds across this rugged landscape

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We’re currently in the process of planning this Photography Workshop.

Yellowstone in Winter 2025, Trip 1

Photography Tour

Experience the magic of Yellowstone in Winter where our main focus is on wildlife photography! Imagine frosty bison wandering through icy steam-veiled geysers, while wolves, otters, bighorn sheep, elk, coyotes, and foxes add life to the breathtaking winter scene. Yellowstone is a nature photographer's paradise, and our photo tour maximizes your wildlife encounters and your time in the park! We work the park from three locations using luxury snowcoaches and a spacious private bus. This targeted access and small group allows you to photograph the stunning scenery and wildlife action as it unfolds before us.

Start: Jan 4 2025

End: Jan 12 2025

6 participants

Full - Registration for 2026 open now

Yellowstone in Winter 2025, Trip 2

Photography Tour

Start: Jan 12 2025

End: Jan 20 2025

6 participants

Full - Registration for 2026 open now

Tanzania Wildlife Adventure 2025

Photography Tour

Ready to be immersed in the abundance of Africa’s wildlife? If you’ve never been to Africa or are just ready for really epic encounters, our Tanzania tour is for you! We’ll take you into some of Africa’s richest wildlife locations. This time of year, the great migration has reached Tanzania - millions of wildebeests, zebras and antelope arrive for calving and big cats are on the prowl. Be amongst the herds, watch babies play, enjoy giraffes roaming the plains, witness the explosive speed of a cheetah! This photo tour is so rich! It’s time to check it off your bucket list (or go again – yes, it’s that good!)

Start: Feb 1 2025

End: Feb 12 2025

7 participants

Full - Registration for 2026 open now

Serengeti Kopjes Extension 2025

Extension of Photo Tour

Discover the breathtaking Central Serengeti Kopjes, where unique terrain offers unparalleled wildlife photography opportunities. Dramatic granite outcroppings rise out of the ocean of grass, creating a unique backdrop against the vast grasslands. Wildebeests, gazelles, giraffe and more roam these plains and cats are on the prowl. The rocky formations are a haven for big cats, where you can capture thrilling moments of ambush and leisure.

Start: Feb 12 2025

End: Feb 15 2025

7 participants

Full

Raptors in Flight, Winter 2025

Photography Workshop

Join us for an immersive two-day workshop focused on developing your skills in photographing birds in flight and doing so against stunning winter backdrops! This hands-on experience allows you to capture breathtaking images of raptors flying between perches in addition to having the chance to photograph them perched for gorgeous portraits. Highlights of this winter session include the chance to photograph Snowy and Great Gray Owls and having wonderful winter conditions as your backdrop.

Start: Feb 22 2025

End: Feb 23 2025

10 participants

Full - Registration for 2026 open now

India – Ultimate Tiger Safari 2025

Photography Tour

Enter the lands where tigers reign! Join us on an unforgettable adventure to two legendary locations to experience tigers: Bandhavgarh and Kanha. On this photo tour, we take you into the most robust populations of tigers anywhere in the world. With our private vehicles and special access permits that include two full-day zone-free game drives, you'll be in position to capture stunning images of these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, alongside the breathtaking landscapes that surround them. Don't miss the chance to create lasting memories!

Start: Feb 25 2025

End: Mar 10 2025

6 participants

Full - Registration for 2026 open now

Costa Rica – A Nature Paradise 2025

Photography Tour

Get ready for an adventure in Costa Rica, where the amazing wildlife will have your memory cards bursting with incredible photos! Designed for all skill levels, you will have plenty of opportunities to play with your photography and pick up new tricks along the way. We’ll help you dive into macro with poison dart frogs, make images of bats and hummingbirds in flight using high-speed flash, and capture the action of stunning birds like the Resplendent Quetzal, macaws, toucans, tanagers, not to mention sloths, monkeys, and other mammals we meet!

Start: Mar 20 2025

End: Mar 31 2025

8 participants

Full - Registration for 2026 open now

Raptors in Flight, Spring 2025

Photography Workshop

Dive into this two-day spring workshop designed to enhance your birds in flight photography skills! This experience allows you to capture breathtaking images of raptors in flight. Highlights of the workshop include photographing these beautiful birds against vibrant green foliage as your backdrop. This is the absolute best time to capture great reflections as the Bald Eagle flies over the pond. In addition, you will have the chance to photograph these raptors, including baby raptors, perched for gorgeous portraits.

Start: May 24 2025

End: May 25 2025

10 participants

1 Spot Left!

Pumas of Patagonia, Chile 2025

Photography Tour

Journey to the edge of the earth where the snow-covered peaks of Torres del Paine tower over the land. It is within this stunning landscape that you will find the highest density of pumas in the world and some of the most stunning and intimate opportunities to photograph them in the wild. Join us on this amazing nature photography tour where you will photograph pumas on foot. Coming face to face with these impressive predators in this gorgeous setting is an unforgettable experience.

Start: Jun 4 2025

End: Jun 12 2025

5 participants

Full - as is 2026 also - Accepting waitlist or you can get on the early announce list.

Alaska – Brown Bears and More 2025

Photography Tour

Are you ready to walk with bears? Join us for an incredible experience, where you'll photograph majestic brown bears in the stunning Lake Clark National Park. Enjoy capturing intimate images of bears against the backdrop of breathtaking snow-capped mountains. We timed this trip for the emergence of mother bears with spring cubs and there’s nothing quite like seeing those little ones exploring and playing. Capture the essence of these magnificent animals in their natural habitat. Walk with bears and create memories of a lifetime!

Start: Jun 24 2025

End: Jun 29 2025

6 participants

Full - Registration for 2026 open now

Gorillas of Rwanda and Uganda 2025

Photography Tour

Gaze into the eyes of a Silverback Mountain Gorilla and you will feel the presence of this magnificent primate. Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife photography tour as we trek through the lush jungles of Rwanda and Uganda, capturing stunning images of these incredible mountain gorillas and other captivating primates. Over the course of four remarkable Gorilla treks together, you will have the chance to spend quality time with these gentle giant and experience profound connections that only a select few ever share.

Start: Jul 16 2025

End: Jul 23 2025

6 participants

Full We do have spots in 2026 - or you can get on the early announce list.

Never Before Offered - New Tours in Development

Get Notified Early

We have been doing some long range planning and in addition to most of our current trips we plan on offering the following adventures over the next few years. To get an early announcement for any of these trips let us know what you are interested in.

List of Gettle Photography Tours in the Planning Stage

Falkland Islands December 2026
Fly-in to Fishing Brown Bears August 2027
Walking with Churchill Polar Bears November, 2027
Columbia January, 2027
Svalbard 2028
Sri Lanka 2028

Tours vs Workshops - What's the Difference?

Photography Tours

Tours are more location based. Photo tours are typically longer and always to amazing photographic destinations. The focus of a photo tour is photography plain and simple. Tours are about total immersion in a place and our creative process.

Our role during a photo tour is to take care of the travel logistics and all of the little details so you can focus on creating images. But, most importantly we will make sure you are in great locations at the right time to create great images. While Steve will often be shooting during a photo tour his images will always be secondary to your images. His main purpose will be to help you get great images. Steve will always be available to answer questions or help solve a problem.

Instruction is a large part of a photo tour. But to get the most out of a photo tour, participants in most tours will want to have an understanding of basic camera operation.

Photography Workshops

Workshops are definitely more instruction based than a tour. Shorter and more intense, workshops are super-charged with creativity and learning.

Group sizes are kept smaller (usually eight or less) in order to provide for more one on one instruction. The main thrust of one of our workshops will always be to spend quality time out in the field learning. Learning to see, learning new techniques, learning to identify and solve photographic problems, and of course making great images. Steve’s role during a workshop will be to help you find and create great images, and to help you see and solve potential problems in the field.

Steve rarely shoots during a workshop and when he does, it will be near the end of the workshop and then to demonstrate how he would solve a problem or handle a particular situation.

The Goal

In the end photography is about seeing, and more importantly, it’s about effectively communicating your vision, and your message, through the images you create. During the course of either a workshop or a photo tour Steve and Nicole will share with you how they see, and give you a better insight into how you see.

After either experience you will more effectively communicate your vision. Your work will speak more clearly without technical flaws and visual distractions that detract from your chosen message.

Hope to see you soon!

Steve and Nicole