Tropical North
Cairns & Atherton Tablelands Photography Workshop
DATES
June 27th – July 1st, 2027
DURATION
5 Days
GROUP SIZE
6
TOUR LEADER
Darran Leal
Price
AU$5,995 twin share per person
EXTEND YOUR ADVENTURE
Begin your Far North Queensland experience with our Cape York Rare Creatures Expedition, running 21–26 June 2027.
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Explore the tropical landscapes and wildlife of Far North Queensland on our Cairns & Atherton Tablelands Workshop. From Cairns we journey into the Atherton Tablelands, photographing rainforest, waterfalls and an incredible variety of tropical wildlife, with special night shoots targeting rare creatures including possums, reptiles and perhaps tree kangaroos. We also explore the Daintree River on two nature cruises, with opportunities to photograph crocodiles, kingfishers, reptiles and other tropical birdlife. With a small group and hands-on photography tuition throughout, this workshop combines wildlife, landscapes, macro and creative photography across one of Australia’s most diverse natural regions.
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Small group size of 6.
Beaches near Cairns.
2 Daintree River nature cruises.
Targeting Atherton Tablelands.
Targeting rare and stunning Aussie nature shoots - possums, reptiles and...
Amazing tropical birds - kingfishers, parrots and...
Top creative shoots.
Fantastic workshops to help all levels.
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Explore the tropical landscapes and wildlife of Far North Queensland, from the rainforests and waterfalls of the Atherton Tablelands to the Daintree River. Photograph tropical birds, possums, reptiles and other rare wildlife, with dedicated night shoots, macro and creative photography, and two Daintree River nature cruises.
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THE COST INCLUDES
Professional WPA Photo guide - your images come first!
All accommodation.
Further details as per itinerary.
NOT INCLUDED
Air tickets and flights outside the included workshop flights
Meals
Drinks
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Items not specifically included in the itinerary
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DAY 1 - CAIRNS
June 27
We include accommodation tonight in Cairns at a resort on the Esplanade. We meet at 2pm for a workshop and a chance to ask questions. This is followed by our first shoot near our accommodation. A chance to capture bird images and ask question. Option to join your tutors for dinner.
Resort accommodation on the esplanade.
DAY 2 - CAIRNS TO LAKE EACHAM (Atherton Tablelands)
June 28
We transfer in our exclusive mini bus from Cairns at 7am this morning, driving south, and then west to target waterfalls and rainforest. These are not just any waterfalls, but some of the most beautiful in Australia. A full day of moderate walking with an emphasis on learning the best techniques and trying some angles that are new and creative.
We arrive at our lodge and overnight late afternoon. Tonight includes unique shoots of rare animals in the wild. We will offer the best techniques and help you to shoot creatures that you have most likelyvnever seen before.
Lodge accommodation.
DAYS 3 & 4 - LAKE EACHAM (Atherton Tablelands)
June 29 & 30
Two full days exploring the Atherton Tablelands region around the lodge. This will include walks via trails that cut through the rainforest to lake views. New birds, plants and creatures will offer new images. We include workshops on the spot for macro and creative subjects. Each night includes special shoots for rare creatures from possums to perhaps a tree kangaroo.
Lodge accommodation.
The itinerary continues…