Lofoten Photography Tours & Workshops
Capture the Magic of the Lofoten Islands
A 7-day photography tour and workshop, expertly led, 95 miles north of the Arctic Circle, exploring and capturing the breathtaking arctic landscapes of the Lofoten Islands all while helping you to improve your photography.
£ 2,250.00
START/END POINT
Leknes (LKN)
LODGING
1x Self Catering House
DATE(S)
Multiple Dates
DURATION
7 Nights
GROUP SIZE
Maximum of 5
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate
A 7 Day, 6 Night Adventure
Lofoten Photography Tours
Join me on a Lofoten Photography Tour, 95 miles north of the Arctic Circle. The Lofoten archipelago is a remote and rugged region that offers some of the most incredible photographic opportunities in the world. From the Northern Lights to the dramatic mountains, open seas, and sheltered bays, Lofoten is an absolute dream for photographers.
During the winter months, the low-lying sun can cast beautiful golden light all day long, creating the perfect conditions for photography. And each evening we’ll be chasing and doing Northern Lights photography for some truly spectacular shots.
My Lofoten Photography Tours are designed with the photographer in mind. I will spend plenty of one-on-one time with each participant, providing guidance and instruction on topics such as histograms and bracketing without using technical jargon.
From the moment you arrive at the airport, I will take care of everything – airport transfers, transportation, accommodation, guiding, and all tuition. The only things you need to arrange are your flights to Lofoten and your food. Join me for an unforgettable photography adventure in this beautiful and remote region.
Inclusions
Included
Complimentary Transport during the tour (see below)
Complimentary Airport Transfers (see below)
7 Days of Photographic Guidance
6 Nights of Accommodation
Sunrise & Sunset Photography Sessions
Northern Lights Chasing
Post Processing Sessions
Any Entry Fees
Small Group Size for Personalised Attention
Not Included
Any Flight
Visa Fees (if applicable)
Meals / Snacks
Travel & Equipment Insurance
Itinerary
I have now lead well over 50 photography tours and workshops in the last 7 years, and based on my experience, sticking to a fixed daily itinerary can significantly limit your chances of capturing the best possible images.
Instead, I prefer to work with the current weather conditions, choosing our locations based on the most favorable forecasted conditions. Each evening, I will carefully plan the next day’s itinerary and communicate the departure time for the morning. This approach ensures that we position ourselves in the right place at the right time to maximise our photography opportunities.
The tour will start and end from Leknes (LKN) in Norway, times will be confirmed.
Day 1 – Arrival Day
On day 1 of the Lofoten Photography tour ‘ll be collecting everyone from either their accommodation in Leknes or the airport from 9am. We’ll be jumping straight into it by going for our first sunrise shoot. Afterwards, we’ll go to our accommodation get settled in then you can go across the street to the supermarket to get some supplies, followed by a sunset shoot. After 7pm we will then be heading out on our first aurora chase.
Day 2 to 6 – The Adventure
This is where the real adventure begins.
Over the next 6 days, we will be photographing at every opportunity. We will get up early every morning to be on location 1 hour before sunrise, and after each sunrise shoot, we will have breakfast before heading to the next location. For sunset shoots, we will arrive at the location roughly 2 hours before to scope out the best compositions.
We will be exploring the islands of Moskenesøya, Flakstadøya, Vestvågøy, Austvågøya and Gimsøysand.
Day 7 – Departure Day
On the final day, we still have a full days shooting. The tour finishes at roughly 5pm. I’ll be dropping everyone either to their accommodation Leknes if they’re staying an extra night or to the airport. I never say goodbye, as goodbyes are forever, I will say “see you later” as I hope you will join me on another photography adventure in the near future.
Trip Highlights
Don’t just take my word for it…
THE REVIEWS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
Highly Recommend Chasing Lights Tours. Just recently home from 7 Nights in Lofoten Islands, Norway and it was absolutely incredible. Tylers knowledge of the area and skies allowed us to capture the Northern Lights on more than several occasion's throughout the course. Accommodation was perfect for the trip, A home from home with a supermarket and coffee shop right on our doorstep. Tylers enthusiasm for photography and the love of the outdoors was very refreshing and infectious, As a commercial photographer by traded I went into this course looking to learn as much as I could and Tylers wealth of knowledge and patients allowed me to learn so much in such a sort period of time. I would like to thank Tyler again and I look forward to going on another course very soon.
Highly Recommend Chasing Lights Tours. Just recently home from 7 Nights in Lofoten Islands, Norway and it was absolutely incredible. Tylers knowledge of the area and skies allowed us to capture the Northern Lights on more than several occasion's throughout the course. Accommodation was perfect for the trip, A home from home with a supermarket and coffee shop right on our doorstep. Tylers enthusiasm for photography and the love of the outdoors was very refreshing and infectious, As a commercial photographer by traded I went into this course looking to learn as much as I could and Tylers wealth of knowledge and patients allowed me to learn so much in such sort period of time. I would like to thank Tyler again and I look forward to going on another course very soon.
I was lucky enough to go on a photography tour to Lofoten last month with Chasing Lights Tours and I couldn't have asked for a better guide than Tyler. He is a knowledgeable and experienced photographer, and he provided valuable tips and advice on everything from camera set-ups through to post-production techniques. Throughout the tour, Tyler was easy going, generous and had a great sense of humour. He was also a confident and safe driver, taking us to some great locations in the archipelago. Thanks to his knowledge of the best viewing areas and an understanding of the necessary weather conditions, I was able to see the northern lights on two occasions! I had an amazing trip and felt that I learnt a lot during the tour. I am now more confident in using my camera kit and have some beautiful photos and memories of taking them which I will cherish. I can't recommend Tyler and Chasing Lights Tours highly enough - it was a fantastic experience, and I am very grateful to Tyler for making it so enjoyable.
The Lofoten Photography Tour with Chasing Light Tours was excellent! Tyler is an accomplished and creative photographer who is extremely professional and very knowledgeable. The entire tour was packed full of relevant information that was presented in a very accessible and user-friendly way, about focusing, aperture settings, shutter speeds, ISO settings and much, much more. This enabled me to use my camera to its full potential. The tour was also enjoyable and fun. Tyler looked after everyone extremely well and drove with care and skill on the icy roads. He took us to well-chosen locations that he had previously researched and visited to maximise photographic potential. The spacious accommodation that we stayed in was great and had all the amenities that we needed. I highly recommend going on a photography tour with Chasing Light Tours!
What you’ll learn
On this Lofoten Photography Tour I’m at your complete disposal to help and teach you everything I know about photography if you desire.
Here are a few of the key skills that I can cover.
Camera Settings: It starts with the basics. RAW, Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO. Learn how and when to use the various modes on your camera to get the shot you want.
Composition: Composition is everything in landscape photography. Learn what I’m looking for when composing a landscape photograph.
Long Exposures: Learn how to use long exposures so you can create dramatic and interesting photographs.
Histogram: Learn how to read your histogram so that you’re exposing correctly and capturing maximum data with no clipping.
Low Light: Learn how to photograph the night sky and if luck is on our side, we’ll also shoot the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
Editing: Learn how I edit my photographs using Adobe Lightroom Classic with final touches in Photoshop. (Only during bad weather)
Lofoten Photography Tours Dates & Prices
Prices quoted are per person. Only a 15% deposit is required to secure your spot on the tour. The remainder of the balance is due 8 weeks before the start date of the tour.
Date
Duration
Price
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13th – 19th January 2025
6 Nights / 7 Days
£ 2,250.00
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20th – 26th January 2025
6 Nights / 7 Days
£ 2,250.00
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11th – 17th January 2026
6 Nights / 7 Days
£2800
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18th – 24th January 2026
6 Nights / 7 Days
£2800
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FAQs
Due to Norwegian laws and regulations, I am unable to charge for transportation. Therefore, it is provided as a complimentary service and is not included in the workshop price.
No, my tours cater to all skill levels. I will provide personalised instruction to help you improve your photography skills, whether you’re a beginner or an advanced photographer.
I recommend bringing a DSLR or mirrorless camera, various lenses (wide-angle, telephoto), a sturdy tripod, extra batteries, memory cards, weather-appropriate clothing, and comfortable walking shoes. A full packing list which includes recommended camera gear and clothing for winter in Norway will be emailed to you after you book.
The tour starts at 09:00 on the date of chosen tour. I will begin collecting everyone from their hotel in Leknes or the airport. We will stay in constant contact via the WhatsApp group leading up to the arrival day.
The trip will end roughly at 17:00 on the last day of your chosen tour. I can either drop you back to accommodation in Leknes or to the airport for the 18:20 flight back to Bodø.
Generally to get to Leknes you will take 3 flights. From your home country to Oslo and then catch another flight to Bodø and a final flight from Bodø to Leknes. Leknes airport has 7 flights daily from Bodø. You can overnight in Bodø before the tour and arrive on the 7:05am flight, or fly in the night before. If you arrive the night before, please book accommodation in Leknes and I can pick you up from the airport.
We will stay in a self-catering house in the centre of Ramberg. The house has everything needed for cooking, storing food, and post-processing sessions. Towels and a hairdryer are provided, and there are 5 twin bedrooms.
No, all tours are self-catering. We will visit the supermarket on the day of arrival to gather supplies and bring packed lunches each day. There will be opportunities to visit cafes and restaurants if time permits, but we will mostly be eating on the go.
Many locations are within a 10-15 minute walk from the car. You must be able to walk on uneven, sometimes steep and slippery ground.
I would recommended to budget at least £30-£50 per day. Everywhere accepts cards, so cash is not necessary.
Yes, if you are coming from the UK or Ireland, your data roaming will work and be charged to your data plan at home. If you’re coming from elsewhere, it might be worth getting an e-sim if your phone supports it.
Still have more questions? Get in touch!
If you still have more questions about my Lofoten Photography Tour, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m here to help and to provide you with all the information you need to ensure a memorable and well-prepared photography adventure in Norway.
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