Hunt’s Photo Adventure: Puffins, Highlands & South Coast Landscapes in Iceland
July 6, 2026 - July 14, 2026
Class Summary
July 6, 2026 - July 14, 2026
- Camera(s), memory cards, batteries
- Wide angle, standard, telephoto, and super-telephoto lenses
(If you are looking for a lens to rent, you can rent it from us at rentals.huntsphoto.com!) - Tripod or Monopod
- Cable release
- Polarizers and Neutral Density filters if you have them
Travel information to Iceland (KEF)
Participants MUST arrive on 7/6/2026 during the day to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Early arrival is also an option, as many participants like to come in a day or two early to acclimate and explore on their own.Participants may fly home on 7/14/2026 but must have a flight no earlier than the evening. More information can be provided closer to trip.
Hotel information
Hunt’s Photo will notify ALL hotels of attendees. You do not need to call them. We will also arrange extra nights before or after the workshop conclusion at the group hotel.
• Single room occupancy adds $950 per person. – Single room supplements are limited due to available accommodations.
Refund Policy – Adventures
For most Photo Adventures, a deposit of 25% of the total cost of the workshop is required to hold a spot. Please note: Deposits are non-refundable, but you can receive a 50% credit toward a future adventure. Within 45-days, all payments are non-transferable.
For Photo Adventures under $1,000, we may only have the total cost payment option. In this case, 25% is non-refundable.
For national adventures (excluding Alaska), final payments are due one month prior to the start of the workshop.
For international adventures (and Alaska), final payments are due 90-days prior to the start of the workshop. We strongly encourage travel insurance!
For all cancellations, you must contact classes@huntsphoto.com
Join us for an extraordinary photography adventure in Iceland where we’ll focus on capturing its iconic puffins and diverse birdlife, as well as the dramatic landscapes of the Highlands and South Coast. This immersive workshop is designed for photographers who want to refine their skills while exploring Iceland’s untamed beauty.
We’ll begin with exclusive access to puffin colonies, offering incredible opportunities to photograph these charismatic seabirds up close—whether in flight, perched on cliffs, or interacting in their natural habitat. In addition to puffins, we’ll capture cormorants, Arctic terns, and other seabirds, honing techniques for wildlife photography in dynamic coastal environments.
Next, we’ll venture deep into the Icelandic Highlands, where vast lava fields, cascading waterfalls, volcanic craters, and braided rivers create an unparalleled landscape for breathtaking compositions. The journey continues to the South Coast, home to black sand beaches, towering waterfalls, dramatic sea stacks, and rugged rock formations.
With expert instruction in a small-group setting, you’ll gain hands-on experience in wildlife, landscape, and action photography, ensuring you leave with a portfolio of striking images. Whether you’re drawn to capturing Iceland’s fascinating birdlife or its surreal landscapes, this workshop will elevate your skills and provide an unforgettable photographic journey.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Iceland. Airport transfer and check-in at 3 pm at the hotel in Reykjavik. Group dinner around 6 pm. Hotel: Fosshotel Reykjavik or similar
Day 2 – Travel north to Drangsnes, some lesser known waterfalls and fjords along the way. Grimsey Island evening Puffin tour. Hotel: Malarhorn Guesthouse
Day 3 – Full day in Drangsnes area, another bout tour to visit Grimsey, Puffins, Cormorants and other sea birds. Hotel: Malarhorn Guesthouse
Day 4 – Travel to Borgarfjordur, Icelandic horses and farms. Waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafossar. Hotel: Fosshotel Reykholt
Day 5 – Highlands, large waterfalls such as Haifoss, Gjain, Sigoldugljufur. Hotel: Highland Center Hrauneyjar
Day 6 – Full day in highlands, Landmannalaugar, fishing lakes, craters, braided rivers, lava fields. Hotel: Highland Center Hrauneyjar
Day 7 – Travel from the highlands to southern Iceland. Waterfall Þjofafoss, Mt. Hekla, Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Dyrholaey. (Puffins) Hotel: Hotel Vik i Myrdal or similar
Day 8 – Black beach at Vik, Reynisfjara Black Beach, Reynisdrangar rock formations. Lesser known waterfalls along the way back to Reykjavik. Hotel: Fosshotel Reykjavik or similar
Day 9 – Departure day, Airport transfer to KEF
About Our Host: Arctic Exposure
Hunt’s Photo & Video have always used Arctic Exposure as their host while leading workshops in Iceland and have formed a lasting bond and friendship with them during those years.
Skarphéðinn Þráinsson, or Skarpi, is the Founder, Owner and CEO of Arctic Exposure. He’s a native born & raised Icelander from Egilsstadir in the East Fjords of Iceland. He is also a professional photographer and a licensed tour operator with a passion for outdoors travelling, fishing and exploring the nature of Iceland. He holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering and currently lives in Reykjavik with his wife and 4 kids.
Skarpi has many custom-built super-trucks & super-vans for our workshops.
– Mercedes-Benz 15-passenger and 13-passenger Super Sprinter vans
– Ford Excursion XXL 9-passenger Super Truck
All are 4×4’s equipped with 46″ wheels, differential locks, GPS, Wi-fi, USB chargers for all seats and on-board 220V service for all devices.
– Mercedes-Benz 16-passenger Sprinter
4×4, 35” wheels, GPS, Wi-Fi, USB chargers at each seat, 220V power
What’s included in the workshop:
- In-field instruction at each location
- Local Transportation & Guides in Iceland
- Lodging during the workshop
- Meals during the workshop
What’s not included in the workshop:
• Airfare and/or baggage fees to and from Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
• Any activities outside the tour itinerary
• Dinner on the last night in Reykjavik
• Personal purchases and tips to the driver
• Travel insurance (HIGHLY recommended for all travelers)
Recommended gear
• Camera(s), plenty of memory cards, plenty of batteries
• Wide angle, standard, and telephoto lenses
• Sturdy Tripod or Monopod
• Neutral Density, Polarizing Filters
• Clothes that you can layer (temps from 40°F to 55°F)
Skill Sets: Intermediate knowledge of your camera, exposure, autofocus, and composition
Physical Activity: Low. Minimal hiking, but photographing for long periods of time outside in the cool to cold weather on uneven ground. We will also have some short boat rides to destinations. Please see note below about weather.
In this workshop we will cover:
- Tracking Focus
- Exposure
- Composition
- Metering
- Use of Lenses
- Subject Development
- Creative Thinking
- Shooting in Low Light
Travel information to Iceland (KEF)
Participants MUST arrive on 7/6/2026 during the day to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Early arrival is also an option, as many participants like to come in a day or two early to acclimate and explore on their own.Participants may fly home on 7/14/2026 but must have a flight no earlier than the evening. More information can be provided closer to trip.
Hotel information
Hunt’s Photo will notify ALL hotels of attendees. You do not need to call them. We will also arrange extra nights before or after the workshop conclusion at the group hotel.
• Single room occupancy adds $950 per person. – Single room supplements are limited due to available accommodations.
A Note About Weather (and weather gear)
In this workshop, we will be working in cool to cold weather and possibly windy conditions. We will have to be ready for any weather conditions as Iceland can be unpredictable, even in the Summer. We will also have to be prepared for wet conditions due to rain and over-spray from waterfalls. July is the warmest month in Iceland, with average temperatures between 50–55°F (10–13°C). It’s also the driest and least windy month of the year. (tell details of weather and particularly hot or cold extremes)
Participants should use one (1) soft-sided rolling suitcase for luggage and one (1) camera bag. Pack conservatively.
Payments
A non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total cost of the trip is required upon sign-up to secure a spot. The remaining balance is due 90 days prior to the workshop and can be made on this page. Please note that the reservation fee and payments on this workshop is non-refundable. Please make sure to purchase insurance in case you need to cancel your trip. (You can purchase trip insurance from numerous insurance companies– Allianz, AAA, and more.)
