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JANUARY
Ultimate Antarctica
Dates: Jan 5–Feb 1, 2008
Leaders: John Shaw, Joe Van Os, Darrell Gulin, Ellie Van Os, Joe McDonald, Jeff Foott, Mary Ann McDonald, Chris Edwards, Anna Sutcliffe
The world’s most comprehensive photo cruise offered to the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica at prime dates. Shoot 6 full days in South Georgia.
Ultimate Wolves
Dates: Jan 12–17 and Jan 17–22, 2008
Leader: Perry Conway
A dedicated wolf photography shoot in snowy landscapes. We place the wolves in packs as well as solitary situations to create the definitive winter wolf portfolio.
Angkor Wat & Bagan—Temples of Cambodia and Myanmar
Dates: Jan 17–31, 2008
Leader: James Martin
An outstanding visit to two of Southeast Asia’s awe-inspiring and highly photogenic centers of ancient religious activities.
Britain's Winter Birdlife
Dates: Jan 25–Feb 7, 2008
Leader: David Tipling
The British Isles come alive with thousands of waterfowl migrants in winter. We photograph in some of its extensive wild lands, visit world famous waterfowl collections, and end the day with a pint in the local pub!
Ultimate Yellowstone
Dates: Jan 26–Feb 2, 2008
Leader: Michael Francis
The very best of Yellowstone’s snowy interior, wildlife and landscapes. Photographic access to normally hard-to-reach core areas with an outstanding photographer leader who lives there.
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FEBRUARY
China's Winter Tigers & Giant Pandas
Dates: Feb 7–19, 2008
Leader: Joe Van Os
Photograph dozens of Siberian tigers and numerous giant pandas in their snowy enclosures in Harbin and Wolong China. Efforts will be made to achieve a shot of a female panda cradling its baby.
Horses & Icons of the Wild West in Winter
Dates: Feb 10–16, 2008
Leaders: Darrell Gulin, Terry Eggers and Jeff Vanuga
Photograph the boundless beauty of horses and the essence of the American cowboy amidst spectacular snow-bound landscapes of broad plains and towering mountains on this exclusive photo shoot. This trip is sure to sell out in record time—don’t delay.
Nature & Digital Photography Seminar with John Shaw
Dates: Feb 23–24, 2008
Location: Miami, FL
A 2-day seminar on nature and digital photography from one of the most renowned and respected nature photographers around.
Japan's Winter Wildlife—Snow Monkeys, Whooper Swans, Sea Eagles & Japanese Cranes
Dates: Feb 19–Mar 4, 2008
Leader: Joe Van Os
Incredible photographic access to snow monkeys, Japanese cranes, whooper swans, white-tailed and Steller’s sea eagles. One of Earth’s finest—yet least-known—winter wildlife shoots.
Nature & Digital Photography Seminar with John Shaw
Dates: Feb 16–17, 2008
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
A 2-day seminar on nature and digital photography from one of the most renowned and respected nature photographers around.
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MARCH
Baja California—Whales, Wildlife and Wilderness
Dates: March 3–9, 2008
Leader: Jeff Foott
A comprehensive cross section of the very best of Baja California. Capture images of inquisitive grey whales during 4 boat excursions, plus a variety of marine mammals and birds, desert landscapes, boojums, cacti, lava flows, ancient pictographs and historic missions.
Monument Valley & Slot Canyons
Dates: Mar 15–21, 2008
Leader: Cliff Zenor
A photographic exploration of the incomparable slickrock landforms found in the heart of Navajo country. Our group explores the "Valley" with an expert local Navajo guide.
India: The Palace on Wheels
Dates: Mar 16–27, 2008
Leaders: Joe Van Os, John Shaw, Adam Jones and Raj Singh
We've chartered several cars on India's premier train to photograph the very best the country has to offer.
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APRIL
Nature & Digital Photography Seminar with John Shaw
Dates: Apr 12–13, 2008
Location: Baltimore, MD
A 2-day seminar on nature and digital photography from one of the most renowned and respected nature photographers around.
Patagonia's Mountain Landscapes—Torres del Paine, Fitzroy Massif & Cerro Torre in Autumn
Dates: Apr 17–May 2, 2008
Leaders: James Martin and Alejandro Ronchetti
The astonishing and incomparable rugged mountain landscapes of the southern Andes plus a photographic wealth of wildlife, glaciers and vibrant fall colors.
Eclectic Holland—Tulips, Windmills & Primates in the Netherlands
Dates: Apr 18–28, 2008
Leaders: Rinie van Meurs and Darrell Gulin
The best of Holland at the height of "tulip time." Trip visits the famous Keukenhof garden park and the northern bulb fields. Create fantastic images at Apenheul primate zoo and the Kinderdijk Windmills World Heritage Site.
Great Smoky Mountains
Dates: Apr 19–25, 2008
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Photograph a rich diversity of plants, animals and beautiful habitat at the height of wildflower season.
Wildlife of Hungary & Transylvania
Dates: Apr 26–May 8, 2008
Leaders: Joe Van Os and Akos Hivekovics
Birds of the dry Puszta landscape at Hortobágy National Park in Hungary photographed using private water hole blinds (hides). Trip features chance for extremely rare and shy Carpathian brown bears in Romania at secluded private feeding stations.
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MAY
Grand Canyon at Havasu Falls
Dates: May 6–13, 2008
Leaders: Jeff Foott and Todd Pierce
Helicopter into the heart of the Grand Canyon at Havasu and immerse yourself in this sumptuous land of fiery red rock, towering white waterfalls, turquoise plunge pools, and soft spring greens of cottonwoods.
Transylvania—Romania of Myth & Legend
Dates: May 7–21, 2008
Leaders: Akos Hivekovics and Joe Van Os
Fairy tale villages, towering castles, citadels, centuries-old churches and enchanting pastoral Hungarian landscapes of yesteryear. Travel through photogenic Transylvania and explore modern Budapest, including an evening cruise on the Danube River.
Venice
Dates: May 7–15, 2008
Leaders: Terry Eggers and Adam Jones
Explore one of the world’s most photogenic cities on foot. Discover the labyrinth of alleys, canals and lagoons, courtyards, cloisters, secluded gardens and iconic gondolas found within this fantastic living museum.
Tuscany
Dates: May 14–23, 2008
Leaders: Terry Eggers and Adam Jones
The classic Italian landscapes of cypress-lined roads, medieval hill towns, ancient Etruscan sites, vineyards and charming people combined with marvelous regional food, served “Under the Tuscan Sun.”
Turkey—Continental Crossroads
Dates: May 17–Jun 1, 2008
Leaders: Mehmet Özbalci and Len Rue, Jr.
Spectacular Cappadocian landscapes, extraordinary architecture, incredible Greek and Roman ruins, a wonderful cuisine and friendly people combine to create this a Photo Safari of superlatives.
Snow Monkeys & Giant Pandas—Asia's Icon Animals in Spring
Dates: May 20–Jun 2, 2008
Leader: John Shaw
Asia's two most endearing wildlife icons in springtime. Shoot pandas in a riverside setting in Wolong, China, and snow monkeys with newborn infants near Nagano, Japan.
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JUNE
Predatory Animals of North America in Spring
Dates: Jun 7–12, 2008
Leader: Perry Conway
A wonderful assortment of North American animals as "wildlife models" with babies placed in exceptionally beautiful habitats.
Action & Adventure Sports
Dates: Jun 8–14, 2008
Leader: Jeff Foott
Shoot model-released kayakers, rock climbers, mountain bikers, paragliders, white-water rafters, equestrians, and rodeo bronc riders against a scenic backdrop of wild Wyoming landscapes.
Essential China—Iconic Landmarks & Landscapes of the Middle Kingdom
Dates: Jun 9–24, 2008
Leader: Adam Jones
Photograph the nature and culture that parallel the centuries-old traditions of Chinese art. Visit the Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, the Li River at Guilin, Mount Huangshan, Xi’an and more.
Provence
Dates: Jun 28–Jul 8, 2008
Leaders: Patrice Aguilar and Cliff Zenor
Create a wealth of photographic images and lasting memories of the quintessential French landscapes that also inspired van Gogh, Picasso, Renoir and Chagall. Enjoy delicious French cuisine.
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JULY
Spitsbergen—The Pack Ice Voyage
Dates: Jul 4–17, 2008
Leaders: Joe Van Os, John Shaw, Wayne Lynch, Darrell Gulin and Rinie van Meurs
Exceptional polar bear photography, High Arctic landscapes, fantastic wildlife—the ultimate Arctic Photo Safari and a world class destination of incomparable beauty.
Ultimate Puffins
Dates: Jul 6–19, 2008
Leader: Perry Conway
A dream trip to photograph at the world’s most accessible and unwary Atlantic puffin colonies, plus fantastic coastal landscapes and a spectacular iceberg lagoon.
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AUGUST
Humpback Whales of Alaska's Glacier Bay and the Inside Passage
Dates: Aug 2–9, 2008
Leader: Stuart Westmorland
Awesome Alaskan scenery, bald eagles and breaching humpbacks in one of America's most picturesque waterways.
Glacier National Park
Dates: Aug 10–16, 2008
Leader: Cliff Zenor
Described as the "Crown of the Continent," the park is an awe-inspiring landscape of towering mountains and cobalt blue lakes, plus a wealth of wildlife and wildflowers.
Denali National Park in Autumn
Dates: Aug 30–Sep 6, 2008
Leaders: Len Rue, Jr. and Jeff Vanuga
The mountain, landscapes and wildlife at the predicted height of fall color. The best time of year for photography in this wonderful national park.
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SEPTEMBER
Masai Mara Wildlife Preserve—Kenya and Samburu Tour Extension
Tour Dates: Sep 5–19, 2008
Extension Dates: Sep 19–25, 2008
Leaders: John Shaw, Joe Van Os, Wayne Lynch, Darrell Gulin and Perry Conway
More than 10 full shooting days at one of Africa’s (if not the world’s) most extraordinary wildlife safari locations, at our exclusive camp, with 2-3 photographers per vehicle.
Brown Bears of Katmai National Park in Autumn
Dates: Sep 6–12, 2008
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Bears in thick winter pelage with fiery red salmon. Can be combined with Denali National Park in Autumn.
Great Rivers & Mountains of China and Tibet
Dates: Sep 8–26, 2008
Leader: James Martin
Photography from the “roof of the world.” Experience China’s plunging gorges, massive glaciers and serene mountain lakes. Shoot Potala Palace and Drepung Monastery in Lhasa, and visit Everest Base Camp for photogenic views that go on forever.
Albania, Macedonia & Montenegro
Dates: Sep 16–28, 2008
Leaders: Akos Hivekovics and Stuart Westmorland
Experience the charm of sparkling Adriatic villages and beguiling rural hamlets—some even now without electricity—where the main mode of transportation is still the horse cart. Photographically, an unusual blend of Old World charm and a bit of Communist banality.
Namibia—Land of the Himba
Dates: Sep 27–Oct 13, 2008
Leader: Joe Van Os
This exciting trip offers extended experiences with the incredible desert-dwelling Himba tribe. Also included are wildlife and scenic highlights of Etosha National Park, the Skeleton Coast and the stunning red dunes at Sossusvlei.
Mongolia—The Golden Eagle Festival
Dates: Sep 28–Oct 12, 2008
Leader: Jeff Foott
Photograph impressive Kazakh falconers with their hunting eagles, horsemen, camel caravans, and the Flaming Cliffs dinosaur fields plus the monasteries and landscapes near Ulaanbaatar.
Predatory Animals of North America in Autumn
Dates: Sep 27–Oct 2
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
North American animals as wildlife models with dazzling fall color backgrounds.
South Dakota Wildlife—Bison Roundup and Mount Rushmore, American Icons
Dates: Sep 28–Oct 4, 2008
Leader: Michael Francis
A spectacular stampeding bison herd is just the start of this exciting photo shoot of abundant prairie wildlife and fall color, plus the towering American icon, Mount Rushmore.
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OCTOBER
Papua New Guinea
Dates: Oct 5–21, 2008
Leader: Michele Westmorland
An incredible combination of wildlife, landscapes, rain forest, and some of the most striking photography of tribal people in the world as some 50 tribes gather for a massive sing-sing at the Morobe Cultural Show.
World's Best Raptors Shoot
Dates: Oct 11–16, 2008
Leader: Perry Conway
Vivid fall colors accentuate the piercing fierce eyes of this incredible selection of North American hawks and owls on this extraordinary one-of-a-kind shoot.
Nova Scotia—Photo Tour for Women
Dates: Oct 11–17, 2008
Leader: Julie Eggers
Rugged, rocky headlands, lighthouses carved into granite ledges, quiet harbors on foggy mornings, tide pools and crashing waves, and hillsides of fall-colored maples—all of these exciting photographic possibilities describe our Nova Scotia tour—for women only—in October.
Nature & Digital Photography Seminar with John Shaw
Dates: Oct 18–19, 2008
Location: Seattle, WA
A 2-day seminar on nature and digital photography from one of the most renowned and respected nature photographers around.
Mysterious Easter Island & Machu Picchu
Dates: Oct 26–Nov 9, 2008
Leader: Darrell Gulin
Two of the most famous and photogenic archeological sites on Earth are combined on this exciting photo shoot. Machu Picchu was recently selected as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Both of these amazing archaeological sites were listed among the nominees for inclusion in this prestigious registry.
Mexico's Colonial Heartland
Dates: Oct 27–Nov 3, 2008
Leaders: John Shaw and Joe Van Os
Photograph the most beautiful colonial cities of Mexico’s central highlands. Our visit coincides with the Day of the Dead celebrations in San Miguel de Allende. Exquisite architecture, mild climate, colonial romance and great photography combine on this highly productive tour.
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NOVEMBER
Wet & Wild—Andean Condors and Iguazú Falls
Dates: Nov 6–19, 2008
Leaders: Joe Van Os and Alejandro Ronchetti
Close-range photography of spectacular Andean condors, in flight and perched within expansive Patagonian steppe landscapes. Shoot superlative Iguazú Falls, plus a visit to a bird rehabilitation center for unique South American birds of prey.
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DECEMBER
No tours scheduled for December 2008
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2009 TOURS
Cape Town—A South Africa Photo Tour for Women
Dates: Jan 29–Feb 10, 2009
Leader: Michele Westmorland
A delightful combination of photogenic vineyards, coastline and mountains at grape harvest time. Trip combines landscapes of Table Mountain National Park, traditionally dressed Xhosa women, African penguins and more on this tour—for women only—in February 2009.
Galápagos
Dates: Apr 10–19, 2009
Leaders: Wayne Lynch, Joe Van Os and Aubrey Lang
Darwin’s Enchanted Islands—one of the world’s best locations for a nature photography vacation aboard a luxury yacht with 3 exceptional leaders and a local guide.
Masai Mara Wildlife Reserve, Kenya
Dates: Sep 4–18, 2009
Leaders: John Shaw, Wayne Lynch, Perry Conway, Darrell Gulin, Jeff Vanuga and Joe Van Os (Tour leaders added as tour size warrants)
More than 10 full shooting days at one of Africa’s (if not the world’s) most extraordinary wildlife safari locations, at our exclusive camp, with 2-3 photographers per vehicle.
Ultimate Antarctica
Dates: Nov 14–Dec 11, 2009
Leaders: John Shaw, Joe Van Os, Wayne Lynch, Darrell Gulin, Ellie Van Os, Joe McDonald, Mary Ann McDonald, Chris Edwards, Darran Leal and Anna Sutcliffe
The world’s most comprehensive photo cruise offered to the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica at prime dates. Shoot 6 full days in South Georgia.
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