Do you want to take some amazing photos of the Arctic landscape, then this tour is the one for you.
Greenland is a land of harsh contrasts. A long and cold winter turns into an intense summer with never-ending light. To the west, approximately around the middle of the island lies the Disko bay, a still-water haven and amazing landscapes all around. Just south of the city Ilulissat lies Sermeq Kujalleq, the fastest flowing glacier in Greenland, which is only surpassed by the great Antarctic, spits out gigantic icebergs that follow the 60 km fjord out into the bay where we will be sailing. From an intense summer of never-ending sun, it finally hits the horizon at the end of July, producing unbelievable light all over the bay and its many icebergs. We will be sailing out right at these opportune moments for the best light, in the comfort of a big and fast Targa boat and guidance from award-winning professional photographer Erez Marom. The Disko bay is huge, which is why the Targa is the perfect boat for exploring and zooming around the bay.
If you'd like to extend your experience, you can buy the 3 night addition to Uummannaq, which you can read more about here, note that it does not include the flight ticket to the destination, or back from it. Book your unforgettable photography experience in Greenland now!
What to bring
• A digital camera, preferrably a DSLR camera with a full-frame sensor, since these cameras have better low-light capabilities. However, a crop-sensor DSLR will also completely suffice. A compact camera can be used, as long as you understand its limitations. NOTE: I highly recommend bringing two camera bodies. It will make your life much easier when shooting with multiple lenses, which is often desired.
• A light tripod for shooting on land.
• An ultra wide angle lens (preferably stabilized). For example, a Canon 16-35mm IS on a FF sensor camera, or a Nikon 10-24 on a crop sensor camera.
• A mid-range zoom lens such as a 24-70mm (preferably stabilized).
• A telephoto zoom lens, such as a 70-300mm or 100-400mm - the longer the better, preferably stabilized. I use a Canon 70-300mm in addition to a Sigma 150-600mm for telephoto shots.
• Recommended: A filter set for landscape photography.
• Thermal gear is essential. I recommend bringing a few light thermal shirts, a fleece jacket and a down coat for the cold nights.
• Warm gloves. It's important to use gloves which enable you to operate the camera while wearing them.
• Thermal long-johns
• Thermal socks. I recommend bringing at least 2 pairs.
• A neck-warmer or a scarf
• A good warm hat which covers your ears.
• Hiking shoes.
• Sun glasses and sunscreen
• Bug spray and head net for shooting from land locations (mosquito situation varies).
Additional Information
| Please note that we need 1-2 working days in order to fully confirm your seat on this tour. The itinerary is subject to change according to weather conditions. Although the waters in Disko bay are usually pretty calm there can be days with a few waves, so if you're especially prone to motion sickness, bring pills for it. Important: In order to join the workshop, you will be required to sign a contract that establishes that the tour leaders are not responsible to physical or proprietary damages and that you understand and accept several behavioral standards (including not taking excessive risk), necessary to ensure the workshop's success and your safe return. Make sure to read the terms and conditions for refunding at the suppliers page. |
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