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Photo Expeditions

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From rare wildlife to dramatic landscapes, our Photo Expeditions bring photographers face to face with nature’s most captivating moments.

Whether you’re an avid amateur, accomplished intermediate or a seasoned professional, Nat Hab Photo Expeditions are your portal to the most immersive nature photography opportunities out there. Our goal is singular: to help photographers get iconic shots of wildlife and landscapes while experiencing the most inspiring and enriching nature photography adventure available.

Exclusivity

Since 1985, we've been taking nature travelers to Earth's wildest corners, maximizing your photo opportunities with exclusive access, private inclusions and unique itineraries not available elsewhere.

Leadership

Our Photo Expeditions are led by top-level guides who are highly trained naturalists, accomplished pro photographers, and talented instructors who put our guests’ experience first.

Conservation

As WWF’s conservation travel partner, we demonstrate to our guests the power of nature photography, motivating them to share their experiences and inspire others to protect the planet.

Photo Expeditions

Photo Expedition Leaders

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Annie Van Dinther

Director of Field Team

Director of Field Team

Expedition Leader Since: 1999

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Aaron John Nydam

U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Abner Simeon

Southern Africa

Namibia Expedition Leader

Expedition Leader Since: 2019

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Aditya Panda

Asia

Expedition Leader Since: 2016

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Alex Mazunga

Southern Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2016

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Alexander Arias

Central America

Costa Rica Expedition Leader

Expedition Leader Since: 2006

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Alexandre Bilodeau Desbiens

Canada, Greenland

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Andy Corbett

East Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2014

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Anthony Amsel

Canada, Europe, Greenland

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Arthur Kampmann

Alaska, U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Brooks Kamanakao

Southern Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2008

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Cameron Pearce

Southern Africa, East Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2024

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Cassiano "Zapa" Zaparoli

Galapagos, South America

Expedition Leader Since: 2010

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Charlie Reinertsen

U.S. National Parks, Mexico

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Conan Dumenil

Asia

Expedition Leader Since: 2015

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Colby Brokvist

Canada, U.S. National Parks, Antarctica, Greenland

Expedition Leader Since: 2006

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Court Whelan

Alaska, Canada, U.S. National Parks, Australia, Asia, Europe, Mexico

Chief Sustainability Officer

Expedition Leader Since: 2014

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Daniel Blankenheim

Europe

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Daniel Hagaman

Alaska, U.S. National Parks, South America, Mexico

Expedition Leader Since: 2016

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Danielle Carstens

Southern Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Dennis Smith

Southern Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2024

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Eddy Savage

Canada, Asia, Europe, Greenland

Expedition Leader Since: 2016

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Ellen Bennett

U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2025

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Eric Ramirez

Mexico

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Fernando Romo Sirvent

South America, Mexico

Expedition Leader Since: 2006

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Fred Tavares

South America

Expedition Leader Since: 2019

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Garrett Fache

Canada

Expedition Leader Since: 2021

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Giulia Ciampini

Canada

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Greg Aranea

Galapagos

Expedition Leader Since: 2024

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Gustavo Andrade Torres

Galapagos

Expedition Leader Since: 2009

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Hamza Raza Visram

East Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2024

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Harsha Jayaramaiah

Asia

Expedition Leader Since: 2012

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James Beissel

U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2019

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Jamie Smith-Morvell

Australia

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Jen Kampmann

Alaska, U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Jessica Morgan

Alaska, Canada, U.S. National Parks, Mexico

Expedition Leader Since: 2021

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Jimmy Patiño Solis

Galapagos

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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John Mittan

Southern Africa, East Africa, Australia, Asia, Antarctica

Expedition Leader Since: 2005

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Jorn Vangoidtsenhoven

U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Justin Gibson

Alaska, Canada, U.S. National Parks, Australia, Asia

Expedition Leader Since: 2011

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Justin Pitschmann

U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Kurt Johnson

Alaska, Canada, U.S. National Parks, Europe

Expedition Leader Since: 2014

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Laura Geissinger

Alaska, U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2018

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Leigh Baker

U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Lemme Gust

Southern Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2017

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Lets Kamogelo

Southern Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2017

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Lianne Thompson

Canada, Iceland, Greenland

Expedition Leader Since: 2018

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Lorraine Doyle

Southern Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2018

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Marlo Shaw

Canada, Australia, Antarctica, Greenland

Expedition Leader Since: 2018

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Matt Cornish

Australia

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Matt Meyer

Southern Africa, East Africa, Australia

Expedition Leader Since: 2017

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Mike Hillman

Alaska, Canada, U.S. National Parks, Australia, Greenland

Photography Expeditions Director

Expedition Leader Since: 2018

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Ona Basimane

Southern Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2015

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Paul Kirui

East Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2016

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Paulo Gomez Aldana

Mexico

Expedition Leader Since: 2024

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Patrick Maurice

U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Petr Gheorghe

Canada

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Peter Ramsden

Canada, Europe

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Phalgun Patel

Asia

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Pietro Luraschi

East Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2015

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Richard de Gouveia

Southern Africa, East Africa, Europe

Expedition Leader Since: 2015

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Russell Gerber

Southern Africa, East Africa

2018

Expedition Leader Since: 2018

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Rylee Jensen

Alaska, U.S. National Parks

Expedition Leader Since: 2023

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Sabina Moll

Canada, Europe

Expedition Leader Since: 2021

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Shawn Eggleston

Alaska, U.S. National Parks, Australia

Expedition Leader Since: 2018

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Surya Ramachandran

Asia

Expedition Leader Since: 2017

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Teresa Whipple

Alaska, Asia, Mexico

Expedition Leader Since: 2015

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Thuto Moutloatse

Southern Africa, East Africa

Expedition Leader Since: 2007

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Vedant Thite

Asia

Expedition Leader Since: 2022

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Yaju Upadhyaya

Asia

Expedition Leader Since: 2024

Videos & Travel Stories

What's in My Camera Bag: Australia

Whether you’re headed exclusively to southern Australia, or plan on tackling the tropics all the way to Tasmania, you’ll need the right photographic gear to capture some of the world’s most unique wildlife and natural landscapes.

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How to Prep for an African Photo Expedition

This article is a deep dive into all considerations, from gear to pack, things to potentially purchase, and techniques to hone prior to an epic adventure to one of Africa’s leading photo safari destinations, like Botswana, Namibia, Kenya, or Tanzania.

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How Much Telephoto do you need for Photographing Churchill’s Polar Bears?

Telephoto lenses are must-haves when it comes to wildlife photography. They bring the action closer to you, metaphorically, so that more of your frame is filled with the animals you’re photographing in the way of your choosing.

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Explore Nat Hab’s Photo Expeditions & Conservation Photography: Q & A with Our Photo Expedition Co-Directors

At Natural Habitat Adventures, we endeavor to offer the most inspiring and enriching nature photography adventures available. Want to learn more about our Photo Expeditions? I recently sat down with Mike Hillman and Jim Beissel, Nat Hab’s Photo Expedition Co-Directors, to hear directly from them what you can expect from these trips.

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VIDEO | Alaska Bear Photography in Lake Clark National Park

Learn how to photograph wild bears in Alaska with nature photographer Mike Hillman.


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WEBINAR | 10 Tips to Improve Your Wildlife & Nature Photography

Originally presented July 2, 2024

Want to get wall-worthy images of wildlife on your next nature outing? Professional photographer and Expedition Leader Charlie Reinertsen shares tips for capturing stellar shots of even the most fleeting animal encounters, illustrating his talk with his own wildlife photos from the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem: bison, black and grizzly bears, wolves and more. Get Charlie’s advice on camera settings and composition techniques, photo gear recommendations, and ideas to improve your wildlife photography while enjoying your time in nature.

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WEBINAR | Wild Photography: Capturing Magical Wildlife Moments

Originally presented June 21, 2024

We've all been there: You have a remarkable wildlife encounter, only to find your photos lacking. A blurry bird, a bear shrouded in shadow, a whale you never caught mid-breach. Expedition Leader and pro photographer Giulia Ciampini is here to help, sharing stunning wildlife photos and the techniques she used to shoot them. Get advice on capturing motion and working with natural light, along with tips for framing your shots. Plus, learn about the importance of location scouting and the ethical considerations of wildlife photography.

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WEBINAR | Capturing Stories: The Essence of Photo Essays

Originally presented February 1, 2024

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but multiple pictures can tell an even richer tale! Photo essays use a series of carefully curated and sequenced photographs to weave a narrative that engages viewers on a profound level, offering an immersive experience that can convey complex emotions and shed light on diverse perspectives. Expedition Leader and pro photographer Giulia Ciampini teaches you how to craft your own photo story on your next travel adventure, using photo essays from Greenland, Canada, China and other destinations as examples.

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WEBINAR | Photo Post-Processing Workshop: India Safari Sightings

Originally presented June 21, 2023

Our current India safari season has come to an end, and our photographer Expedition Leaders finally have time to comb through their huge troves of images. Join Aditya Panda as he presents another of his popular live post-processing workshops, featuring highlights from our 2022–23 India wildlife safaris. Listen to the stories behind the images of rhinos, elephants, tigers and more, and learn how to make your travel photos the best they can be using exciting new features on popular photo-processing software platforms like Adobe Lightroom.

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WEBINAR | How to Get the Very Best Nature Photos

Originally presented April 6, 2022

Overwhelmed by new advances in camera technology and how to use them to improve your nature and wildlife photos? One of our favorite professional photographers shares his tips and tricks.

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Overview
Photo Expeditions
Photo Expedition Leaders
Videos & Travel Stories
Photo Expeditions

Our Trips

Polar bears in Churchill by P. Endres

Polar Bear Tours

African Safaris

Galapagos Tours

Alaska Adventures

North Rim of the Grand Canyon Cape Royal

U.S. National Parks Tours

Canada & the North

Europe Adventures

Mexico & Central America Tours

South America Adventures

Asia Adventures

Australia & New Zealand Adventures

Penguins One After Another Jump Into The Blue Water From A Snow-white Iceberg, Antarctica

Antarctica & Arctic Journeys

Photo Expeditions

Terra & Tu Cultural Journeys

Adventure Cruises

Women's Journeys

New Adventures

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