Iceland in Winter Jan. 23-Feb. 3, 2025

Reykjavík, Iceland

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Swingman Photo
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Jan 23 - Feb 3, 2025
Group size: 8 - 12
Iceland in Winter Jan. 23-Feb. 3, 2025
Reykjavík, Iceland

Swingman Photo
  • Email address verified

Jan 23 - Feb 3, 2025
Group size: 8 - 12

About this trip

Experience the Magic of Iceland in Winter

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the land of fire and ice. Iceland in winter is a photographer’s dream, offering unparalleled opportunities to capture stunning landscapes, the mystical aurora borealis, frozen waterfalls, and unique terrain shaped by volcanic activity.


Ideal for All Photographers

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an enthusiastic beginner, this workshop is designed to accommodate all skill levels. A basic understanding of your camera is recommended, but our leaders will offer personalized guidance to help you capture the best shots.

Why This Adventure is Unmissable:

  • Breathtaking Landscapes: From the dramatic ice caves to the serene snow-covered fields, every scene in Iceland is a masterpiece waiting to be captured.
  • Aurora Borealis: Witness and photograph the Northern Lights, an ethereal display of colors dancing across the Arctic sky.
  • Expert Guidance: Learn from Jeff Swinger, a renowned photographer, and our local Icelandic guide, who will provide insider knowledge and tips to enhance your photography skills.
  • Comprehensive Package: Enjoy a hassle-free experience with all food, ground transportation, and lodging included. Focus solely on your photography and leave the logistics to us.

Your passport will be required on this workshop.

A Little Bit About the Workshop:

The Workshop will begin in Reykjavik with a group dinner on the first evening.

Transportation upon Arrival: We include Flybus vouchers from Keflavik Airport & back after the workshop. Upgrade to a private airport pick up or drop off is available. We use our specially modified 4×4 super truck for transportation in our Iceland Workshops.

Accommodations: Accommodation in double occupancy for eleven nights at hotels, single room available upon request. We stay at the various hotels & guesthouses, but as close as possible to our photography locations. The workshop concludes when we check into our last hotel night in Reykjavik – Participants will then have time to visit Reykjavik or rest for early flights.

Skill Sets: All Levels of photographers are welcome. While this is a photography workshop, non-photographers may also register, but please note that we will emphasize photographing on the workshop.

Physical Ability: The tour is open to all ability levels. While this is not a hiking tour, we will be as active as conditions allow and make short walks and potentially hike up small 100-200 meter hills.

Misc: The Workshop includes photographic tutoring and guidance by our team as well as a pro-landscape photographer from Iceland. We will provide you with a packing list for the tour, with recommended equipment and clothing. Safety gear provided when needed.

What’s included

  • Group Transportation
    Comfortable custom super trucks designed for extreme wether and land conditions
  • Airport transfers
    Transportation to and from the airport.
  • Ground transportation
  • Lodging
    All accommodations are nice mostly local family hotels.
  • All Meals
    All meals during the tour.
  • Guides
    Jeff Swinger and local Icelandic photography guide will provide photographic instruction and local interests.

What’s not included

  • Airfare
    Airfare to Iceland not included. Passport Required.
  • International flights
    International roundtrip flights from city of origin to Iceland
  • Travel Insurance
    Cancellation and/or travel insurance (strongly recommended).
  • Alcoholic drinks
    Participants pay for their own alcoholic beverages.
  • Items of personal nature
    Any extra snacks, souvenirs or shopping.
  • Gratuity for local guide
    Gratuity for local guides, housekeeping or any vendors are optional.

Available Packages

Double Occupancy
Deposit:$1,000

Double occupancy Shared Room (2 guests)

Final Payment due Oct. 23, 2024

$7,999
Deposit:$1,000
Single Occupancy
Deposit:$1,000

Single Occupancy Option

Final Payment due Oct. 23, 2024

$8,999
Deposit:$1,000


Your Organizer


SP
Swingman Photo
Award-winning photographer Jeff Swinger is a Florida-based visual arts specialist offering professional services ranging from corporate events, social media content and brand showcasing to education, sports/news coverage and photography tours and workshops. From Olympic medal ceremonies to wildlife festivals – and all the music, art, travel and food in between – Jeff is known for having a passion for being "in the moment." Whether looking to capture your next event or take your photography skills to the next level, let Swingman Photo