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ICELAND
HIGHLAND
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY
WORKSHOP
ICELAND
DATES
6th to 15th July 2026
DURATION
10 days
GROUP SIZE
8
EXPERIENCE/DIFFICULTY
Intermediate to Professional
FLY TO
Reyjkavik, Iceland
YOUR LEADERS
Tom Putt & Siggi
PRICE
USD$12,990
PHOTOGRAPH THE STUNNING BEAUTY OF THE HIGHLANDS OF ICELAND
Join us for an extraordinary aerial photography adventure, exclusively focused on the vast and untamed Highlands of Iceland.
This workshop is designed for drone photographers who seek to capture the raw beauty of Iceland’s most remote landscapes—colorful rhyolite mountains, winding glacial rivers, hidden waterfalls, and volcanic deserts—all from a breathtaking aerial perspective.
I do hope you can join us.
HERE'S WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO
Fly over surreal landscapes with vibrant geothermal features and black sand expanses, capturing stunning braided rivers in the Highlands.
Experience off-the-beaten-path locations. Focus primarily on evening and nighttime flights, maximizing the unique lighting conditions of sunset and sunrise under the midnight sun.
Learn advanced drone techniques for composition, exposure, and cinematic storytelling.
Experience 24/7 daylight with extended golden hours under the midnight sun, allowing for unlimited photography opportunities throughout the workshop.
YOUR FULL ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival and Preparation
Arrive in Reykjavik and check into your hotel. In the afternoon, meet for a welcome briefing covering drone regulations, safety guidelines, and an overview of the workshop itinerary. We’ll also conduct gear checks to ensure everything is ready for the adventure ahead. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner to get to know your fellow participants and guides.
Day 2: Aerial Exploration
Fly over the geothermal ridges of this geothermal region, capturing fumaroles and colorful rhyolite formations. Explore nearby valleys for unique aerial perspectives. Capture intricate patterns of glacial runoff and geothermal activity from above. Recharge at accommodations before an extended evening flight under the midnight sun.
Day 3: Braided River Systems
Fly over the intricate braided river systems near this remote highland area, capturing their mesmerizing patterns and dynamic flow. Observe how glacial meltwater creates ever-changing channels, shaping the landscape below. Recharge at accommodations while processing footage before heading out for another aerial session, capturing the subtle shifts in light over the flowing waters. Experiment with different altitudes and angles to showcase the vast waterways carving through the Highlands.
**Day 4: Aerial Highlights **
Start the day with early flights over a geothermal area, capturing its steaming hot springs and volcanic terrain. On the way to recharge, stop at a remote historic church, an isolated historic church, offering a striking contrast between man-made structures and the Highlands. After recharging, continue to a towering waterfall, flying over one of Iceland’s tallest waterfalls for dramatic aerial perspectives. End the day in a secluded oasis, a lush oasis of waterfalls and basalt rock formations, providing a vibrant contrast to the surrounding highland landscapes.
Day 5: Aerial Perspectives
Start the day capturing waterfalls plunging into a rugged canyon, where countless streams weave through moss-covered cliffs before cascading into turquoise waters below. The intricate patterns of erosion have shaped a surreal landscape, offering endless aerial compositions. After a morning session, return to accommodations to recharge and review footage. In the afternoon, continue to a crater lake with vivid blue waters and red volcanic soil, using the soft evening light to enhance aerial compositions.
Day 6: Waterfalls and Crater Landscapes
Drive through a remote highland valley, capturing vast volcanic plains and rugged terrain along the way. Stop at a waterfall tumbling over a lava field, offering striking aerial perspectives of cascading water against dark volcanic rock. After a morning session, return to accommodations to recharge and process footage. In the afternoon, continue to a crater landscape, where deep red earth meets vivid blue water, creating a stunning contrast for aerial photography. Make use of the golden evening light to enhance the depth and textures of this surreal environment.
Day 7: Aerial Highlights
Start with flights over vibrant blue crater lakes surrounded by colorful volcanic soil. Capture stunning reflections and unique terrain as you move through the area, focusing on dramatic aerial perspectives and the interplay of light and shadow. Explore different compositions throughout the day, making the most of the extended golden hours under the midnight sun.
Day 8: Southern Highland Highlights
Spend the day discovering a vast volcanic canyon, a vast volcanic canyon with dramatic cliffs and unique terrain, perfect for aerial photography. Capture the stunning geological formations and intricate textures as you fly through this expansive landscape. In the afternoon, continue to a unique volcanic cone, a strikingly green volcanic cone surrounded by the desolate beauty of the highlands. The vivid contrasts and the soft light of the midnight sun create ideal conditions for showcasing the vibrant colors and dramatic topography.
Day 9: Remote Highlands and South Coast
Begin with aerial flights over a unique highland peak surrounded by vibrant volcanic terrain, capturing striking contrasts and patterns. Continue to a secluded area of braided rivers on the south coast, where glacial streams carve intricate channels through black sands, creating stunning abstract compositions. Conclude the day’s journey by returning to Reykjavik.
Day 10: Return to Reykjavik and Departure
After breakfast, we journey back to Reykjavik, making a few last scenic stops for final drone flights. Enjoy a farewell lunch and a final image review session, where participants can share highlights from the workshop. The tour officially concludes in the afternoon, allowing time for departures or additional exploration in Reykjavik.
WHY COME WITH US?
Since I started these workshops back in 2005, I have always offered the same experience for our guests - a fun, relaxed holiday for keen photographers who want to learn more about photography while returning home with photographs and memories they could only dream of.
Our all-inclusive, luxury photographic workshops are customised with you in mind - I make sure I get you to the right place, at the right time, for the best light and the best photographic opportunities.
And given that I organise everything, all you need to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the experience.
I pride myself in putting YOU first. I'm not there to get photos for myself. I'm there to help you take incredible photographs and remember your experience for many years to come.
Many of our participants return year after year to enjoy our hospitality. So step outside your comfort zone and challenge yourself a little. Give yourself the opportunity to fine-tune your photographic skills as you stretch your horizons and capture something truly extraordinary.
I look forward to welcoming you on this workshop soon.
Cheers Tom Putt
OVER 200 INTERNATIONAL & NATIONAL AWARDS
2022 Wilderness Photographer of the Year
2021 & 2019 International Aerial Photographer of the Year
SECURE YOUR PLACE
HIGHLANDS OF ICELAND DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP 2026
You can secure your place on this workshop with just a AUD$1000 deposit. All you need to do is complete the details here.
INCREDIBLE SCENERY - Photograph the stunning landscapes of Iceland from above on this photographic adventure.
ONE-ON-ONE TUITION - Limited to just 8 participants, you'll receive plenty of expert tuition from your leader Tom Putt.
ALL-INCLUSIVE - Just get yourself to Reyjkavik and we'll take care of the rest! All transportation, accommodation, meals, drinks, and tuition are included.
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I teach landscape photography because I'm passionate about photography and helping others enjoy this fantastic creative outlet. What could be better than appreciating the outdoors and capturing it in your own special way? I pride myself on doing the best for our clients and having them come back time and time again to enjoy the many adventures we go on together.
Last year (2023), 39 of the 40 participants we had on our workshops had been with us before!
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