Senja Photography Tours & Workshops
Northern Lights and Fairy Tale Landscapes
Join me on a 7-day photography tour to the wild and remote Senja island, 220 miles north of the Arctic Circle. Known for its untouched natural beauty and diverse landscapes. This expertly led tour will help you explore and capture stunning scenes while improving your photography skills.
£ 2,200.00
FLY TO
Tromsø (TOS)
LODGING
Fjordbotn Camping
DATE(S)
13-19 Feb 2025
DURATION
6 Nights
GROUP SIZE
Maximum of 5
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Moderate
7 Days, 6 Nights
Senja Photography Tours
Join me for a Senja photography tour where I will guide you through the most photogenic spots and teach you how to capture the best of this picturesque location. I will provide one-on-one instruction on composition, exposure and other technical aspects of photography in a non-technical language.
Experience the raw and natural beauty of Senja on a photography tour designed to capture its unique landscapes. Nestled in the northern coast of Norway, the Senja archipelago boasts majestic mountains, a rugged coastline, crystal clear fjords, and an abundance of natural wonders. It’s often referred to as “Norway in miniature”.
During the winter months, the low-lying sun creates a warm, golden light that illuminates the landscape and creates the perfect conditions for photography. And at night, we’ll be chasing the Northern Lights for some truly spectacular shots.
Leave the logistics to me, from airport transfer, accommodation, transportation, I will take care of everything except your flights and food. Come and discover the hidden gems of Senja, and return home with breathtaking photographs.
Inclusions
Included
7 Days of Photographic Guidance
6 Nights of Accommodation
Daily Sunrise, Daytime, Sunset Shoots
Northern Lights Chasing
Post Processing Sessions
Any Entry Fees
Small Group Size for Personalised Attention
Itinerary
From my experience of running over 30 photography tours, I have found that a fixed daily itinerary can limit your chances of going home with the best possible images.
Instead, I work with the weather to visit locations based on the best forecasted conditions. Each evening, I will plan the next day’s itinerary and let everyone know what time we will be leaving in the morning. This ensures that I am putting you in the right place at the right time for the best possible photography opportunities.
The tour will start and end from Tromsø (TOS) airport in Norway.
Day 1 – Arrival Day
This is the first day of your Senja Photography Tour. You will fly to Tromsø (TOS) airport, where I will collect everyone at midday. Following a scenic route from Tromsø, we will soon arrive on the fairytale island of Senja. On our way to the accommodation, we will stop at a supermarket. We will also have our first photography session on this day, capturing the sunset. In the evening we’ll have our first Northern Lights Chase too!
Day 2 to 6 – The Adventure
This is where the real adventure begins.
Over the next 5 days, we will be photographing at every opportunity. We will get up early every morning to be on location at a minimum 1 hour before sunrise, and after each sunrise shoot we’ll head to the next location. For sunset shoots, we will arrive at the location roughly 2 hours before to allow your plenty of time to check out the immediate area and to scope out compositions.
Day 7 – Departure Day
On the final day, we’ll still have a full day of activities, beginning at sunrise and lasting until sunset. Following the day’s events, we’ll return to our accommodation to prepare for our ferry journey back to the mainland, en route to Tromsø. I anticipate arriving in Tromsø around 7 pm depending on which ferry we get. It’s advisable to arrange accommodation for this night, as flights typically depart early the next morning.
I’ll bid each of you farewell as I drop you off at your respective accommodations or to the airport, with hopes that we’ll reunite for another captivating photography expedition in the 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
During this Senja Photography Tour, I’m fully available to assist and impart my knowledge of photography to you, should you wish. However, it’s crucial to understand that I can only provide assistance if you actively engage by asking questions.
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)
Senja 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
Places Left
13th – 19th February 2025
6 Nights
£2200
2/5 Spots Left
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 photography tours and workshops 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 12:00 midday on the 13th February 2024. I will begin collecting my guests from either their hotel in Tromsø or from Tromsø (TOS) airport. We will stay in constant contact via the WhatsApp group leading up to the arrival day.
The trip will end roughly at 19:00 back in Tromsø.
You can typically fly direct from Oslo, Copenhagen, Gatwick, Helsinki, Berlin etc
I recommended using SkyScanner or Kiwi to find flights. Airlines you can use as well would be Norwegian or FlySAS.
We will be staying at the excellent Fjordbotn Camping which is idyllically located close to the fjord Stønesbotn on Nord-Senja. Fjordbotn Camping is an excellent starting point for exploring Senja and is central to a lot of the locations we will be visiting. There will be 2 people per cabin and you’ll have your own room in the cabin.
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.
Our accommodation also has an onsite restaurant which we used a lot last year. On the last night as well the owner will cook us a traditional Sami meal.
This tour involves moderate physical activity suitable for more fitness levels. Many locations are within a 10-15 minute walk from the car. You must be able to walk on uneven, sometimes steep and icy ground. As it’s also winter, there may be deep snow this can vary from half a foot to a meter deep. I will always ensure the path is safe and you’ll never have to break your way through.
Hiking to Segla in winter can be very dangerous due to the high risk of avalanches and unmarked trails. Ensuring the safety of my guests is my number one priority, so we will not be attempting this hike during the winter months. Instead, we will focus on other beautiful and safer locations that Senja has to offer, ensuring a memorable and secure experience for everyone.
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.
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