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MV Samba,
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About
Diane Kelsay
About
Bob Harvey
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Juan Manuel Salcedo
Nature Photography Adventures


Gallery of images from Past Galapagos and Ecuador Adventures
Join Diane and Bob as they lead a group of dedicated nature photography enthusiasts to the Galapagos Islands. 

We'll explore a North and West Galapagos route (predetermined and specifically permitted) where we'll be guided on carefully laid out trails that will give us great opportunities to see and photograph great wildlife, interesting plants, exciting geology, and great scenes.

         Link to Map of Route (Red Route)     See full itinerary below
We've reserved the entire MV Samba, a small yacht with a great crew, to take us on a not-so-crowded route through the islands.  April through June is a great time to visit the islands, the weather should be very comfortable, with highs averaging under 80 and good sea temperatures.
We’ll improve photographic techniques while capturing images that are truly stunning, in this region where the wildlife knows no fear of man.
We’ll see and photograph the famous Galapagos tortoise and marine and land iguanas; and a multitude of bird life including boobies, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawk, swallow-tailed gull, American oystercatchers, frigate birds, finches and flightless cormorants to name a few.  Our trip is timed for the courtship and nesting season, which adds both excitement and photographic opportunity.  

 
Both the North & West itinerary and the South & East itinerary have a full spectrum of exciting wildlife and scenery.  The exception is that the North & West itinerary is your chance to photograph flightless cormorants and the South & East itinerary is your chance to photograph waved albatross.
You’ll have the chance to snorkel in crystal waters among these stunning islands, and marine life viewing is abundant from the yacht. 


 
The trip will begin and end in Quito, Ecuador.  We'll spend our first day in  Quito where we'll explore colonial architecture, locally woven textiles and other unique Andean crafts.  We'll lodge in the heart of old town Quito (a World Heritage Site) where we'll be able to walk among structures built during the early days when the Spanish conquered this region. 

Maximum 12 participants

2013 Itinerary
2013 Price $4,900
Estimated Internal Flights and Park Fees $600
 Early Bird Signup Special

Galapagos 2013 North and West Application Form

Galapagos 2013 Cancellation Policy

2014 Itinerary
2014 Price  $5,200 (double occupancy)
Estimated Internal Flights and Park Fees $700

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This trip is designed for a small group.  It is based in Ecuador (the safest and most stable country in South America).  The itinerary includes 3 nights of hotel lodging and 7 nights on a superior yacht.

 

 Suggested Equipment and Supplies
 *A Digital SLR, capable of manual operation - you'll want wide angle, close up, and telephoto lenses
*OR a fixed zoom Digital camera capable of manual operation
*We suggest a storage device such as a stand alone hard drive or a notebook computer for image storage and review, and a battery charger
*Dry bag
 *Waterproof cameras are good for snorkeling
*Tripod (reasonably lightweight) optional for mainland Ecuador, not recommended for the islands
*Lightweight outdoor clothes, bathing suit, sandals and hiking shoes with non-slip soles, sun hat or cap, windbreaker, dressy casual for Quito
*A spirit of adventure

We'll provide a detailed list of  supplies (both personal and photographic) for those who sign up.

 
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2012

  

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Yellowstone in Winter
(Three Sessions)

 Explore Yellowstone's winter wonderland by snow coach, capturing images of pristine winter scenes, abundant wildlife, and exciting thermal features... Full


Full


Full

Jan
13-20

Jan
21-28

Jan 29 - Feb 5

Tanzania
Photography Safari

 Timed to meet the great migration in the Serengeti, our safari takes you to some of the great parks and protected areas in northern Tanzania in search of lions, zebras, giraffes, cheetah, hyenas... Full

Feb
17 - 27

Patagonia

 New Adventure
Explore southern Chile and Argentina finding huge glaciers, Torres del Paine, condors, guanacos, Tierra del Fuego and scenery that will simply amaze you!

Full

March 6-17

Galapagos Photography Adventure

 North & West Itinerary.  Amazing opportunities with wildlife above and below water - and scenery - and great geological wonders. 

Full

April
8-18
Galapagos Photography Adventure Our Combined Itinerary featuring 15 days in the Galapagos!  This itinerary is to die for - or evolve from!  Life changing experiences and many many great photography opportunities! Full April
8-25
Galapagos Photography Adventure Unveiling our new South & East Itinerary.  Amazing wildlife and landscapes!  Some of the most dramatic Galapagos scenery! Full April 15-25
Wine and Waterfalls Let's explore Oregon's wine country, visiting a diverse selection of vineyards that demonstrate the strengths and quality of Oregon's wine regions.  We'll taste and photograph, and take interesting side trips to find photographic opportunities in spring flowers, pristine forests, and amazing waterfalls. Space Available May 26 - June
2

Oregon Coastal Adventures

 Join us as we explore our old backyard on the Southern Oregon Coast.  We've timed this adventure around fantastic low tides, a full moon, and the bloom of wild rhododendrons.

Space Available

 June
3-8

Glacier Bay Alaska Explorer

 Whales, bears, bald eagles, otters, puffins, calving glaciers, sea lions and more.  Join us for this non-stop feeding frenzy of photography!

Limited Space Available

 June 24-30

Oregon Cascades and Waterfalls

 Let's explore Oregon's waterfall country, capturing exciting images, and learning new techniques made possible by changing technology! Space Available Sept 23-27
Wild Bunch Wild Bunch Rendezvous.  Date and Place available to Wild Bunch members. By Invitation Mid Fall
Wild Bunch in Belize That Wild Bunch is at it again.  Climbing higher and caving deeper in the Mayan sites and wild caves of Belize and Guatemala.  Are you wild enough to join them?  Email and find out! By Invitation Nov 17-25
Costa Rica  We have an exciting new itinerary.  Join us for a photographic exploration of the Pacific-facing rainforests, cloud forests, and coastal mangrove wetland forests - and all the great species that live there!  Think birds, reptiles, monkeys, frogs, butterflies, leaf cutter ants - and more! Space Available Dec 2-12
         
 

2013

  

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Yellowstone in Winter
(3 Sessions)

 Explore Yellowstone's winter wonderland by snow coach, capturing images of pristine winter scenes, abundant wildlife, and exciting thermal features... Space Available

 Full

Space Available

 Jan
4-11

Jan
12-19

Jan
20-27

Tanzania
Photography Safari

 Timed to meet the great migration in the Serengeti, our safari takes you to some of the great parks and protected areas in northern Tanzania in search of lions, zebras, giraffes, cheetah, hyenas... Limited Space Available Feb
13-24

Iguazú Falls

 Come with us to Iguazú Falls on the Argentina/Brazil border, witness one of the most exciting waterfalls in the world, and develop your skills at waterfall photography! Space Available March 21-29
Galapagos Photography Adventure North & West Itinerary.  Amazing opportunities with wildlife above and below water - and scenery - and great geological wonders.  Space Available April
7-17
Galapagos Photography Adventure Our Combined Itinerary featuring 15 days in the Galapagos!  This itinerary is to die for - or evolve from!  Life changing experiences and many many great photography opportunities! Space Available April
7-24

Galapagos Photography Adventure

 Unveiling our new South & East Itinerary.  Amazing wildlife and landscapes!  Some of the most dramatic Galapagos scenery! Space Available April
14-24
Exploring the Peruvian Andes, Land of the Inca We have woven together a tapestry of nature, Incan archaeology, and Quechua culture into an amazing photographic journey through the Andes.  Join us as we create art in Machu Picchu and other great Inca sites and learn as we explore! Limited Space Available May
17-26
Botswana! The Okavango Delta at the absolutely perfect time.  Victoria Falls.  Chobe National Park.  Safari by Mokoro.  Moremi Game Reserve.  Photography heaven!  And pleasant temperatures to boot! Space Available Aug
19-30
Southwest Sun, Shadows, Sandstone, & Slot Canyons! Monument Valley, Mystery Valley, Antelope Canyon and more as we explore the red rocks and strong light of this magic land of Navajo and Anasazi! Space Available Oct 16-21
Secrets of the Maya Our Belize and Guatemala Adventure explores Mayan sites, rainforest trails, and caves, capturing the Indiana Jones feel of the Mayan highland rainforest. Space Available Nov 23-
Dec 1
         
 

2014

 Status  
Antarctica New Adventure
Join us for an exciting exploration of Antarctica, the Falklands, and South Georgia Island.  		We are close to filling one landing craft Jan  2014
Patagonia Explore southern Chile and Argentina finding huge glaciers, Torres del Paine, condors, guanacos, Tierra del Fuego and scenery that will simply amaze you! Space Available March 5-16
Galapagos Photography Adventure North & West Itinerary.  Amazing opportunities with wildlife above and below water - and scenery - and great geological wonders.  Space Available April
6-16
Galapagos Photography Adventure Our Combined Itinerary featuring 15 days in the Galapagos!  This itinerary is to die for - or evolve from!  Life changing experiences and many many great photography opportunities! Space Available April
6-23
Galapagos Photography Adventure Unveiling our new South & East Itinerary.  Amazing wildlife and landscapes!  Some of the most dramatic Galapagos scenery! Space Available April
13-23
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Iguazú Falls Oregon Coast
Southwest 2008 Tanzania
 
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Contact Information
Diane Kelsay
 PO Box 1900
 Ava, MO 65608
417 683 6881
diane@naturephotographyadventures.com

 
 

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