AMAZON RAINFOREST PHOTO SAFARI

JOURNEY DEEP INTO THE COLOMBIAN AMAZON ON AN INTIMATE WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY EXPEDITION DESIGNED FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS, NATURE ENTHUSIASTS, BIRDERS AND ADVENTURERS SEEKING A GENUINE AMAZON RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE.

6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS - AMAZON RAINFOREST WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

 Tour Details | LIMITED TO 4-5 GUESTS

Based in an Indigenous riverside community and staying at a beautiful Amazonas lodge, we'll spend our days exploring one of the most bio-diverse ecosystems on Earth.

From the chance at elusive Pygmy Marmosets and colorful macaws to Amazon river dolphins and nocturnal rain forest creatures, every day offers extraordinary opportunities for wildlife observation and photography. Along with magnificent on site bird tower to view hundreds of species of birds.

With a maximum of just 4–5 guests, this expedition allows for personalized photographic instruction, flexible wildlife encounters, and meaningful immersion in the Amazon rainforest.

Day Itineraries range from sunset boat rides to view Amazonian pink river dolphins and pygmy dolphins. Day hikes through the jungle in search of primates, birds, mammals and medicinal plant life.

Day visits to indigenous communities

Meals and accommodations included

Photograph the Wild Heart of the Amazon

Venture beyond the end of the road and deep into one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.

This exclusive small-group photography expedition takes you into the Colombian Amazon, where dense rainforest, winding waterways, and extraordinary wildlife create endless opportunities for discovery and image-making.

Based in the Indigenous community of Mocagua and staying at La Ceiba Amazonas, we will explore the rainforest alongside local naturalists and expert wildlife guides who have spent their lives in these forests.

From photographing the world's smallest monkey to searching for pink river dolphins at sunset, every day offers intimate encounters with the Amazon's remarkable wildlife.

This is not a traditional tour.

It is an immersive field expedition designed for travelers, photographers, conservation-minded adventurers, and storytellers seeking authentic experiences in one of the last truly wild places on Earth.

TOUR VIDEO

THE AMAZON AWAITS

The Colombian Amazon remains one of the last truly wild places on Earth. This expedition offers a rare opportunity to slow down, immerse yourself in the rhythms of the rainforest, and create meaningful wildlife images alongside a small group of passionate adventurers.

Guests will have the opportunity to participate in a small, hands-on course covering:

  • Wildlife photography techniques
    • Camera settings for rainforest environments
    • Bird photography fundamentals
    • Low-light shooting strategies
    • Storytelling through images
    • Composition and creative vision
    • Ethical wildlife photography practices
    • Image review and feedback sessions

Expedition Details

Tongatapu, Tonga

DATES - 2026
July - to be confirmed
August -  to be confirmed

4-5 GUESTS

6 DAYS 5 NIGHTS

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY SAFARI

PRICE - $3,495 USD

Accommodation, boat fares and meals included. Upon request for more information, a PDF of resources and provided.

INCLUDED

  • 5 days in the Amazon Rainforest looking for humpback whales and other marine life.

  • Lunches each day on the water or island.

  • Experienced Local Guide and captain

  • Non-alcoholic drinks on board

  • Professional digital imagery taken during the expedition

  • Wetsuit- minimum 2-3 mm wetsuit top (mandatory regulation)

  • Mask

  • Snorkel

  • Fins

  • Wet weather jacket (lightweight water proof/windproof shell)

EXAMPLE ITINERARY

ARRIVAL IN LETICIA, COLOMBIA 10 AM

Airport transfer to city center . Arrive to Leticia (LET) 

Group meet & greet introduction/light lunch/coffee

Pre-mission brief, welcome, expectations, overview, gear check and preparation. Boat tickets purchase.

Day 2-6- 5 full days on the water looking for humpbacks and other marine life

Daily voluntary post-mission debrief

Image recap & Review +Photo/Video Q&A

Day 7. Transfer back to airport for flights home

DAY 2

Pygmy Marmosets & Rainforest Discovery

Before sunrise, we enter the forest in search of one of the Amazon's most sought-after wildlife subjects—the pygmy marmoset.

These tiny primates, weighing little more than a handful of ounces, are among the smallest monkeys in the world and offer remarkable photographic opportunities.

The remainder of the day is spent exploring forest trails, searching for birds, butterflies, poison dart frogs, and other rainforest inhabitants.

Throughout the day, photographic instruction focuses on wildlife behavior, composition, and working effectively in rainforest environments.

Photography Workshop

Mastering Rainforest Wildlife Photography

• Exposure in challenging light
• Fast autofocus techniques
• Behavioral storytelling
• Working with natural light

Evening

Guided night walk through primary rainforest.

Possible Wildlife

Pygmy marmosets
Toucans
Woodpeckers
Poison dart frogs
Tree frogs
Tarantulas
Leaf insects

Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

EXCLUDED

  • Airfare

  • Airport Transfers

  • Additional expenses (alcoholic drinks, gifts, personal expenses)

  • Travel Insurance (Recommended)

  • Gratuities

  • Required Gear

PREVIOUS EXPEDITIONS

BOOKING & PAYMENT

Confirm and secure your place on the expedition with a non-refundable deposit of $1,350 USD per person required at time of booking.

The remaining balance must be paid no later than 90 days before the expedition start date.

We do not charge additional processing fees for credit card payments.


CANCELLATION TERMS

Cancellations happen, if you cancel more than 30 days before departure, you may receive a partial refund $400 USD per guest. This fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another trip.

Cancellations made within 30 days of departure are non-refundable.

As we are unable to make exceptions for personal circumstances, medical situations or travel disruptions, we strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance.

No refunds will be issued for unused portions of the expedition once the trip has started.

Please note that we are not responsible for any costs related to flights, airline penalties or other non-refundable travel arrangements.

Travel insurance is highly recommended for all guests.

AMAZON RAINFOREST PHOTO SAFARI

INTIMATE, ETHICAL, CONSERVATION-MINDED JUNGLE EXCURSIONS DESIGNED FOR TRAVELERS SEEKING MEANINGFUL WILD ENCOUNTERS.

EXPEDITION LEADER

RHYS LOGAN

Shooting globally Rhys has worked on projects ranging from shark conservation in Argentina, documentary filming in Mongolia, photographing birds and wildlife in the Amazon and South America and helping lead workshops in Fiji, Tuvalu and Tonga. He brings a deep love and respect for the jungle and the incredible people who ensure their encounters are patient, respectful and memorable.

Highlights

  • Travel by Amazon River boat through one of the world’s greatest wilderness regions.

  • Small group experience limited to 4-5 guests experiencing wildlife, people and culture of the Amazon Rainforest

  • Nigh walks to observe amphibians, reptiles, insects, and other nocturnal wildlife.


  • Chance to photograph wild pygmy marmosets in their natural habitat

  • Search for the pink Amazonian River Dolphins by boat

  • Day trips to the Peruvian Amazon and Indigenous communties and conservation projects

  • World class birding from the on-site birding tower


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