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TRIP DETAILS
All-Inclusive Lodge-Based Photo Workshop
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Start/End
Start: Lihue, HI at 5 pm
End: Lihue, HI at 12 pm
End: Lihue, HI at 12 pm
Group Size
Limited to 7 Guests
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TRIP OVERVIEW
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the enchanting beauty of Kauai, one of Hawaii's most captivating islands
- Once in a lifetime doors off helicopter experience! Photograph the Na Pali Coast from the air
- Marvel at the breathtaking vistas of Waimea Canyon, often referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific
- Capture the dramatic splendor of the jagged Na Pali Coast through your lens
- Immerse yourself in a world of stunning beaches, cascading waterfalls, and lush rainforests
- Enjoy the intimacy of small groups, fostering personalized guidance and camaraderie
- Indulge in fantastic accommodations & local cuisine
Kauai, known as 'The Garden Isle' of Hawaii is a captivating destination that boasts breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage. As the oldest of the main Hawaiian Islands, its ancient volcanic origins have shaped a diverse and stunning landscape. With its pristine beaches, majestic waterfalls, and lush forests, Kauai offers a paradise for landscape photographers seeking remarkable imagery.
Backcountry Journeys invites you to embark on an unforgettable photography tour that showcases the best of Kauai's natural wonders. From the dramatic cliffs of the Na Pali Coast to the awe-inspiring vistas of Waimea Canyon, our itinerary is carefully crafted to capture the island's iconic locations. We'll explore Koke'e State Park, walk through verdant Monkeypod tree forests, and witness the beauty of sunrise at the island's most picturesque beach spots. We'll also have the opportunity to take to the air for an incredible doors off helicopter flight over the Na Pali Coast!
Beyond photography, our journey is designed to provide a holistic experience of Kauai. Indulge in the island's delectable local cuisine, immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the Hawaiian culture, and create lasting memories in the company of fellow photography enthusiasts. With a perfect balance of artistic pursuit and relaxation, our seven-day workshop promises to be an enriching and rejuvenating adventure.
Join Backcountry Journeys on this exceptional journey to Kauai, where you'll capture stunning images, embrace the island's natural splendor, and create a portfolio of memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Backcountry Journeys invites you to embark on an unforgettable photography tour that showcases the best of Kauai's natural wonders. From the dramatic cliffs of the Na Pali Coast to the awe-inspiring vistas of Waimea Canyon, our itinerary is carefully crafted to capture the island's iconic locations. We'll explore Koke'e State Park, walk through verdant Monkeypod tree forests, and witness the beauty of sunrise at the island's most picturesque beach spots. We'll also have the opportunity to take to the air for an incredible doors off helicopter flight over the Na Pali Coast!
Beyond photography, our journey is designed to provide a holistic experience of Kauai. Indulge in the island's delectable local cuisine, immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the Hawaiian culture, and create lasting memories in the company of fellow photography enthusiasts. With a perfect balance of artistic pursuit and relaxation, our seven-day workshop promises to be an enriching and rejuvenating adventure.
Join Backcountry Journeys on this exceptional journey to Kauai, where you'll capture stunning images, embrace the island's natural splendor, and create a portfolio of memories to cherish for a lifetime.
What's Included
- All listed meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop
- All transportation during the workshop
- All lodging during the workshop
- Doors off helicopter flight
- All permits and park fees
- Professional photography guiding and instruction
- Gratuity for service staff
What's Not Included
- Transportation to and from Lihue, Hawaii
- Meals not listed as included on the itinerary
- Lodging outside workshop dates
- Alcoholic beverages
- Souvenirs and personal items
- Gratuity for photography guide(s)
- Trip Insurance & Medical Evacuation Insurance - see plans here.
Worry Free Travel Guarantee!
HERE’S THE DEAL
We offer one of the most rock solid guarantees in the travel industry - our worry free travel, peace of mind guarantee to you!We’re so confident that the Photography Trips we offer will not only meet but exceed the lofty expectations set forth on our website – if your trip experience does not 100% match the promises laid forth on our website we will gladly give you a credit toward a future trip.
Natural events such as wildlife & weather are certainly out of our control but every aspect of the trip including logistics, accommodations, vehicles, itinerary & your expert trip leaders will match the lofty promises we’ve made on the site – we guarantee it!
ITINERARY
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Most meals included – (B,L,D) denotes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 1 (Travel Day)(D)
Arrive in Kauai and hotel check-in. We will have a group orientation dinner tonight and discuss the logistics of the workshop.
Day 2 (B,L,D)
We will spend sunrise photographing one of the beaches near our hotel. We’ll watch the sun peak over the horizon and work on capturing seascapes. After the shoot, we will get breakfast and stop at one of the best coffee/tea shops on the island then we’re off to the south coast. Our sunset destination will be the incredible Waimea Canyon. We’ll make our way to some of the best overlooks of the canyon and check out Waipo'o Falls cascading into the canyon. If the group is interested, we will go for a short hike. Our main goal will be to capture the soft sunset light hitting the canyon. On either Day Two, Three, or Four, we will take a doors-off helicopter flight over the Na Pali Coast in the afternoon - the experience of a lifetime!
Day 3 (B,D)
Our morning shoot will focus on a nearby beach, either in the north or south of the island. Kauai is home to many dramatic beaches with unique features (like jagged mountains spouting blowholes). We will grab some acai bowls for breakfast at a local café and work on processing some of the images we’ve captured. In the afternoon, we will retrace our steps to the Waimea Canyon, but we will continue even further up into Koke’e State Park. The park offers some off the best hikes on the island and is home to the Kalalau Overlook. The overlook peers thousands of feet down into the lush Kalalau Valley, it’s simply jaw dropping.
Day 4 (B,L,D)
On Day 4, we’ll change our morning focus from seascapes to waterfalls. We will head to the Wailua River and spend sunrise overlooking Wailua Falls. We will also take advantage of the morning light and head to nearby Opaeka'a Falls as well. We will head back to Poipu for some downtime and processing after a busy two days. This afternoon we will head to Koke’e State Park, Waimea Canyon, or a beach near Hanalei.
Day 5 (B,L,D)
Today we will focus on the north side of the island, but not before hitting one of the best spots on our way. We will do a relatively easy hike, the Kuilau Ridge Trail, if time permits. The trail offers expansive views from the ridge of lush jungle and Waiʻaleʻale. We will also visit some of the brightly colored Eucalyptus trees near Keahua Arboretum before grabbing lunch and continuing towards Princeville. We will shoot sunset at one of the many beaches that scatter the north shore.
Day 6 (B,D)
We will head towards Hanalei for our sunrise shoot. We will stop at the famous Hanalei Beach. The beach is home to the Hanalei Pier, which we will photograph, but the beach also offers a great view of Kauai’s rugged mountains. We will grab lunch at one of the food trucks in Hanalei, they offer some of the best food on the entire island, and then head back to our hotel. For sunset, we will attempt a short (but muddy) hike to Queen’s Bath. If closed due to surf, we will head to one of the local north shore beaches, like Tunnels Beach or Lumahai Beach. This evening we will enjoy our last, but delicious meal together on the island. One more sunrise to go before the trip concludes!
Day 7 (B)
On our final day we will visit a north shore beach for a spectacular sunrise. After we wrap up shooting and a morning breakfast, we will head back to Lihue for drop-offs and departing flights.
Day 1 (Travel Day)(D)
Arrive in Kauai and hotel check-in. We will have a group orientation dinner tonight and discuss the logistics of the workshop.
Day 2 (B,L,D)
We will spend sunrise photographing one of the beaches near our hotel. We’ll watch the sun peak over the horizon and work on capturing seascapes. After the shoot, we will get breakfast and stop at one of the best coffee/tea shops on the island then we’re off to the south coast. Our sunset destination will be the incredible Waimea Canyon. We’ll make our way to some of the best overlooks of the canyon and check out Waipo'o Falls cascading into the canyon. If the group is interested, we will go for a short hike. Our main goal will be to capture the soft sunset light hitting the canyon. On either Day Two, Three, or Four, we will take a doors-off helicopter flight over the Na Pali Coast in the afternoon - the experience of a lifetime!
Day 3 (B,D)
Our morning shoot will focus on a nearby beach, either in the north or south of the island. Kauai is home to many dramatic beaches with unique features (like jagged mountains spouting blowholes). We will grab some acai bowls for breakfast at a local café and work on processing some of the images we’ve captured. In the afternoon, we will retrace our steps to the Waimea Canyon, but we will continue even further up into Koke’e State Park. The park offers some off the best hikes on the island and is home to the Kalalau Overlook. The overlook peers thousands of feet down into the lush Kalalau Valley, it’s simply jaw dropping.
Day 4 (B,L,D)
On Day 4, we’ll change our morning focus from seascapes to waterfalls. We will head to the Wailua River and spend sunrise overlooking Wailua Falls. We will also take advantage of the morning light and head to nearby Opaeka'a Falls as well. We will head back to Poipu for some downtime and processing after a busy two days. This afternoon we will head to Koke’e State Park, Waimea Canyon, or a beach near Hanalei.
Day 5 (B,L,D)
Today we will focus on the north side of the island, but not before hitting one of the best spots on our way. We will do a relatively easy hike, the Kuilau Ridge Trail, if time permits. The trail offers expansive views from the ridge of lush jungle and Waiʻaleʻale. We will also visit some of the brightly colored Eucalyptus trees near Keahua Arboretum before grabbing lunch and continuing towards Princeville. We will shoot sunset at one of the many beaches that scatter the north shore.
Day 6 (B,D)
We will head towards Hanalei for our sunrise shoot. We will stop at the famous Hanalei Beach. The beach is home to the Hanalei Pier, which we will photograph, but the beach also offers a great view of Kauai’s rugged mountains. We will grab lunch at one of the food trucks in Hanalei, they offer some of the best food on the entire island, and then head back to our hotel. For sunset, we will attempt a short (but muddy) hike to Queen’s Bath. If closed due to surf, we will head to one of the local north shore beaches, like Tunnels Beach or Lumahai Beach. This evening we will enjoy our last, but delicious meal together on the island. One more sunrise to go before the trip concludes!
Day 7 (B)
On our final day we will visit a north shore beach for a spectacular sunrise. After we wrap up shooting and a morning breakfast, we will head back to Lihue for drop-offs and departing flights.
Please note that the exact sequence of the itineraries on all photography trips will be based on weather and lighting conditions. The goal on these trips is to make sure we are at the right place at the right time for the perfect light on our subjects. Also, itineraries can change for a variety of other circumstances including floods, forest fires, national park closures, road closures, and more. Due to the nature of wildlife and landscape photography, we do not guarantee any specific sightings or specific compositions.
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TRIP ENROLLMENT
Our team of Photo Adventure Specialists will guide you through onboarding and enrollment when you book a trip. Expect excellent customer service.
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Enjoy a hassle-free experience with an all-inclusive package that takes care of all your needs, from transportation to meals and lodging.
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Improve your photography skills with personalized guidance from professional photographers who are passionate about helping you succeed and getting you to the best locations.
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Become part of our family - interact with BCJ guides and new friends. Share images, ask questions, talk about everything photography!
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"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations include Yosemite, Alaska, Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Hawaii, Utah as well as Botswana & Costa Rica."
- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
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BACKCOUNTRY JOURNEYS
"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations include Yosemite, Alaska, Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Hawaii, Utah as well as Botswana & Costa Rica."
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Journeys Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLC - Copyright 2024
TRIP CATALOG
Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.